During a special meeting on Monday, November 25, City Council unanimously passed two measures to set the City’s tax rate as proposed by the administration and the Board of Assessors. The new rate is being seen as a big win…
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School Committee Votes Down Request To Re-Start Supt. Search
In a narrow 4-3 vote, the School Committee voted not to re-convene the Superintendent Search Committee in order to consider and interview at least three local candidates that were passed over by the Search Committee. During the Dec. 2 meeting,…
Everett City Council Meeting Highlights
On Monday, November 25, Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting, where it passed new measures, approved funding transfers and recognized individuals in the community. .•Measures passed Council enrolled the small wireless facility ordinance that has been months in the…
Council Postpones Vote On Purchase Of Pope John Paul High School
At its meeting on Monday, November 25, Mayor Carlo DeMaria appeared before Council to request approval to borrow $10.5 million for the purchase of the Pope John XXIII High School site on upper Broadway. The mayor originally came before Council…
Baker Signs Bill On Hands-Free Use Of Electronic Devices While Driving
Gov. Charlie Baker signed legislation to improve road safety in the Commonwealth Monday, which stipulates that no motor vehicle operator may use electronic devices while driving unless the technology is being used hands-free. The legislation, which adopts recommendations from the…
MCU Employees Spread Thanksgiving Cheer
For the 8th consecutive year, Metro Credit Union (MCU) employees came together to create Thanksgiving baskets for those in need during the holidays. Departments collaborated to shop for, organize, decorate, and deliver 35 large baskets stocked with all the traditional…
Massport Urges Residents To Use Drones Safely
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) kicked off an advertising campaign aimed at educating the public about the safe use of drones. The campaign encourages drone operators to be responsible: “Fly your drone safely this Holiday Season. Know the Rules.” The…
Briefs
Senior Social Planned For December Please join Mayor Carlo DeMaria and The Council on Aging for the monthly senior social, Wednesday December 18, 2019, 11:45am at The Connolly Center located at 90 Chelsea Street. In celebration of the Holiday and…
Cambridge Health Alliance Receives $125,000 Grant from ACS, NFL and Patriots
Special to the Record The American Cancer Society (ACS), National Football League (NFL) and the New England Patriots have awarded a grant to Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) to address lung cancer mortality by increasing screenings and supporting smoking cessation efforts.…