Special to the Independent As his administration approaches the 90-day mark, Mayor Robert Van Campen is highlighting the work completed during his first two months in office, pointing to early efforts focused on leadership, financial oversight, and long-term planning. “This…
Month: March 2026
News Briefs 3-25-26
DiDomenico Hosting Office Hours in Everett State Senator Sal DiDomenico will be hosting office hours on Thursday, April 2, at Everett City Hall in the Keverian Room on the third floor from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Senator is inviting all constituents…
Van Campen announces April Council on Aging programs and events
Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) has planned events and programs that are intended for adults age 60 and above. The following is a list of upcoming programming…
Everett City Council, Mayor Van Campen honor Emma Perry, Brooklyn LaMonica
The Everett City Council and Mayor Robert Van Campen honored Everett High School seniors Emma Perry and Brooklyn LaMonica for their outstanding achievements during a March 23 ceremony in the City Council Chambers. Perry, who is the student representative to…
Council Rogers’ public speaking rule receives unanimous approval
There will be a new public speaking format at City Council meetings beginning next month. Councilor-at-Large Katy Rogers’ well-reasoned proposal to condense two 2-minute segments into one 3-minute segment for public speakers garnered a 10-0 vote for approval Monday night.…
Council approves ordinance Promoting fair labor standings
By a 9-1 margin, the City Council approved an ordinance promoting fair labor standards and preventing wage theft in the City of Everett. Ward 1 Councilor Michele Capone was the lone dissenting vote, and it was she who opened the…
Councilor Alcy Jabouin says ‘no’ to installation of Bluebike station
Councilor-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin made it clear from the outset that she does not want to see any further installations of Bluebike stations in the City of Everett. The Council ultimately took Alcy Jabouin’s request and sent the matter to…
Healey awards $10 million to support World Cup-related events across Massachusetts
Special to the Independent The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $10 million in grants to 17 recipients, including Everett Community Watch Party, through the Sports and Entertainment Events Fund Grant Program to support fan celebrations and community watch party events across Massachusetts celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Administered by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) within the Executive Office…
MBTA restores bus service beyond pre-COVID levels and increases subway frequency
Special to the Independent The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced its service updates which go into effect on Sunday, April 5. Service information is available now at MBTA.com/ServiceChanges. Riders are strongly encouraged to check schedules in advance and to…
EHS softball team ready for another run to state tournament
The Everett High softball team has been eagerly preparing for another successful season ahead of the team’s 2026 season-opener next Wednesday (April 1) at non-league opponent Cambridge Rindge & Latin. “We will have a mix of experienced and new young…