Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Legislature proudly passed a bipartisan comprehensive tax relief package aimed at bolstering the state’s economy and supporting long- term prosperity for all residents of the Commonwealth. “I am proud to support this well needed…
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Sen. Lydia Edwards Endorses Councillor Silvestri
State Senator Lydia Edwards endorses Marc Silvestri for City of Revere Councilor At-Large. Senator Edwards represents the Third Suffolk District (Revere, Winthrop, Boston), and said the following: “Marc Silvestri is a champion for the people of Revere. He works tirelessly,…
Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 Endorses Rhalimi for Council At-Large
Alexander Rhalimi is proud to announce that his campaign for Council at-Large has been endorsed by Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 of the Amalgamated Transit Union, AFL/CIO- CLC .“I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the Boston Carmen’s Union…
Developer Looks To Up Affordable Units at Salem Street Condo Development
By Adam Swift The developers of the former West Revere Health Center at 133 Salem St. are looking to increase the number of affordable condominium units at the 72-unit development. The City Council initially approved the special permit, which included…
United Way and the Boston Foundation Award $570,000 From the Migrant Families Relief Fund
Special to the Journal United Way of Massachusetts Bay and The Boston Foundation announced the first of two rapid distributions of $570,000 to 12 community-based organizations from The Massachusetts Migrant Families Relief Fund. The fund was created last month in…
Local Banks Help in the Fight Against Homelessness
A group of Massachusetts-based banks recently celebrated a campaign that raised awareness and $300,000 for nonprofit Heading Home, which works to end homelessness. During last Friday’s Red Sox – Orioles game, bank representatives appeared on the Fenway Park baseball diamond…
Local banks help in the fight against homelessness
A group of Massachusetts-based banks recently celebrated a campaign that raised awareness and $300,000 for nonprofit Heading Home, which works to end homelessness. During last Friday’s Red Sox – Orioles game, bank representatives appeared on the Fenway Park baseball diamond…
Two More High-Rise Projects in Revere Beach Area Okayed
The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, August 30, in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber at Revere City Hall. On hand for the session were chairman Michael G. Tucker…
Former State Rep. RoseLee Vincent Endorses Alexander Rhalimi for Councillor-at-Large
Special to the Journal Former State Representative RoseLee Vincent has endorsed Alexander Rhalimi for Revere City Councillor at Large. Vincent, a well-respected advocate and leader in our community, believes that Rhalimi’s dedication, vision, and commitment to serving the people of…
Council Honors Departing Veterans’ Agent
By Adam Swift The City Council is honoring Marc Silvestri for his nearly seven years of service as Revere’s Director of Veterans’ Services. Silvestri, who continues to serve as a councillor-at-large, recently took a position in the state’s Executive Office…
Firemen and Oilers Union Back Michelle Kelley in Council Race
Special to the Journal A prominent local chapter of the Service Employees International Union whose members provide maintenance at Revere’s public housing has thrown its weight behind Councilor-at-Large candidate Michelle Kelley, building momentum in advance of the Sept. 19 preliminary…
Guest Op-Ed: Supporting Our Seniors
By Steve Morabito As Mayor, I will be a strong advocate for Revere’s seniors. We need to do more to give our older residents access to great programming, services, and the property tax relief they deserve. I will always be…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Updates to MBTA Communities Guidelines
Special to the Journal  The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) has announced updated Guidelines relative to the MBTA Communities law. In response to feedback from municipal leaders in several MBTA Communities, EOHLC is revising the Guidelines to…
Guest Op-Ed: Young People Are Our Future
By Minnah Sheikh As a 20-year-old working in the world of politics since I was 13, I have heard that phrase more times than I can count. But what does that mean? What does that look like? My name is…
Powers Seeks Re-Election in Ward 5 Council Race
Special to the Journal John Powers Councilor of Ward 5 has announced his candidacy for re-election. The following is his statement: “My name is John Powers; and it has been my honor to represent the citizens of Ward 5 on…
RAHTF Votes To Seek Acquisition Of Suffolk Ave. Property for Affordable Home
The Board of Trustees of the Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund (RAHTF) held its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, August 9. On hand for the session were chair Joe Gravellese and fellow members Jan Dumas, Laila Pietri, Anayo Osueke, Claire…
Local Leaders Praise Funding For Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Local Leaders Praise Funding for Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Voters of Revere Dear Editor, This year Revere faces many questions about its future and its identity as a city that is truly representative of the people that live in it. We have the largest field of…
Juan Pablo Jaramillo Endorsed for Revere City Council At-Large by Environmental League of Massachusetts Action Fund
Special to the Journal The Environmental League of Massachusetts Action Fund has endorsed Juan Pablo Jaramillo in the election for Revere City Council At-Large, a credit to his commitment to the environment and climate action. With issues of public health, environmental justice, transportation, and energy…