Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian was recently in Washington, D.C., where he participated in meetings with top federal officials regarding critical issues facing law enforcement across the country. Sheriff Koutoujian – who is Immediate Past President of the Major County…
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First ‘Bike to the Sea Day’ Ride Since the Pandemic Set for June 5
The 30th annual “Bike to the Sea Day” ride will start in Everett at 8 a.m. on Sunday June 5th. It is the first in-person “Bike to the Sea Day” group ride since 2019, the year before the pandemic shutdowns.…
Mystic Valley Elder Services Urges, Do Not Lose Sleep Worrying About Insomnia
There’s nothing quite as frustrating as not being able to get to sleep and stay asleep. Insomnia happens to most people at one time or another in their life but is more common in older adults. Insomnia is the most…
EHS Senior Prom
Former Everett Star Carlins Platel Signs With NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers
Carlins Platel, who helped lead the Everett High football team to the 2016 Division 1 state championship, has signed a free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Platel played defensive back for the University of South Carolina football team in…
Sacramone Honored by MPSA
Special to the Independent The Massachusetts Package Stores Association (MPSA) recently honored Ralph Sacramone, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) and longtime resident of Everett. Sacramone was recognized by MPSA for his outstanding performance and commitment…
Nurses Day Luncheon
City Partners With Everett Public Schools for Memorial Day Event
Special to the Independent The City of Everett, in partnership with the Everett Public Schools, are pleased to announce a joint 2022 Memorial Day event will take place on Tuesday, May 24, at 6 p.m. at Glendale Park located on…
Deveney Tells Council of Upgrades to Local Cable
Everett Director of Communications Deanna Deveney told city councilors at their May 9 meeting that Everett Cable Television (ECTV) will be leading the way compared to many surrounding communities with the recent upgrades that will provide “better transparency of government.”…
News in Brief
City of Everett Announces Digital Navigators Program Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett are pleased to announce a new program called Digital Navigators that will be launching on Monday, May 23. This program will offer residents support with…