By DA Kevin Hayden Two women are facing shoplifting charges after police recovered approximately 200 stolen clothing items in the vehicle they used to flee after shoplifting on Newbury Street Monday, and an Everett man was charged Tuesday for stealing…
Guest Op-Ed: Happy Earth Day!
By Sen. Ed Markey There are a lot of reasons why I’m honored to serve the great Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and its natural beauty holds a special place in my heart. From the world-famous beaches of Cape Cod to the…
EHS Roundup
Desrameaux Sets Two New School Records Senior captain Darrynn Desrameaux, who established an EHS school indoor record in the shot-put this past winter, continued her assault on the Crimson Tide track and field record books, setting two outdoor marks in…
Everett Fire Department Swears in Twelve New Firefighters
Wilmot To Be Honored With Patrick Hughes Award
Special to the Independent On May 5, Greg Wilmot, Boston native and Framingham resident, will be honored at Project Bread’s 56th annual Walk for Hunger with the Patrick Hughes Award for Social Justice, named for the late event founder. Wilmot…
DiDomenico Champions His Wage Theft Bill Alongside Union Workers
Special to the Independent Last week, Senator Sal DiDomenico spoke at a rally hosted by the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters on the State House Steps. DiDomenico spoke about the importance of passing his wage theft bill (S.1158)…
Close Vote Expected on $11.4 Million Appropriation for Roof Repairs at Old EHS
After two previous postponements of a vote on the appropriation of $11.4 million for improvements at the old Everett High School building on Broadway, the Council is expected to decide on the issue at its Monday, April 22 meeting. Because…
Seamark Seafood and Cocktails Opens at Encore Boston Harbor
Carver Road Hospitality, an investor, developer, operator, and marketer of top-tier hospitality concepts, is pleased to announce that Seamark Seafood & Cocktails opened Friday, April 12. A contemporary interpretation of New England’s timeless seafood dining experience, Seamark blends tradition with innovation,…
Revere Man Charged With Convenience Store Robberies in Everett and Revere
A Revere man was charged last week in connection with the armed robberies of two Boston-area convenience stores in less than one week. Jaquan Barrows, 26, was charged with two counts of robbery interfering with interstate commerce, commonly referred to…
State and City Officials Meet With La Colaborativa on Shelter Operation Plans in Chelsea
State and Chelsea officials, along with local nonprofit La Colaborativa, have spent the last several weeks updating the public about the proposed temporary migrant safety net shelter at the old Chelsea Soldiers’ Home. Late last month, state officials announced that…
Seamark Seafood and Cocktails Opens at Encore Boston Harbor
Carver Road Hospitality, an investor, developer, operator, and marketer of top-tier hospitality concepts, is pleased to announce that Seamark Seafood & Cocktails opened Friday, April 12. A contemporary interpretation of New England’s timeless seafood dining experience, Seamark blends tradition with innovation,…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club Parlin Fireplace Room. Tuesday, April 23rd at 7pm. Come chit chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting, or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended…