Last week in this space we expressed our view that legislation to allow communities to install speed-detecting cameras is ill-advised and not a great use of resources, although we suggested that red light cameras would be more efficacious for improving traffic safety.…
Author: Independent Staff
EHS Roundup
EHS girls defeat Revere, 48-42 The Everett High girls basketball team put it all together to earn their biggest and best win of the season with a 48-42 triumph over Greater Boston League rival Revere last Tuesday, “This was a huge team win…
City Councilors Celebrate Relocation of Veterans Affairs Office
Congratulations, Kayshaun
Council Discusses Impacts of Lithium Battery Facility
By Cary Shuman The Everett City Council discussed the safety impacts of a lithium battery storage proposal for 20 acres in the Docklands District of the city at its meeting Monday night. “The only good thing I can see from…
DiDomenico Attends DOC Reentry Simulation
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico recently joined a Department of Corrections (DOC) simulated training, hosted by Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, to experience the journey navigated by individuals returning to their community after being released from…
News in Brief
New Date Announced for Everett’s Lunar New Year Celebration Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host the rescheduled second annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 2 p.m. to 5…
ICE Boston Arrests Illegal Fugitive Wanted for Robbery
Special to the Independent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apprehended an illegal Brazilian fugitive wanted for armed robbery in his home country. The officers arrested the 38-year-old alien in Everett on Jan. 22. “This Brazilian fugitive is facing significant charges…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces DCR’s Free Family Programming for School Vacation Week
As part of the agency’s commitment to providing safe and fun recreational opportunities for young people across the state, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announced its lineup of February school vacation week programming. This year, the agency is…
Zonta International 2024 Amelia Earhart Fellow
Members of the Zonta Club of Chelsea & North Shore and the Zonta Club of Malden recently celebrated the remarkable achievements of Zonta’s District 1 Amelia Earhart Fellowship recipients. Amelia Earhart Fellowship is a unique and prestigious award program started…