Raft Program Rental Assistance If anyone needs help paying rent, they may be eligible for financial assistance through the Massachusetts Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program. RAFT has expanded its eligibility requirements to help people with COVID-19 related…
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32BJ SEIU, Maintenance Contractors of New England Agree to a One-year Contract Extension in Face of COVID-19 Pandemic
In a moment of employer and labor unity during the Coronavirus crisis, 32BJ SEIU and the Maintenance Contractors of New England have agreed to a one-year extension of their 2016-2020 contract. The new contract—which covers approximately 14,000 janitors who clean commercial office buildings and…
Drawing a Line in the Sand to Keep Our Beaches Safe and Open
The late US District Court Judge A. David Mazzone, who oversaw the Boston Harbor case for nearly 20 years, often said that he measured the success of the Boston Harbor cleanup not by the “number of feet†you could see…
House Passes Bond Bill That Will Give Revere $500,000
House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo and Representative Rep. RoseLee Vincent joined their colleagues in the House to pass legislation authorizing up to $1.7 billion in spending for the improvement of information technology equipment and related projects in Massachusetts. The City…
Legislature Passes Bill to Provide Relief and Improve Access to Unemployment Benefits
House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo, Senator Joseph A. Boncore and Representative RoseLee Vincent joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass a bill that will provide additional Unemployment Insurance (UI) relief to low-income families, non-profit institutions and employers. The…
Gov. Baker, WGBH and Special Guests to Celebrate Class of 2020 with a Virtual Commencement Ceremony
In partnership with WGBH, Gov. Charlie Baker will deliver a commencement address to the Class of 2020 as part of a celebration for graduating seniors from 668 public and private schools across the Commonwealth, to be aired in a special…
Police Briefs 05-27-2020
Weekly Crime Report These are among the calls to which the Revere Police Department responded during the past week. SUNDAY, MAY 17 0810: MV stop for a CMVI on Washington Ave. and Haith St. The officer issued a citation to the…
Moving Day: Ed Montone Returns to Hometown Course as Club Pro
Golfers arriving at the Winthrop Golf Club this season will be welcomed to the course by a new head professional. After a delayed start to the season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ed Montone began in his new position at…
Obituaries 05-27-2020
M. Mildred ‘Millie’ Porter Talented seamstress who possessed grace, kindness and deep faith Funeral Services and Interment will be held privately due to the current mandates regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic for M. Mildred “Millie†(Surette) Porter who died on…
Revere Clergy Enthusiastic About Church Reopening Plans
Revere clergy are welcoming the opportunity to conduct religious services in person following Governor Charlie Baker’s decision to reopen houses of worship statewide. The Rev. John Sheridan, spiritual leader of St. Mary of the Assumption Church, called the news of…
EBNHC Ofrece Pruebas de COVID-19
East Boston se ha convertido en uno de los de lugares más vulnerables al coronavirus. El virus ha infectado a más de mil residentes desde mediados de marzo. El equipo del East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) ha estado en…
Easy Pie to Host Drive-In Movie Night, Coming to America, Sunday
There will be a drive-in movie night Sunday just a stone’s throw away from where the former Revere Drive-In brought nights of enjoyment to residents of all ages for years. Spiros Stogiannis, owner and operator of Easy Pie restaurant on…
Arrigo Outlines Revere Reopening Strategy; Will Support Phased Industry Openings and Expand Testing
Special to the Journal The City of Revere’s Emergency Response Team continues to monitor impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and develop policies and procedures to maintain public health and safety for all in Revere. As of May 19, the Revere…
Woodlawn Cemetery Prepares Historic Grounds for Memorial Day in Pandemic Era
The newly-restored sculpture at the gate of Woodlawn Cemetery features four ornate angels with brass horns, using the reference to the Book of Revelation in the Christian Bible whereby the four angels call back the dead to God. It is…
Construction Update: Tobin Curves Project Construction: Looking Ahead Through May 30
Route 1 Traffic Impacts • Route 1 Northbound : Approaching the Tobin Bridge from Boston, the work zone begins in the left lane. Two of three travel lanes will be open during daytime hours (5 a.m.–10 p.m.) • Route 1…
Baker-Polito Administration Releases Phased Reopening Plan
By Lauren Bennett Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday announced the phased reopening plan for Massachusetts, and urged residents to continue being vigilant to prevent further spread of COVID-19. The plan has been the task of the governor’s Reopening Advisory Board…
Police Briefs 05-20-2020
Weekly Crime Report These are among the calls for service to which the Revere Police Department responded during the past week. Monday, May 11 0110: Domestic disturbance on Sumner St. The officer will file a report. 0153: Noise disturbance on…
RHS Sports Roundup
RHS LAX Coach, Seniors, Reflect on Lost Season “As an RHS athlete, I have learned that you can do anything you set your mind to.†With the coronavirus pandemic forcing the closure of schools across the state for the remainder…
Obituaries 05-20-2020
Jose Martin Ramirez Of Revere Jose Martin Ramirez, 50, of Revere, originally of Jalisco, Mexico, died on May 12. The son of José Ramirez and Abigail Vargas, he was the beloved husband of Alma Ramirez Martinez, cherished father of José…
The Keefes on Cooking: Council President Presents Meals to Firefighters
What’s cooking in City Council President Patrick Keefe’s kitchen? It’s a live cooking show called “Cooking With The Keefes†starring President Keefe, his wife, Jennifer, and their daughter, Adrianna, who is an avid baker and pastry chef. Their son, Patrick…
