By Melissa Moore-Randall Last weekend, the cafeteria of Revere High School became a cultural oasis as the district hosted a multicultural event. The Multilingual and Multicultural Showcase and Celebration was hosted by the district’s ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council…
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Local Student Earns Academic Honors
Roberts Named to Lasell University Dean’s List Taryn Roberts, a Lasell University student from Revere (02151), was named to the dean’s list for their academic performance in the spring 2023 semester. The spring 2023 dean’s list includes students who have…
Point of Pines Fire Station Groundbreaking
The City of Revere held groundbreaking ceremonies May 31 for the Alden A. Mills Point of Pines Fire Station. Fire Chief Christopher Bright was master of ceremonies for the program and introduced the dignitaries in attendance, including former mayor and…
City Accepts Gift From Amazon for Health and Wellness Center
By Adam Swift The City Council unanimously accepted a $150,000 gift from Amazon for facilities upgrades at the new Robert J. Haas Health and Wellness Center on Charger Street, although the gift didn’t totally put the mega-company back in all…
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Holds Civic Action Day
There are 183 students in the eighth grade at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School and each one receives a comprehensive education in civics from September to June. Eighth grade teachers Alexa Bennett and Alex Butler teach civics classes to…
DCR Announces Upcoming Summer Events on North Shore
Special to the Journal The Department of Conservation and Recreation has announced the following summer programs for the North Region Coastal District Department of Conservation and Recreation from June to August. All Programs are free and open to the public. An adult…
Revere’s K9 Charlie Has a Big Following
By Melissa Moore-Randall In April, Revere Public School students and staff were introduced to the district’s first ever Therapy/Comfort K9. Charlie is a full bred Black English Labrador who is just about four months old. He serves as the official…
Santiago Appoints Andrea Gayle-Bennett As the First Deputy Secretary of the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services
Special to the Journal Secretary Jon Santiago today announced the appointment of Dr. Andrea Gayle-Bennett as the first-ever Deputy Secretary of the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services (EOVS). Dr. Gayle-Bennett, a retired Brigadier General in the Massachusetts National Guard and a distinguished healthcare professional, brings a…
City Hosts Annual Memorial Day Exercises
Rhalimi Announces Candidacy for Revere Councillor-At-Large
Special to the Journal Alex Rhalimi has pulled his nomination papers for councillor-at-large in Revere’s 2023 municipal election. This will be Rhalimi’s second bid for political office, having run for the Democratic nomination for Suffolk County Sheriff in the 2016…
RHS Filmic Society Producing First Horror Film
By Melissa Moore-Randall The Revere High Filmic Society will produce its first horror film. The club centers around film-making which includes writing original screenplays and filming and producing independent movies with students and staff. The club is run by Paul…
Martelli Announces Candidacy for Revere Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Don Martelli has announced his intention to run for Councillor-at-Large. The following is his announcement: “Dear Revere Residents, With a strong belief in the power of inclusivity and collaboration, I aim to create a future where…
Happy 100th Birthday Mary ‘Tudy’ Masella
Majano Announces Candidacy for Revere Councillor-At-Large
Special to the Journal Christian Majano Ortez has announced his intention to run for City Councillor-at-Large. The following is his announcement: “The Majano committee is introducing to Revere community Christian A Majano Ortez candidate for a councilor-at-large seat in the…
RHS Class of ’23 Set To Graduate On June 7
By Michael Coughlin Jr. As the days go by, the clock is about to strike midnight on the Class of 2023 as Revere High School seniors will be donning the celebratory cap and gown very shortly. On Wednesday, June 7,…
Two Sunday Shootings Shut DownRevere Beach in First Incident of Season
By Adam Swift State Police closed Revere Beach on Sunday after three people were hospitalized following two separate shootings on the beach. Police responded to the first reported shooting at 123 Centennial Ave. around 7 p.m. on Sunday evening. A…
News Briefs
Daily Lane Closures Scheduled on North Shore Road The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing it will be implementing daily lane closures on portions of North Shore Road between Route 145 and Route 1A in Revere. The lane closures…
Councillors Unhappy With Amazon Warehouse Opening Delays
By Adam Swift When Amazon swooped in to build a new logistics and delivery warehouse at the former Showcase Cinema site on Squire Road, some city councillors saw it as the best possible outcome for the location and the site.…
Shirley Ave. TDI Partnership Launches Participatory Budgeting Hub To Help Prioritize Public Realm Improvements in the Neighborhood
 Special to the Journal The Revere Shirley Ave TDI Partnership announced this week a brand- new participatory budgeting website for both residents and business owners to help distribute $275,000 in funding for improvements to outdoor spaces in and around Shirley…
Chatting With the Chamber Event Features Kori O’Hara of Untapped Coffee Company
Kori O’Hara, of Untapped Coffee Co., was the featured business owner at the Revere Chamber of Commerce’s “Chatting With The Chamber†event held at the RCC offices on Broadway. O’Hara gave away free cups of her company’s delicious coffee and…
