Special to the Independent Superintendent of Schools William D. Hart has announced a $160,000 grant award from the prestigious Barr Foundation. This grant is aligned with the Superintendent’s strategy to enhance teaching and learning across all grade levels. This impactful…
Dorothy Martin Long Luncheon Celebrating Women’s History Month set for March 14
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host the third annual Dorothy Martin Long Luncheon in celebration of Women’s History Month on Saturday, March 14, at 12 p.m.…
City Council aApproves $1.2 million Fuller Street Park Renovation Project
By Cary Shuman The City Council unanimously approved an order to borrow $1.2 million to renovate Fuller Street Park, whose official name is the Corporal Arthur Nelson Play Lot. Ward 3 Councilor Anthony DiPierro said he was pleased to see…
Everett to Host Free Community Skating Event with Olympic Medalist Nancy Kerrigan
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that Olympic figure skating medalist Nancy Kerrigan will host a free, family-friendly community skating event, “Skate with Nancy,” on Thursday, March 12, from 4 to 6 p.m.…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Parlin Adult and Teens Gaming Club Parlin YA Room. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up. Yarn…
MSO’s Warrant Apprehension Unit Assists in Over 500 Cases in 2025
Special to the Independent Members of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) Warrant Apprehension Unit (WAU) participated in the arrests and renditions of over 500 people wanted on various Massachusetts state criminal charges, targeting individuals wanted for serious and violent offenses…
Councilor Rogers Seeks to Restructure Public Speaking Format at Meetings
By Cary Shuman Councilor-at-Large Katy Rogers would like to change the amount of time allotted to residents who participate in the public speaking portion of council meetings as as a means of streamlining speakers’ appearances at the microphone. Rogers recommended…
Van Campen Announces Health Fair for Older Adults
Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) is hosting the annual Health Fair on Tuesday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Edward G. Connolly Center…
Everett Celebrates Sobriety and Resilience at Rewind and Recover Dance Party
Special to the Independent On Saturday, Feb. 28, the City of Everett hosted Rewind and Recover, a 1990’s themed dance party dedicated to celebrating sobriety, recovery and community connection. Led by the Everett Recovery Connection and Youth Development and Enrichment…
The Birdy and the Nerdy: Boston Birding Festival to Host Benefit Trivia Night
Special to the Independent The Boston Birding Festival has announced a high-flying evening of competition and conservation with “Birdy Trivia,” taking place on Thursday, March 5, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Short Path Distillery. The event invites teams…
Everett Citizens Foundation Accepting Applications for up to $10,000 in Community Grants
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the Everett Citizens Foundation (ECF) is now accepting Year 7, Round 2 grant applications for community organizations serving Everett that did not receive funding in Year…
MBTA Developing Rail Modernization Plan to Provide more Reliable Regional Rail Service
Special to the Independent The MBTA today announced that it is developing an updated regional rail strategy to transform its rail system known as the Rail Modernization Plan. Identifying near-term investments and long-term needs, the Rail Modernization Plan will consider…