The Revere Board of Health voted 2-1 against an amendment to its regulations that would have permitted the establishment of no more than three smoking lounges in the city. All three members of the board, chairperson Dr. Nathalee Kong, Dr. Craig Costanza,…
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Human Rights Comm. Votes to Recommend Replacing Columbus Day With Indigenous Peoples Day Suggests to Find Another Day to Observe Italian- American Heritage
The Revere Human Rights Commission (HRC) voted unanimously at its meeting last Thursday to recommend to the mayor and City Council that the city, “Replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day and at the same time find another day during the month of October…
Revere Human Rights Commission Completes Diversity and Inclusion Training Workshop
Members of the Revere Human Rights Commission completed a two-day training workshop in diversity and inclusion designed to foster a deeper understanding and awareness of oppression and unconscious bias to promote more virtuous, healthy behaviors and attitudes in the workplace…
Serino Wants New Light Configuration at Former Showcase Site
As is his get-it-done style, Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino quickly brought a constituent’s request to the floor for consideration at the Oct. 4 City Council meeting. Serino requested that the traffic light configuration at the entrance to the former…
Mayor Brian Arrigo Endorses Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky
Special to the Journal Mayor Brian Arrigo announced his endorsement of Ira Novoselsky for re-election as Ward 2 Revere City Councillor. “Ira Novoselsky has been fighting to improve Ward 2 for decades and I’m proud of the work we have…
State Rep. And At-Large Councilor Giannino Endorses Anthony D’Ambrosio for State Senate
Special to the Journal “We are honored to receive the endorsement of State Representative and At-Large City Councilor Jessica Giannino,†said Anthony D’Ambrosio. “We are grateful for her continued support and partnership as our campaign works toward victory on December…
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Holds Lively Country Western Day
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Assisted Living was recently transformed into a colorful country jamboree. Festivities included popular country music songs, Western style food, creative costumes and fun-filled games. The Activity Room was the place to be as staff and residents…
Dan Rizzo Formally Announces Candidacy for Councillor-At-Large
Dan Rizzo has formally announced his intention to run for City Councillor-at-Large. The following is his statement: I am proud to announce my candidacy for City Councilor-at-Large. The residents of Revere have given me the opportunity of a lifetime. You…
Northeast School Committee Member Caggiano Meets With Local Officials About New School Project
Revere’s Northeast Regional High School Committee representative Anthony Caggiano said after meeting with Mayor Brian Arrigo and Finance Director Richard Viscay, he is hopeful that the City of Revere will support its share of the funding for the new $317…
Arrigo Launches Community Engagement Survey for Use of ARPA Federal Funding
Mayor Arrigo launched a community engagement survey for use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding. Earlier this year, the federal government passed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in an effort to bring much-needed financial support to…
Boston Theater Company and the Artist Athletic Association Announce the Road of Rainbows
Boston Theater Company (BTC), the organization that produced Finish Line: A Documentary Play About the 2013 Boston Marathon, and the Artist Athletic Association (AAA) are excited to announce the first ever 5K road race in Massachusetts, Road of Rainbows, on…
Baker Appoints Several New Directors to MBTA Board
Gov. Charlie Baker today appointed the seven-member Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Board of Directors and designated Betsy Taylor as chair. In July, Governor Baker signed legislation that established a new, permanent board of directors for the MBTA. “I am…
Touch-A-Truck at the Track
TND Receives Grant
Hinojosa Memorial Soccer Tournament
Free Again: Turco, Giannino Pass Legislation That Could End Meters on Beach
Special to the Journal Representatives Turco and Giannino announced that legislation has passed that would put the parking meters on Revere Beach to a vote by the Revere City Council “Today is a victory for the people of Revere and…
News Briefs
Revere Dems to Hold Forum for Municipal Candidates The Revere Democratic City Committee will host a virtual forum on starting at 6:00pm on October 12, ahead of the November 2 Municipal Elections in Revere. The forum which will be hosted…
COVID Pool Testing Program at RPS Provide an Extra Layer of Protection
For the past three weeks students and staff have been pool tested for the COVID-19 virus as an extra precaution this school year. Pooling—sometimes referred to as pool testing or pooled testing—means combining the same type of specimen from several…
Whelan School Welcomes New Faces to Their Administration Team
By Melissa Moore-Randall As the almost 800 students at the A.C. Whelan School began their new school year in August, they were greeted by a brand new administrative team. Over the summer, the district transformed the team with the additions…
Council Approves $1.7 Million for Acquisition of the Boatyard Property
The City Council unanimously approved a loan order in the amount of $1.7 million for the purposes of acquiring by eminent domain the property known as “The Boatyard†located at 29 Thayer Avenue. The property, located next to Gibson Park,…
