Special to the Independent Massport and Boston’s electrical workers union and its highly-rated joint apprenticeship training center are teaming up to create more career pathways in the communities they serve. On Friday, October 27, Massport CEO Lisa Wieland and Local…
Month: November 2023
Fire Officials Issue Home Heating Reminder Following Revere House Fire
Special to the Independent A three-alarm fire in Revere last week started with a furnace, prompting a reminder from fire officials to pay special attention to home heating safety. Heating equipment is the top source of carbon monoxide at home…
Everett City Hall Takes Bold Steps Towards Sustainability
Special to the Independent Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett has partnered with energy consulting company Ameresco to increase energy reduction measures to meet local and state climate action goals. Through these efforts, the…
World’s Largest Franchise Operator Acquires a Planet Fitness Franchise
Special to the Independent Flynn Restaurant Group LP (“Flynn”), the largest franchise operator in the world, announced it has acquired a highly-successful Planet Fitness franchise from Alder Partners, LLC, which operates 37 locations in two major markets in the United…
“Thank You” To Our Veterans
This Saturday, November 11, will mark the 104th observance of Veterans Day in the United States, a day marked by solemnity and reverence to honor those who have served in our nation’s military. Veteran’s Day initially was known as Armistice…
The Ukrainians And Israelis Are Fighting for Free People Everywhere
There are two “hot wars” in the world right now, in Europe and the Middle East, in which two democratic nations, Ukraine and Israel, are standing up against two of the great forces of fascism in the world today: Russia…
Happy 90th Birthday, Gov. Dukakis
We wish to extend our best wishes for a “Happy Birthday” to former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis, who turned 90 last week. Mike Dukakis served as governor of our state from 1975-79 and then again for two terms from 1983-91.…
EHS Roundup
EHS Girls Volleyball Concludes Season With State Tourney Contest The Everett’s High girls’ volleyball team wrapped up its 2023 season with an appearance in the Division 1 state tournament last Wednesday evening at Westford (Academy) High School. Although the Lady Crimson Tide,…
Everett Hosts Second Annual Community Bowl
Special to the Independent Everett community gathered at Everett Stadium as Everett High School alums competed in a fierce flag football game Everett, MA – The City of Everett hosted the second annual Community Bowl on Saturday, Oct. 28, at…
City of Everett to Host Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon
Special to the Independent All veterans are encouraged to attend and all are welcome to honor those who served Everett, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria, alongside the City of Everett’s Veterans Services Department, is pleased to announce the City of…