When the meteorologists had compiled their weather statistics for the months of February and March, they informed us that for the second straight year, February actually was warmer than March. This pronouncement led the pundits to ponder whether, “March is…
Sports 04-18-2018
EVERETT REVERE YOUTH HOCKEY has championship weekend Special to the Independent The Everett/Revere Bantam AA hockey team played in the playoffs this past weekend. The team squared off in the Regionals against Dedham. They won a hard fought battle 3-0…
Obituaries 04-18-2018
Catherine Consalvo Of Everett Catherine C. Consalvo, a native of Everett, died peacefully at her home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in the early morning hours of April 10 following a long illness. She was 92 years old. Catherine and her…
Social Gathering
Norma and Dennis Leonard welcomed Lauren Baker and Gov. Charlie Baker to their family home on Tuesday evening, April 3, for a fundraiser and social gathering.
Everett Public School Musicians Showcase their Talents
Everett Public Schools Strings Director Maciej Kaczmarek is pictured during the last week’s String Night Part 1, which featured musicians in kindergarten through third grade, as well as the Everett High School Orchestra. String Night Part 2, featuring students in…
Simonelli Apologizes after Backlash for Facebook Post
City Councilor Stephen Simonelli faced a packed Council chamber on Monday night, April 9, as his apology for an inflammatory Facebook post was read by his Council interpreter. Following his prepared apology, the embattled Ward 2 Councilor listened as several…
Mayor Demaria: ‘I Don’t Want to Work with Another Gaming Company’ Amid Rumors, DeMaria Issues Letter Reminding Wynn of Veto Power over Any Sales
Mayor Carlo DeMaria said on Tuesday that as rumors circulate throughout the community and the nation regarding the sale of Wynn Boston Harbor, which Wynn Resorts isn’t commenting on, he has strong reservations about working with any other gaming company…
Turning Pro:D’Onofrio Signs a Contract with Arena Football League
Former Everett football standout Joe D’Onofrio has signed a professional contract with the New England Cavalry of the American Arena League (AAL). D’Onofrio, who scored 35 touchdowns and accumulated more than 4,000 yards in his career at Pope John XXIII…
Exelon,ISO Hopeful on Stopping Proposed Closure
Exelon said this week that it was encouraged by early responses from ISO New England regarding their filing two weeks ago to close the Mystic Generating Station in Everett by 2022 if regulatory changes weren’t made. Following the blockbuster announcement,…
Pope John’s Boucher Named Boston Globe Coach of the Year
Pope John XXIII High School’s Leo Boucher was named the Boston Globe Coach for the Year in Division 4. Boucher led the Tigers to the state championship this season with a 24-1 record. Pope John also won its own hoop…
From the Mayor’s Office
PARLIN LIBRARY TO HOST BRACELET MAKING EVENT ON APRIL 17TH Have you ever made your own bracelet? It’s simple! Come join us on Tuesday, April 17th at the Parlin Library at 11:00 AM to bead bracelets! This event is intended…
DeMaria,Capone,DiPierro Honor the Pope John Basketball Team
On Tuesday, April 4, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, along with Councilors Capone and DiPierro honored the State Champion Pope John XXIII High School Basketball team. Pope John defeated Maynard High to win the Division 4 title on March 16th. The Mayor…