Senator DiDomenico recently announced the inclusion of an additional $1 million in state funding for the Commonwealth’s Early Intervention (EI) programs. This funding was secured by Senator DiDomenico during this year’s budget discussions via an amendment he filed to the…
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Artists Sought for Third Annual Everett Community Art Walk
Integral Arts Everett is proud to present the 3rd annual Everett Community Art Walk, a temporary art exhibit, this coming fall. Artwork from local artists will be sprinkled across the city at local businesses and community organizations. Visitors are invited…
28 New Badges Embolden Girl Scouts to Navigate and Succeed in a Rapidly Changing World Society
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) today announced 28 new badges focused on entrepreneurship, math in nature, and digital leadership that embolden girls to navigate a changing society and build the futures they…
School Briefs
Education Is Art and Science As part of the Summer Academic Enrichment Program at the Whittier School, students constructed paper roller coasters as part of a STEM activity. Students learned how to make a frame and a track for their…
West Nile Virus Detected in Everett
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) announced that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Everett. The WNV risk level has been increased to Moderate in Everett. “It is unfortunate to hear that the West…
Keep an Eye Out for New Wayfinding Signs
Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett in collaboration with Transit Matters is implementing Wayfinding Signs throughout the community. These signs are being placed around the Broadway corridor of the city. “Wayfinding Signs is making…
Two Free Healthy Aging Programs Offered in Sept.
Tai Chi Classes will be offered on Wednesdays from September 15 to November 3 from 10 to 11am and held at the Stoneham Senior Center, 126 Elm St. in Stoneham. Led by a certified instructor, the classes feature a combination…
News in Brief
Back to School Vaccine Clinic Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will be hosting a Back to School Vaccine Clinic geared towards college students on Thursday, August 12th. The clinic will be held at…
A Bleak Future for the Earth
The report released this week by the United Nations detailing the impending effects of climate change in the near future because of our rapidly-warming atmosphere paints the starkest picture yet of what awaits life on Earth as we know it…
Guest Op-Ed: We Must Protect Our Neighborhoods Not Developer Profits
By Councilor Fred Capone Growth and development are good for a community. However, growth and development should be implemented in a controlled manner, after careful planning, to ensure that it is truly beneficial to the community. If you look around…