Special to the Journal Thomas O’Brien, founding partner and managing director of the HYM Investment Group, was asked the following question at the July 26 jobs fair at Suffolk Downs: How many new construction jobs will there be for HYM’s…
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Summer Festival on August 13 The City of Malden has announced the musical line up for the final Summer Festival on August 13. Taking place between 12-4PM in Malden Center, Pleasant and Exchange Streets transform into an open-air market that…
Health Board Takes Up New Tobacco Control Regs
The Revere Board of Health held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday evening, July 28, at Revere City Hall in the City Council Chambers. On hand for the meeting were chairperson Dr. Drew Bunker and fellow members Dr. Craig Castanza…
Revere Commissioner Paul Fahey Turns His Attention to State Primary
Fresh off his department’s flawless effort in Revere’s Ward 5 special election (won by John Powers), Election Commissioner Paul Fahey is preparing to conduct the Sept. 6, 2022 State Primary election in the city while publicizing the new early voting…
Another Major Event Set for Revere Beach Aug. 13
Charles Giuffrida, director of Revere’s Office of Travel and Tourism, has announced that Next Stop Revere will be celebrating the 126th summer of Revere Beach on Saturday, Aug. 13. Revere Beach, which became the nation’s first public beach in July,1896,…
Public Servant of the Month: Dr. Nathalee Kong Is August 2022’s Public Servant of the Month
Special to the Journal Mayor Brian Arrigo announced that August’s Public Servant of the Month in the City of Revere is Dr. Nathalee Kong. Dr. Kong most recently served as the City’s Chief of Health and Human Services but has…
Representatives Giannino, Turco and Sen. Edwards Oppose Win Technologies Proposal
Special to The Journal Last week at Saugus Town Hall the WIN/Wheelabrator subcommittee met to receive a presentation from WIN Representative Jim Connelly. Connelly led the presentation, which outlined WIN’s proposal to the Town of Saugus. WIN stated the deal…
Dr. Kelly Takes Over the Reins as President of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
Revere Public School Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly recently took over the reins as president of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (MASS) Kelly, who began her career with RPS in 1995 before being elevated to superintendent in 2015, was appointed…
Elouardi Named As 2022 Greater Boston Student Leader by BofA
Special to the Journal Bank of America (BofA) announced five Boston-area high school students including Reem Elouardi, of Revere, who were selected as Student Leaders. Elouardi will be involved in an eight-week summer internship. These students have started their paid…
Massport and MassCEC Celebrate Electric Vehicle Grant
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) and Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), as well as local elected officials, celebrated MassCEC’s recent grant to Massport in support of planning and facilitating the transition to more electric vehicles (EVs) at Logan Airport. Getting…
Learn a Dynamic New Profession Like Welding, Robotics and More
By Judy Bass Students who graduate from the advanced manufacturing training programs offered by the Northeast Advanced Manufacturing Consortium (NAMC) are well-equipped for outstanding, entry-level roles in thriving fields like Welding, Robotics, CNC machining, Electromechanical Assembly and more. Every effort…
Massachusetts Legislature Passes FY23 Budget
Special to The Journal The Massachusetts Legislature unanimously passed a $52.7 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23). This budget upholds fiscal responsibility and makes targeted investments to strengthen the state’s economic foundation, protect the most vulnerable residents and support the…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Local Students Named to The Dean’s List at MCPHS University MCPHS University is pleased to announce the students who have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester: * Bianca May is a native of Revere and…
Nearly One Million Visitors Enjoy Revere’s Sand Sculpting Festival
The International Sand Sculpting Festival came amidst an historic heat wave, but the mid-90-degree weather on the weekend did not deter massive crowds from attending the event. Due to the blazing sun radiating on Revere Beach, the majority of visitors…
Powers Takes Oath of Office
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Sen. Edwards Secures Passage of the Homes Act Late Thursday night one of the few housing policies that made it into the Economic Development bill, the HOMES Act Housing Opportunity and Mobility Eviction Sealing) and passed the Senate, supported by…
Traffic Commission Approves Parking Restrictions on Malden St.; Public Hearing Set for Broadway Bus Lane
The Revere Traffic Commission held its regular meeting last Thursday, July 21, in the City Councilor Joseph A. Del Grosso Council Chambers of Revere City Hall. City Planner Frank Stringi chaired the meeting that was attended by fellow members City…
Water’s Edge Apartment Owners Release Statement on 370 Ocean Avenue Building Mayor Arrigo Also Responds Following Court Decision on Matter
Special To The Journal The Water’s Edge Limited Partnership that operates the Water’s Edge Apartment Complex at 370 Ocean Avenue has released the following statement: “A fire occurred at the Water’s Edge Apartment Complex at 370 Ocean Avenue, Revere, Mass.,…
Kelly’s Roast Beef Announces Development Deals in Florida, Mass. And New Hampshire
Special to the Journal Since 1951, Kelly’s Roast Beef has been a household name in Boston and throughout the Northeast. The brand has earned national attention in pop culture and has maintained a loyal cult following. Now, the iconic restaurant…
Revere Fire Dept. Battles Four-Alarm Blaze on Winthrop Ave.
The Revere Fire Department, on Saturday, assisted by area fire companies, battled a difficult-to-reach fire that had engulfed a large four-story, six-unit building at 912 Winthrop Ave. When firefighters arrived at the fire scene Saturday at 2:41 a.m., there was…
