Month: February 2025
City Council Discusses Efforts to Hire Nurses
By Cary Shuman Acting director of human services John Russolillo met with the City Council Monday night to provide an update on the hiring of school nurses as funded in the 2024 budget. Council President Stephanie Martins, Councilor-at-Large Stephanie Smith,…
DiDomenico Files over 80 Bills to Begin New Legislative Session
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico filed over 80 bills this January marking the beginning of the 2025-2026 Legislative Session. Senator DiDomenico is focused on passing legislation and securing funding on a wide range of issues from supporting working…
Everett High Football will Scrimmage Catholic Memorial
By Cary Shuman Newly appointed Everett High School football coach Rob DiLoreto couldn’t have picked a tougher opponent to scrimmage as he launches his return to the Crimson Tide sidelines. DiLoreto’s 2025 contingent will travel to West Roxbury Saturday, Aug.…
DeMaria Announces March Council on Aging Events
Special to the Independent Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) has planned events, along with new and recurring programming, that are intended for adults aged 60 and above. The following…
News in Brief
City of Everett Department of Veterans’ Affairs to Host Luncheon for Veterans Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs is hosting a luncheon for veterans on Thursday, March 13 at 12…
Everett Public Libraries Hosting Free Antique and Collectible Appraising Event
Rick Keller, an appraiser with two decades of experience, will be available to look at various treasures from residents. Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the Everett Public Libraries will be hosting a free appraising event on Saturday,…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club Parlin Fireplace Room. Tuesday, March 4th at 7pm. Come chit chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting, or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended…
DiDomenico Hosts Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Kick Off Roast
Special to the Independent The top elected officials in Massachusetts will join host State Senator Sal DiDomenico at the head table for the Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Roast on Friday, March 7 beginning at 6:30pm at…
From Slices to survival
Justin Pioppi’s incredible adventure Story by Marianne Salza From preparing pizza at his family-owned and operated Italian restaurant in Beachmont, to being stranded on an island in the South Pacific Ocean, Justin Pioppi demonstrates the strength that is cultivated from…