Eversource has reached a major milestone in its statewide smart meter rollout, installing its 500,000th smart meter in Massachusetts as the energy company continues bringing the technology and its benefits to customers across the state. The energy company is approximately…
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Governor Healey launches pilot to expand access to child care
Governor Maura Healey announced last week that 30 Family Child Care (FCC) programs across Massachusetts have been selected to participate in a new pilot aimed at expanding access to child care for families. The programs include locations in Everett, Lynn,…
Now Casting: The next voice of Boston Logan International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport welcomes 43 million travelers a year and soon, each one will be greeted by a voice that captures the spirit of Massachusetts and New England. Today, the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) announced the launch of Voice…
Everett residents 50 and older invited to participate in Golden Gears Program
Everett residents 50 and older are invited to participate in the Golden Gears Program on September 27 at the Gazebo at Rivergreen Park. MassDOT will host up to 20 older adults for a bikeshare confidence clinic designed to help participants…
101st Annual Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian this weekend
It’s that time of year again when the streets of East Cambridge will come alive for the 101stAnnual Grand Italian Feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian on September 11, 12 & 13 on Warren and Porter Streets in East Cambridge.…
Everett City Hall closed Tuesday due to cybersecurity
Everett City Hall was closed to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 8 as the City responded to acybersecurity incident that impacted its internal network and technology systems. At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 6, the City discovered the cybersecurity…
Everett stands with the community for International Overdose Awareness Day
The Everett community gathered at Glendale Park for International Overdose Awareness Day to remember those lost to overdose, stand with individuals and families affected by addiction and recognize those working every day toward recovery. For Mayor Robert J. Van Campen,…
Trade in your old treasures for new at the library
The Everett Public Libraries are excited to announce the third annual Great Everett Jewelry Exchange! As you clean up your house this Fall, make a pile of your unwanted jewelry. During the month of September, bring it to the Parlin…
Everett Celebrates Global Cultures at 20th Annual Everett Multicultural Festival
The City of Everett joined Latinos Unidos en Massachusetts (LUMA) to celebrate the 20th annual Everett Multicultural Festival, bringing residents together for an afternoon of cultural performances, international cuisine and family-friendly activities. On Sunday, August 30, families, community members, small…
City of Everett completes energy-efficiency upgrades at Ferry Street Fire Station
The City of Everett has completed the installation of a new high-efficiency heat pump system at the Ferry Street Fire Station, replacing aging heating infrastructure while improving air quality and comfort for firefighters who live and work in the station…