Special to the Journal On, Wednesday, November 9, friends and staff of East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) gathered for an in-person reception to celebrate and honor the resilience and commitment of their community and staff at the ICA Watershed…
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Revere’s Kathleen Bousquet Publishes Book
Special to the Journal Revere native Kathleen (Callahan) Bousquet has worn many hats in her nearly 60 years, and now includes published author to her resume. Kathleen graduated from Revere High School in 1980, and Salem State in 1984. She…
Remembering and Honoring Bobby Picardi
Re-Dedication Held For Pvt. Frank Erricolo Memorial Park
Giannino and Turco Re-Elected WithoutOpposition
State Reps. Jessica Giannino and Jeff Turco were re-elected without opposition in Tuesday’s general election. Both representatives were also unopposed in the Democratic Primary in September. Both Giannino and Turco represent Revere on Beacon Hill. Giannino also represents a portion…
Public Servants of the Month: Inspectional Services Administrative Staff Are November 2022’s Public Servants of the Month
Special to the Journal Inspectional Services is a department in the City of Revere that many take for granted – when you need a permit, want to open a business, or make changes to your property, they’re your first stop.…
News Briefs
Patriot Senior Club To Meet Nov. 15 The last meeting for this year for the Patriot Senior Club will be Tuesday November 15. There will be a light luncheon along with a “Penny Sale.†It should be a fun afternoon,…
Arrigo Leads Charge in Cleaning Up Long-Vacant and Overgrown McMackin Little League Site
Opening in 1952, the McMackin Little League Field has been a staple in the Revere community for more than 60 years, serving as a spot for youth baseball players in Revere to meet and play ball. Named after World War…
Housing Coalition Receives CHAPA’s Community Engagement Award
Affordable housing nonprofit Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) honored Revere advocacy group, Revere Housing Coalition (RHC), with CHAPA’s Community Engagement Award at their 55th Annual Dinner on October 13th, recognizing the critical role the group has played in creating…
Conservation Commission Holds Monthly Meeting
The Revere Conservation Commission held a brief meeting last Wednesday, November 2, in the City Council Chamber. Chairman John Shue and fellow commissioners Joseph LaValle, Robert Cassidy, and Brian Averback were on hand for the meeting. The session lasted for…
Groups Sue EPA for Failure To Fully Protect Boston Rivers
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) and Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) have filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for failing to take necessary actions to protect three Boston-area rivers from polluted runoff. Though EPA recently acknowledged the damage…
Revere Human Rights Commission Holds Monthly Meeting
The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, November 3. Chairperson Janine Grillo Marra and fellow commissioners Kourou Pich, vice-chair Chai Hossani, Lynn Alexis, Rev. Timothy Bogertmen, Fire Chief Chris Bright, Molly McGee, and Dr.…
Introducing Lauren Buck in Her New Position as Chief of Health and Human Services: Adrienne Sacco-Maguire Starts New Role As Emergency Preparedness Manager, Following Career as Nurse in Rps
Special to the Journal Residents may remember Lauren Buck for her role as Director of Public Health throughout the COVID pandemic. In September of 2022, Lauren Buck was voted unanimously in her promotion as Chief of Health and Human Services.…
Arrigo Proposes MassDOT Route 1A Corridor Resolution
Special to the Journal At the Revere City Council meeting on October 24th, Mayor Arrigo introduced a resolution to repurpose surplus Commonwealth property that runs parallel to Route 1A. The Commonwealth, through its Department of Transportation owns vacant property located…
City of Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund Inaugural Meeting Tonight
Special to the Journal Joe Gravellese, Chair of the Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund has released the agenda for the inaugural meeting, taking place tonight, November 9, in the City Council Chambers. The meeting will also be streamed on Zoom.…
Revere Chamber of Commerce Gala and Awards Night
By Cary Shuman The Revere Chamber of Commerce held its Gala and Awards Night Saturday at Casa Lucia. RCC Executive Director Amanda Schepici- Portillo, who has piloted the organization’s tremendous resurgence during the last year, welcomed the large gathering to…
Temple Tifereth in Winthrop Receives $56,000 Grant From State
The Baker-Polito Administration announced grants totaling more than $4.1 million to help Massachusetts nonprofit faith-based organizations to improve physical security and protect against terroristic and hate-fueled attacks. The awards were announced during the 4th Annual Faith-Based Organizations Safety and Security…
Celebrating All Hallows Eve In Revere
Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center Spooktacular Halloween Party
Revere Voters Will Go to the Polls on Tuesday, Nov. 8
Revere voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the general election to select the next governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Maura Healey and Kim Driscoll (Democratic Party), Geoff Diehl and Leah Allen (Republican Party) and Kevin Reed and…
