By Joseph Domelowicz Jr. When the City Council meets with the School Department on Wednesday, May 31, to discuss the proposed school budget for fiscal Year 2018, they’ll be considering a school budget that is $357,854 less than last year,…
Author: Independent Staff
Letter to the Editor
Haitian Heritage Month May is Officially Proclaimed Haitian Heritage Month in most parts of the country and it is likewise, in Everett. In the current geo-political conjuncture that encompasses anti-immigrant sentiments and policies, with the painful remnants of the Haitian…
Remember Social Host Law
By Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria The end of the school year brings many celebrations and excitement for students and families in Everett. In just a few short weeks we’ll celebrate the graduating Class of 2017 and students will be attending…
A Reasonable Request
The state legislators are in the process of crafting and voting on legislation that will allow Wynn Boston Harbor to serve liquor until 4 a.m. on its gambling floor. There is time to make sure that the wording for this…
Sports 05-17-2017
EHS Roundup EHS baseball team wins two contests The Everett High baseball team received outstanding pitching performances from Jason Hennessey and Jaili Marinez to post a pair of victories over Northeastern Conference rivals Lynn English and Marblehead this past week.…
Obituaries 05-17-2017
Dorothy Rutstein Of Everett Dorothy (Winer) Rutstein of Everett passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14. The beloved wife of the late Oscar “Blackie” Rutstein, she was pre-deceased by her cherished son Howard Rutstein. She was the devoted daughter of…
Springfest at Night Shift
Ali Abidor enjoyed a game of corn-hole in the blocked off lot, an exclusive add on to Springfest at the Night Shift Brewery on Saturday, May 6. The new festival at the Brewery drew hundreds of thirsty patrons and had…
Senate President Visits Everett
Senate President Stan Rosenberg met Everett resident Jack McGrath on Wednesday evening, May 3, during a dinner for Rosenberg hosted by Sen. Sal DiDomenico at Abbondanza’s Ristorante. The party attracted many residents and elected officials to welcome the Senate President…
Martial Arts Legends:Shihan Nesta, Sensei Powers Teach Lessons Beyond Their Craft
By Cary Shuman Shihan Joe Nesta and Sensei Bill Powers have close to 90 years of combined experience in the martial arts. Their friendship dates back to the late 1970s. Holder of the highest ranking in Nick Cerio’s Kenpo in…
Mayor Submits $227 Million Budget Proposal for FY 2018
By Joseph Domelowicz Jr. Everett City Auditor Eric Demas, who serves as the City’s chief financial officer, addressed a Joint Convention of the City Council and School Committee on Monday night, on behalf of Mayor Carlo DeMaria to present the…