Special to the Independent Stephanie Martins, current Ward 2 City Councilor and this year’s City Council President, has officially announced her candidacy for re-election in the upcoming municipal election. Martins, known for her consistent presence in the community and strong…
Month: July 2025
DeMaria Accepts $1,000 Donation from Schiavo Club for Veterans Affairs Gift Fund
Mayor Carlo DeMaria accepted a $1,000 donation from the Carmen A. Schiavo Club for the City of Everett’s Veterans Affairs Gift Fund. Each year, the Schiavo Club honors the memories of the men and women who gave their lives while…
DiDomenico Brings $750,000 to his District in Transportation and Education Supplemental Budget
Special to the Independent Senator DiDomenico, and his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature approved $1.39 billion in new investments in public transportation and public education across the Commonwealth. The supplemental budget is funded by surplus revenue from the Fair Share…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Around Everett Mindful Miles, Shute Front Door, Saturday, July 19th at 8 AM. Did you know walking boosts mood, heart health, and brain power? Walking with others also adds more wellness benefits! Start your day in a mindful way by…
Election takes Shape as Deadline for Pulling Nomination Papers Approaches
With the deadline for pulling nomination papers set for next Wednesday (July 16), the races for mayor, city council, and school committee in the 2025 municipal election are taking shape. Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Ward 5 Councilor Robert J. Van…
Exhibition ‘Everyone is Welcome Here’ Opening in East Boston on July 11
Atlantic Works Gallery is proud to present its 2025 summer group exhibition, Everyone is Welcome Here—a collective statement of solidarity, compassion, and inclusion in response to the increasing marginalization of vulnerable communities across the United States. The title and theme…
Brookline Bank Features The Common Dog of Everett in Video
Special to the Independent Brookline Bank has released a new Business Brief video featuring The Common Dog, located in Everett, MA. The Common Dog is a full-service, state-of-the-art facility offering daycare, boarding, training, and grooming. Established in 1997 as one…
FKO Celebrates First-ever Graduation of OST Apprenticeship Program in Massachusetts
For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) proudly celebrated a historic milestone on June 5, 2025, with the graduation of the first cohort of its registered apprenticeship program for the Out-of-School Time (OST) workforce- Massachusetts and the country’s first and only full-time…
“Live Music at Logan” Takes Off: Music Meets Travel at Boston’s Gateway
Special to the Times-Free Press The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with Mass Cultural Council to bring live music to Boston Logan International Airport this summer. Beginning on July 1, professional musicians and local…
Community Gathers to Launch MVES’ 50th Year
Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) kicked off its Golden Anniversary on June 24, launching a yearlong commemoration of five decades of service to older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. To mark this milestone, MVES welcomed community leaders, partner…