Agnes Ciulla Of Everett Agnes (Sutera) Ciulla of Everett died on August 25 at the age of 101. She was the beloved wife of the late Accursio “Gus” Ciulla, devoted mother of Angela Biggie and Roseann Ciulla, both of Revere…
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Ready for Some Football
Everett High football standout Mike Sainristil fields a mock-kickoff during the first day of practice on Friday, Aug. 17, at Everett Memorial Stadium. The senior – who has committed to play for Virginia Tech – will be the likely leader…
Joe McGonagle BBQ Fundraiser
Residents showed their support for State Rep. Joe McGonagle at his BBQ fundraiser on Thursday evening, Aug. 16, at the Silver Fox. McGonagle is in an exciting, three-way re-election campaign that will be decided in the Democratic Primary on Sept.…
Back to School: Beware of the JUUL
If last year’s fidget spinners were all fun and games, this year, the national attraction is rather different: JUUL, an e-cigarette device that has become so synonymous with vaping and accepted by the masses, that the term “juul-ing” has been…
Nicole Zervas Dance Academy Celebrates 30 Years
Nicole Zervas Dance Academy (NZDA) is celebrating its 30th anniversary, a milestone that owner and director, Nicole Paolo, is proud of. After 30 years, what brings Miss Nicole (as she is affectionately known) the most happiness is building the confidence…
School Resource Officers are Protectors, Not the Enemy
In 2015 a viral video of South Carolina school resource officer (SRO) Ben Fields’ slamming a student across the classroom caused a public outrage. During the same year in Lynn, an SRO arrested a student with special needs. “While the…
It’s Time to Update Your Child’s Health Information
Book bags are replacing beach totes as it quickly becomes time for students to go back to school. Organizing your child’s health information, keeping current with doctor’s appointments and planning for emergency scenarios should be part of every parent’s seasonal…
SunButter and Jelly Sandwiches Make the Perfect Back-to-School Snack or Lunch
Parents, students and schools have discovered the perfect menu item for snacks or lunch: Sun Wise peanut-free sandwiches with grape or strawberry jelly. Totally nut-free and peanut-free, each sandwich features delicious soft, white whole grain bread. Made with SunButter sunflower…
Endorsements for GerlyAdrien Details Endorsements
GerlyAdrien, candidate for State Representative, has received support from local, state and national organizations. The common theme is that Everett needs an advocate who will fight for everyone, starting with fixing education to fighting for good jobs to ensuring an…
Workers at Triangle, Inc.Vote to Form Union for Better Pay, Lower Turnover, a Voice and Respect at Work
Direct care support workers at human service agency Triangle, Inc. have voted overwhelmingly to form a union with SEIU Local 509, calling for better pay, lower turnover, and a voice and respect at work. The 100+ employees work at employment…