Dora Apruzzese Of Everett Dora T. (Olivero) Apruzzese, 97, of Everett, died on Oct. 31. She was the beloved wife of the late John P. Apruzzese, loving mother of Marie DiDomenico and her husband, Sal, Lucille Barrett and her husband,…
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Local Attorney Launches Scholarship Fund
For more than 20 years, Attorney Len Spada has been representing thousands of individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Now, he is giving back to youth in ten Greater Boston local communities. Spada Law Group…
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Former Ward 6 Councilor Sachetta Endorses Councilor Mike McLaughlin
Former Ward 6 Alderman and Councilor Sal Sachetta announced this week that he is endorsing Ward 6 Councilor Michael McLaughlin for re-election. Sachetta and McLaughlin gathered for a photo and an official endorsement last week. Sachetta said McLaughlin was the…
News Briefs
Halloween Rescheduled to Saturday Due to the predicted inclement weather for Halloween Day, the City of Everett has decided to reschedule the Halloween/Rivergreen Park Grand Opening to this Saturday, November 2nd from 1pm – 4pm. Sunny weather is predicted for…
Public Notice of Upcoming RFP For One-Stop Career Center Operator(S)
The Metro North Regional Employment Board, d/b/a MassHire Metro North Workforce Board (MNWB), gave official notice of its intent to procure a One-Stop Career Center operator(s) starting Fiscal Year 2021 (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021). Approximately $3.2 million will be…
Community Residents Invited to Participate in Accreditation of Everett High School
Principal Erick Naumann of Everett High School invites parents of students and other interested community residents to assist in a Self-Reflection which is currently being conducted by the school’s professional staff. The Self-Reflection is a significant component in the Accreditation…
Be Sure to Vote Tuesday
This Tuesday, Nov. 5, is election day in cities and some towns across the state for local offices, including mayoral and council contests. Not too long ago, local elections in Massachusetts routinely drew voter turnouts of 80-90 percent, almost equivalent…
Guest Op-Ed: This Week’s King Tide Highlights the Work Everett Needs to Do on Climate Preparedness
By Mayor Carlo DeMaria Everett residents and business owners are increasingly experiencing flooding from both heavier rainstorms and coastal storms. Many residents have experienced increased flooding in certain neighborhoods and small businesses along the Island End River report that they have…