Gerly Adrien, candidate for state representative, is committed to donating half her salary, if elected, to Everett. Adrien said she cares to show that the role is not about the money or title, but about improving and helping Everett as…
Author: Independent Staff
State Health Officials Announce Fourth Case of West Nile Virus:Women from Middlesex County the Latest Report, Everett at High Risk
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) Tuesday announced the fourth human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in the state this year. The person is a woman in her 50s from Middlesex County who was never hospitalized for her…
How to Preserve the Miracle of Life for More American Families
Few occasions are more joyous than the birth of a child. But for scores of families, the arrival of a newborn can also augur heartbreak. Each day, nearly 100 U.S. babies are born with congenital heart defects. Many will not…
Obituaries 08-29-2018
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…
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…