The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) will hold a special public meeting today, Jan. 31, to discuss for the first time the sexual harassment allegations against Wynn Resorts CEO Steve Wynn – an effort by the MGC’s Investigation and Enforcement Bureau…
Month: February 2018
Potential Wynn Branding Problems Likely to Move into Uncharted Territory
One of the biggest questions floating around Everett and all of Greater Boston right now regarding the allegations against CEO Steve Wynn is whether or not the Everett casino building will carry his signature brand name at the top when…
Axe Throwing Company Looks to Capitalize on New Trend, Might Seek Beer-and-Wine License
The CEO of a local recreational axe-throwing company said they do hope to locate on Norman Street in Everett, and are excited to bring the newest trend in social activity to one of the hottest areas of Everett. He also…
Safe Routes to School Remain a Priority
Mayor Carlo DeMaria, during his Inaugural Address, highlighted that as part of a Safe Routes to School grant the City has installed and implemented various traffic- calming measures throughout the community. Massachusetts Safe Routes to School (SRTS) is a federally…
DeMaria Administration Holds Successful Everett Square Planning Public Forum
On Wednesday, Jan. 24, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, along with the Department of Planning and Development, welcomed over 100 residents to the Connolly Center for a public forum on the Revitalization Plan of Everett Square. The DeMaria administration has been working…
City Looking into Affordable Housing ‘Micro-Units’
As the federal government gets out of the housing business, the DeMaria administration is working on housing affordability in the City of Everett. These units are a vital safety net for the most vulnerable residents. Mayor DeMaria stated, “We must…
Everett Native to Celebrates New Book, Helps Samaritans, in Event at Night Shift
Everett native Steve Doyle returned to his hometown last week to promote his recently published mystery thriller book, ‘Drag.’ And when he settled in for the event at Night Shift Brewery, he was literally right at home. “I grew up…
Family STEM Night a Huge Hit with the Parlin School Community
The Parlin School STEM Night, an educational event filled with interactive experiments and hands-on discoveries, was a fun-filled success with students and their families. Held on Thursday, Jan. 18, several companies joined students, parents, and educators for an exciting night…
Boston Councilor Ayanna Pressley to Run for 7th Congressional District Seat
Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley intends to seek the Democratic nomination in Massachusetts’ 7th Congressional District, she announced on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Pressley, who made history in 2009 as the first woman of color elected to the Boston City Council,…
Everett Police Catch Juvenile that Robbed Same Store Twice
Everett Chief of Police Steven A. Mazzie announced the Everett Police Department (EPD) arrested a juvenile in connection with several armed robberies that occurred Tuesday evening, Jan. 23, and are currently investigating another separate armed robbery. All incidents occurred on…