Special to the Journal Class of 2012 graduate and candidate for Revere Councillor at-large Juan Pablo Jaramillo earns the endorsement of School Committeewoman, Stacey Rizzo in his bid to become a Revere City Councillor-at-large. Rizzo was a school nurse in…
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School Committee Okays Operating Budget
By Michael Coughlin Jr. The Revere School Committee held a hearing during its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 20, to vote on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 School Operating Budget — a total of $121,711,646 — which was subsequently approved.…
Alexander Rhalimi for Councillor-at-Large Campaign Reception at Marina at the Wharf
Alexander Rhalimi, candidate for a Councillor-at-Large seat on the Revere City Council, held a campaign reception at the Marina at the Wharf Restaurant. Alexander and his wife, Sofia, and their children, Faris and Jad, were joined by an enthusiastic group…
Hinojosa Tells Disabilities Comm. of New Health and Wellness Center
The Revere Commission on Disabilities held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday evening, June 13, via Zoom. On hand for the meeting were chair Ralph DeCicco, vice-chair Pauline Perno, Jason Barone-Cichocki, Ellie Pagan-Vargas, and Robert Brown. Michael Hinojosa, the Director…
Hill Elementary School Students Win MWRA Poster Contest
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) recently announced there were three winners from Revere in MWRA’s Annual Poster and Writing Contest. From the grade 4 class at the Hill Elementary School, Leandro Ruiz Vega was the…
School Committee Introduces Newest Principals, Rachel Shanley and Cassie Sermon
By Michael Coughlin Jr. At its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 20, the Revere School Committee introduced two of its newest principals in the district Rachel Shanley who will be heading the Whelan School, and Cassie Sermon, who will be…
Revere Works’ Job Fair Draws Strong Attendance and Positive Response From Major Employers
Special to the Journal Revere Works, a dynamic coalition of City departments, workforce training agencies, and educational providers, successfully organized a highly anticipated job fair on Thursday, June 22, at Revere High School. The event, which took place from 6:00…
Boston Harborfest Brings Color, Music, and Spectacle to Downtown
Special to the Journal The 42nd edition of Boston Harborfest, the country’s largest, and Boston’s most expansive, Fourth of July celebration, runs June 30 through July 4 with events stretching from Downtown Crossing to the North End and from the…
Happy Fourth of July
With the Fourth of July falling on a Tuesday this year, many of us will be enjoying an extra-long holiday weekend for which the weather hopefully will cooperate. The Fourth of July brings back fond recollections from our youth, when…
Enjoy the Long Weekend Safely
An often-overlooked aspect of the Fourth, especially during a long holiday weekend, is that too many among us will engage in behavior that is risky not only to ourselves, but to our loved ones and others around us. Fireworks are…
Guest Op-Ed: Championing the Aid to Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund: A Testament to Community Leadership
By Steven Morabito As a dedicated member of the City Council, I sponsored and advocated for the establishment of the Aid to Elderly & Disabled Taxation Fund in our city. This program, recently announced by the Acting Mayor, has its…
Guest Op-Ed: A Lesson on Civics …
By Anthony Zambuto Separation of powers is a model that divides government into separate branches, each of which has separate and independent powers. Separation of Powers in the United States is associated with the checks and balances system. The Checks…
Letter to the Editor
Faith and Pride Alive and Well in Revere Dear Editor, In Revere, faith and pride are not just mere words but integral aspects that breathe life into the community and its residents. As one immerses themselves in the cultural tapestry…
“On-Air†Championship Wins off the Ice
By Sydney Ciano In 1980 with Winthrop’s welcoming of Mike Eruzione riding high in a convertible following his game-winning goal for Team USA, the Winthrop youth hockey team ran up to Bell Isle Bridge dressed in jerseys and cowboy hats.…
Obituaries 06-29-2023
Millicent M. “Millie†DiBartolomeo She Leaves a Legacy of Unconditional Love and Resiliency Funeral Services were conducted in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals for Millicent M. “Millie’ (Russell) DiBartolomeo, 85, who died peacefully on Tuesday, June…
Re:SET Boston Rocks Revere At the Track At Suffolk Downs
Novoselsky Announces For Re-Election To Ward 2 Council Seat
Special to the Journal Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky has announced his intention to run for reelection to Ward 2. The following is his announcement: “My name is Ira Novoselsky and I am once again a candidate for re-election…
RPD Chief Callahan Honored By Department of Defense for Patriotic Support
Special to the Journal Revere, Mass. David J. Callahan, Revere Police Department, Chief of Police, received the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (“ESGRâ€) Patriot Award presented by Colonel Richard Cipro, Army Chief of Staff, MA National Guard, on…
Ned Almeida Announces Run For Councillor-at-Large Seat
Special to the Journal Edward ‘Ned’ Almeida has announced his intention to run for City Councillor-at-Large. The following is his announcement: “I would like to announce my candidacy for Revere City Councilor-at-Large. The decision to run was not an easy…