Special to the Independent Environmental remediation is underway at the former Everett High School at 548 Broadway as the City takes an important step toward preparing the building for future use. While the former Everett High School closed in 2007,…
DiDomenico Secures $5 million and Key Legislative Wins in Senate Economic Development Bill
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico secured language in the Senate Economic Development bill for several of his key policy priorities, and he brought $5 million in bond authorizations for local infrastructure projects in the district. The economic development…
McGonagle Delivers Authentic Copy of Declaration of Independence to Mayor Van Campen, City
Special to the Independent Rep. Joe McGonagle visited Everett City Hall earlier this month to deliver an authentic, handprinted copy of the Declaration of Independence to Mayor Van Campen and the City in honor of the 250th anniversary of the…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club Parlin Fresco Room. Tuesdays 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 for ages…
News in Brief
Sheriff Koutoujian applauds Senate move to ban cryptocurrency kiosks Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian today applauded members of the Massachusetts State Senate for their move to ban cryptocurrency kiosks. Sheriff Koutoujian testified in support of legislation restricting cryptocurrency kiosks in…
DiDomenico Welcomes Sales Tax-free Weekend
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico and his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature set Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 as the official dates of Massachusetts’ annual sales tax holiday. During the holiday, the state’s 6.25 percent sales…
Commissioner Rejects Proposed Rate Increase from Fallon Community Health Plan
Special to the Independent Governor Maura Healey announced that the Division of Insurance has negotiated down proposed rate increases from seven health insurers, saving Massachusetts residents and businesses a projected $72 million in health care premiums for 2027. The Division…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Expands Firefighter Survival Training with New Mobile SCBA Maze
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…