Join Me and Vote for Michael McLaughlin To the Editor, My name is Denise Selden. I am the owner of Salon 345 & Day Spa, as well as the Chairwoman for the Saugus Chamber of Commerce. I have been a…
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Bluebikes Announces Passes for Grocery, Pharmacy, Restaurant, and Retail Workers
Mayor Martin J. Walsh, in partnership with the cities of Cambridge, Everett, and Somerville and the Town of Brookline, announced the availability of free Bluebikes passes for some of Boston’s most important workers: those employed at grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants,…
DiDomenico and Senate Colleagues Pass Bill to Increase Higher Education Opportunities for People With Disabilities
Sen. Sal DiDomenico and his colleagues in the Massachusetts State Senate recently passed legislation to remove existing barriers for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or other developmental disabilities so they can attend public institutions of higher education. The…
Legislature’s FSC Works to Combat Food Insecurity
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on food security and infrastructure in the Commonwealth. Demand at food banks has skyrocketed and local producers, who once relied on the restaurant industry, struggle to find buyers. As a member of…
McLaughlin Issues Second Debate Challenge to Rep. McGonagle
As candidates enter the final weeks of the 2020 State Representative campaign, candidate for state representative Michael McLaughlin has challenged State Rep. Joe McGonagle to a socially distanced debate for the second time in two weeks. “I will make myself…
Malden Catholic High School Celebrates 85th Commencement
On Saturday, August 1, Malden Catholic High School celebrated the 85th Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2020. Following all guidelines established by the state and national health organizations, Malden Catholic hosted a live graduation on the Brother Gilbert Stadium…
McGonagle Speaks on Environmental Injustice
Last week, Rep. Joe McGonagle, along with his colleagues in the House passed a bill that created a road map to clean energy in Massachusetts by 2050. Part of this bill featured an amendment co-sponsored by McGonagle that protected environmental…
McGonagle Protects Essential Services as House Passes Healthcare Protections Bill
Last week, Rep. Joseph McGonagle passed an amendment to preserve essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the House of Representative’s An Act Putting Patients First. McGonagle’s amendment, which was one of 107 considered by the House, prevents…
News in Brief
Mayor’s Crimson Kids Program Gives Furry Experience Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s Crimson Kids Summer Program has provided youth in Everett with a unique opportunity to learn, stay active and enjoy the summer while following all safety measures to avoid spreading COVID…
Attorney Michele Capone Appointed to the Board of Trustees of the State Library of Massachusetts
Everett Attorney Michele Capone was recently appointed by Governor Baker to the Board of Trustees of the Massachusetts State Library. Mrs. Capone will serve with three other appointed members and the President of the Massachusetts Senate, the Speaker of the…