Last week, after a school funding fix broke down at the State House during the last minute, the imminently important issue for Everett, Revere and Chelsea drew a great deal of disappointment locally and in the Senate, and much of…
Month: August 2018
Large Crowds Enjoy Live Racing, Food Trucks at Suffolk Downs
More than 13,000 people came to Suffolk Downs this weekend to enjoy live thoroughbred racing and a food truck festival. And what a show it was. There was a carnival-like atmosphere on two hot summer days at the popular East…
Food Truck Welcomed as Part of Demaria’s Healthy Choices
To continue the momentum of the citywide healthy eating initiative, started by the DeMaria administration, on Monday, July 30 the City welcomed a Fresh food truck to the community. The addition of the Fresh Truck is another example of how…
Frustrated House Waited for Horse Racing/Simulcast Bill All Night
Live horse racing and simulcasting took a topsy-turvy ride over a period of 48 hours last week, when the Sport of Kings became illegal in the Commonwealth for the first time in generations. All of it came as a result…
Get Ready to Get Bombed on the Bus…with Flowers
Everett is ready to try just about anything new and fun, and next week that will include a flower bomb for certain bus stops. On Tuesday, Aug. 14, some bus stops in Everett on Broadway will be bombed with flowers…
DiDomenico Helps Pass Economic Development Bill in Senate
Last week, Sen. Sal DiDomenico and his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature passed a sweeping $1 billion Economic Development Bill, calling for targeted investments in workforce training programs and job creation through ambitious public infrastructure projects. Senator DiDomenico filed a…
Community Leaders Rally in Support of McGongale
More than 200 friends, supporters and colleagues gathered at the Village Bar & Grille last week for a reception in support of State Representative Joe McGonagle. While introducing McGonagle, Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, Robert DeLeo said “Joe…
Eagle Bank Expands Commericla Lending Division
Eagle Bank is pleased to announce the expansion of their Commercial Lending Division. Joining the existing team of seasoned commercial lenders are Michael Connelly, SVP, Team Leader, Rebecca Gardner, VP, Commercial Loan Officer, Jody Goodwin, VP, Commercial Production and Servicing,…
After Fire, Encore Boston Harbor Agrees to More Fire Watches
After a spark traveled 23 floors down to the top of the Central Utility Plant and ignited a fire on the roof at the Encore Boston Harbor, the company and Fire Chief Tony Carli have agreed to more fire details…
Adrien Releases Policies: Economic Growth, Education, and Emergency Response Plan
Gerly Adrien, candidate for the 28th Middlesex District state representative, is passionate about improving Everett and uniting as a community. Last week, the campaign highlighted housing, seniors and transportation. Below, we discuss economic growth, education and emergency response plan: ¥Economic…