A bill proposed by Gov. Maura Healey, known as the Ride Safe Act, that would require an annual registration, liability insurance, and an official Massachusetts license plate for electric “bicycles” that are capable of exceeding 30 m.p.h. is long overdue.…
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The Scourge of Domestic Violence
The shooting death of 47 year-old Jacklyn Berry this past Sunday morning in a Winthrop apartment, allegedly by her 58 year-old husband, Sean Brewer, has highlighted once again that acts of domestic violence pose the greatest threat of physical harm…
EHS Roundup
Everett lacrosse celebrates Sr. Night with 13-4 win over Revere The Everett High lacrosse team celebrated Senior Night in appropriate fashion with a 13-4 victory over Revere last Friday. The win represented a nice rebound for the Crimson Tide after…
New Everett Real Estate Business Features Familiar Faces
DeMaria Realty Group team continuing commitment to positive community impact with local office Special to the Independent There’s a new business coming to Broadway in Everett and it features some familiar faces. The DeMaria Realty Group, LLC was formed earlier…
Van Campen Unveils FY27 Budget Proposal
Focused on fiscal discipline, transparency and long-term stability Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen presented his Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget proposal on Thursday, May 14, marking the first budget introduced by a new administration in nearly…
Annual Teddy Bear Picnic brings Everett Families Together
Special to the Independent On Saturday, May 9, families and children gathered for a day of singing, dancing, stories, activities, and food during this year’s Annual Teddy Bear Picnic. The Teddy Bear Picnic is a collaborative community event started by…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Around Everett Books and Brews, The Well Coffee House (983 Broadway). Saturday, May 30th at 1pm. This month we will be reading I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy. Pick up a copy at the Parlin or Shute Memorial…
News in Brief
Local Author Returns to the Everett Public Libraries The Everett Public Libraries are excited to announce that on Wednesday, May 27th at 7:00 pm, Stephen Puleo, author of Dark Tide, is back to discuss his new book, The Great Abolitionist:…
Everett Group Enjoys Trip to NYC for Maloney-Prezioso’s Broadway Play, “Beaches The Musical”
By Cary Shuman A large group traveled from Everett to New York City on Saturday to view Executive Producer Jennifer Maloney-Prezioso’s “Beaches The Musical,” at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway. Maloney-Prezioso, a 1990 graduate of Everett High School, was a…
EHS Roundup
Kayshaun Eveillard wins two GBL titles, sets two school marks Everett High boys track and field senior captain Kayshaun Eveillard was the undisputed star of the Greater Boston League (GBL) Championship Meet that was held last Monday at Revere’s Harry Della…