The City’s Host Community Agreement (HCA) was signed and reviewed by residents such a long time ago, but with the opening of Encore on June 23, that agreement was triggered into action – and it will mean $25 million in…
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Shaq Highlights Entertainment Business at Encore Opening
When you think of night life in Everett post-June 23, think of a 7-foot-tall retired NBA star who can spin tunes as skillfully as he formerly shattered backboards. On Thursday, June 27, NBA Hall-of-Famer (and one-time Boston Celtic) Shaquille O’Neal…
The Buffet at Encore Boston Harbor Is an Extraordinary Dining Experience
The Encore Boston Harbor buffet is a true Las Vegas-style buffet, according to Warren Richards, executive director of food and beverage at the new $2.6 billion resort and judging by the long lines and comments from guests who have enjoyed…
Wynn, Encore Officials Hail DeMaria for His Vision for Everett
Robert DeSalvio, president of Wynn Boston Harbor and Matt Maddox, CEO of president of Wynn Resorts, each hailed Carlo DeMaria’s vision for Everett during the pre-grand opening press conference Friday at the $2.6 billion resort/casino. “Mr. Mayor, I want to…
State Police Log Five Arrests, One Summons at Casino in Opening Days
The Massachusetts State Police reported on Tuesday they had made five arrests and issued one summons at the Encore casino during the opening period and three of the arrests were of New York residents. On opening day, June 23, the…
City Council Monday Meeting Highlights
On Monday, June 24, during its last regularly scheduled Council meeting until the fall, Council discussed several issues relating to City governance. All Councilors were present except for Councilor John McKinnon, who had a prior engagement. •Recognizing City Clerk Councilor…
Council: Bluebikes ‘A Disaster’, ‘Can’t Stay Where They Are’
At Monday night’s Council meeting, Councilors expressed concern over the City’s recent rollout of the Bluebikes program, and the discussion resulted in a unanimous called for an emergency meeting with Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the representatives of Bluebikes. In an…
MGC Officially Approved Encore Boston Harbor for Grand Opening
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) issued regulatory approval June 21 for Encore Boston Harbor’s public opening on June 23. Under the close observation of MGC staff, Encore Boston Harbor successfully completed test play nights on June 17, June 19 and…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Everett students Graduate From Boston College High School On Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Boston College High School’s 155th Commencement, President Grace Cotter Regan and the Board of Trustees presented diplomas to 253 members of the class of 2019. Mr. Stephen…
Mystic Valley Elder Services Awarded $100k Grant
Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) was recently awarded a $100,000 sustaining grant over a 4-year period through Cummings’s Foundation “$100k for 100” program. The grant was awarded to MVES in support of its Elder Independence Fund, a 21-year program that…