The ongoing battle that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been waging against the Walt Disney Company not only demonstrates what a petty, vindictive, and mean-spirited little man he is, but also illustrates the danger that an autocratic ruler poses to…
Guest Op-Ed: Mother’s Day and Your Time
By Dr. Glenn Mollette You may have lost your mother early in life or never really knew your mother. My two sons were only 17 and 20 when their mother passed at the ae of 49 from multiple sclerosis. Mother’s…
EHS Roundup
EHS Softball Comes Back to Top LC, 8–5; Moves Into First Place The Everett High softball team exploded for six runs in the sixth inning to erase a 5-2 deficit and earn an 8-5 victory over Greater Boston League (GBL)…
Obituaries 05-10-2023
Frederick Sacramone Lifelong Everett Resident Frederick J. “Tiny” Sacramone of Everett entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 8 in the Massachusetts General Hospital. He was 84 years old. Born in Everett, Tiny was a lifelong resident. He worked for…
DiPierro to Seek Ward 3 City Council seat
Special to the Independent Anthony DiPierro has officially announced his intention to return as Everett’s Ward 3 City Councilor. DiPierro was first elected in 2015 and served as the Council’s President in 2017, followed by appointments to serve as Chair…
City of Everett and DCR Plant Trees in Celebration of Arbor Day
Special to the Independent Arbor Day Foundation Names the City of Everett a 2022 Tree City USA Everett, MA – The City of Everett, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), hosted an event in celebration…
Pats Present a Hometown Grant to Lafayette School
The 600 Apartment Building Celebrates Grand Opening
Special to the Independent The City of Everett’s Director of Planning and Development Matt Lattanzi recently joined John Tocco, managing partner and chief operating officer at V10 Development, Senator Sal DiDomenico and elected officials to cut the ribbon celebrating the…
News in Briefs
Vehicles Not Complying With Street Sweeping Rules Will Be Towed Please be aware that beginning on Monday, May 1, we will be towing vehicles that do not comply with the street sweeping rules that started on Monday, April 3, 2023.…
DeMaria Meets New Consul General of Brazil in Boston
Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Santiago Mourão, the new Consul General of Brazil in Boston, at Everett City Hall. The Consulate General of Brazil in Boston serves Brazilians residing or passing through Massachusetts and surrounding…
Rep. Garcia, House Pass FY24 Budget, Makes Investments To Support Families
Last weed, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed its Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) budget. This budget responds to the needs of residents and makes targeted investments that provide support for families across the Commonwealth. Funded at $56.2 billion, the House’s…
BCBS Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes for Mental Health Awareness and Bike Month
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Bike Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“BCBS) is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes every Sunday in May, beginning on May 7, as part of their second annual “Miles for…