Special to the Independent The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (DFS) announced the expansion of firefighter survival training at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) with the addition of a new mobile self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) training maze. The new training…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Regis Students Showcase Scholarship at Third Annual Social Justice Research Symposium Cosponsored by the Writing Program and the Center for Student Engagement, the symposium features student research panels, poster presentations, art/music displays and performances, and thesis slams from students across…
Fabbo Wins Miss US Italia Pageant
By Cary Shuman Everett native Victoria Fabbo was crowned Miss US Italia at the annual pageant held Sunday, July 26 at the Providence Marriott Downtown Hotel. Fabbo called the entire pageant experience “extraordinary,” adding that she was “excited and proud…
More than an Itch: Treating and Preventing
summer insect bites and health risks By Dr. Ana Stankovic Between backyard barbecues, beach vacations, and hiking trails, warmer weather encourages us to spend more time outdoors. But alongside all the summer fun in the sun comes the often-overlooked health…
Governor Urges Congress to Pass Legislation Extending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians
Special to the independent On Monday, Governor Maura Healey urged the U.S. Senate to pass legislation extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, which has already been passed by the House of Representatives. Local congressional and business leaders voiced support…
“Fatal Firefighter Injuries in the U.S.” Report Shows 83 on-Duty Deaths in 2025
Special to the Times-Free Press The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) released its “Fatal Firefighter Injuries in the U.S. in 2025” report, which showed that a total of 83 U.S. firefighters died while on-duty, or as a result of heart…
We Love Affogatos
By Penny & Ed Cherubino We’ve always been surprised that dining spots that serve espresso drinks and ice cream don’t have affogatos on their dessert or after-dinner drink menus. We hope that as these traditional Italian drinks gain traction on…
The Farmers Market is a Welcome Return to Our City
We know we speak for all of our fellow residents in thanking Mayor Robert Van Campen and the Everett Food Policy Council for their efforts in bringing back the Farmers Market to our city after a 10-year absence, The food-to-table…
Our Sox are on Fire!
With all of the excitement of the World Cup, the Tall Ships, and the Revere Beach Sand Castle Festival in the rearview mirror, we were ready to settle in for a relatively-nonchalant second half of the summer season. With the…
Pamela Mavilio
Of Everett Pamela M. Mavilio of Everett entered into eternal rest, unexpectedly, on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at the Cambridge Health Alliance- Everett Hospital. She was 67 years old. Born in Everett, Pam could be seen throughout the city with…
Louise Jean Cafasso
Worked beside her husband in funeral businesses Louise Jean Cafasso of Everett, entered into eternal rest at home, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was 75 years old. Born in Everett, Louise remained a lifelong…