The height of the new Encore Boston Harbor resort seems larger than life, but its shadow is even more massive, and restaurant owner Valery Joseph said it’s a shadow that has rolled over her small business to the point of…
Author: Seth Daniel
Foresteire Resigns From Everett Housing Authority Board
With the charges against former Supt. Fred Foresteire leveled Tuesday, new attention immediately was brought to his service on the Everett Housing Authority (EHA) board, and news traveled fast that Foresteire quietly had resigned from that seat recently. In a…
School Committee, City Issued Letter Asking Foresteire to not Attend school Events
The School Committee and the City’s Legal Department had to issue a letter last month asking former Supt. Fred Foresteire to stay away from school events and school property. Foresteire had appeared at several school events after he resigned last…
After Five-hour Executive Session, MGC Agrees to Terms Dismissing Wynn Case
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) spent more than five hours in executive session on Feb. 20 in private discussions about the legal approach to ending the case in Nevada brought by Steve Wynn – a case that has barred the…
Councilor McLaughlin Submits 41 Questions on the Wellness Center
In what is looking to be a showdown on the Wellness Center, Councilor Michael McLaughlin has submitted 41 questions about the past management and hiring practices at the City’s Wellness Center – questions that are to be addressed at the…
On the Mend Nick Bertone Ready to Lead the Wellness Center out of Tough Times
As the City’s award-winning Wellness Center rides through the storm of recent bad press, new Directing Manager Nick Bertone said he invites everyone down to get a first-hand look at the operations. He said despite the recent controversies, the Center…
Councilors Take Grand Tour of Encore Boston Harbor
While most councilors in Everett have toured the Encore Boston Harbor casino several times over, a small group of councilors had yet to see the five-star facility, and on Feb. 13 they got an eye-full of luxury. Councilor Wayne Matewsky…
Councilor Mclaughlin Ready to Begin Questions on Wellness Center – in Writing
After being turned back quite abruptly by two City department heads last week regarding the Wellness Center managerial issues, City Councilor Michael McLaughlin said he is ready to continue even more questioning on the issue March 4 – all in…
Pioneer Apartment Community Ready to Greet New Residents
The Pioneer Apartment building has become a singular statement on Revere Beach Parkway about what the future of that section of Everett is likely to be very soon, and owner Andy Montelli said this week that they are ready to…
Sen. Didomenico Happy with Committee Posts, Leadership Position
Last week on Beacon Hill was all about who ended up on what committees, and Sen. Sal DiDomenico said this week he was very happy with the assignments he has received from President Karen Spilka. When Sen. Sal DiDomenico mounted…