Councilor Matewsky wants Las Vegas-style Entertainment at Encore Casino
By Cary Shuman Councilor-at-Large Wayne Matewsky wants Encore Boston Harbor resort/casino to bring in legendary singer Wayne Newton and other mega-acts to perform in concerts at New England’s premier gaming establishment. Matewsky said at Monday night’s council meeting that he…
Mangan Appointed New Assistant City Clerk
By Cary Shuman The City Council voted to appoint Mike Mangan as the new assistant city clerk of Everett at a special meeting on April 9 in the Council Chambers. Following the 7-3 vote by the Council, Mangan took his…
DiDomenico Secures $1 million for City and School Projects in his District
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico secured $1,000,000 for local projects across his district in legislation passed by the Massachusetts Senate last week. This funding will empower schools and local government in every city he represents to make schools…
New Study Examines Air Quality near Everett Schools
Special to the Independent A new regional study examining air quality in the Lower Mystic area is helping communities, including Everett, better understand how traffic patterns impact air pollution near schools and where targeted improvements can make a difference. The…
City of Everett Invites Residents to Earth Day Clean-Up at Gateway Park
Special to the Independent The City of Everett and Clean Up Everett invite residents, families, and community members to take part in an Earth Day Community Clean-Up on Saturday, April 25, at Gateway Park. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m., with…
Two Large Capacity Firearms Recovered after Police Stop Stolen Vehicle from Lynn
Special to the Independent Three people were arraigned in Chelsea District court this week in connection to a stolen motor vehicle where two of the three occupants are facing numerous firearm related offenses, Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced. Jhanzel…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
The Everett Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, April 20, in honor of Patriots’ Day. Check out seeds from the library! The Seed Library is back at the Everett Public Libraries, just in time for spring. You can check…
Senator DiDomenico Reflects on Loss and Resilience with ALS Advocates
Last week, Senator Sal DiDomenico spoke at the State House ALS Advocacy Day and talked about his mom’s courageous battle with ALS and her enduring love for her family. In last year’s budget, DiDomenico secured $250,000 for the ALS Association…
NeighborHealth Recognized as a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace
Special to the Independent NeighborHealth, the largest federally qualified community health system in Massachusetts, has been named a recipient of the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award, a national honor recognizing the organization’s strong, employee-driven culture and commitment to excellence.…
Floating Boardwalk Project Receives Funding Approval
Special to the Independent Rep. Joe McGonagle is pleased to announce that funds secured from the state designated for the design and permitting of a floating boardwalk along the Malden River has been approved by the City Council. This project…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces DCR’s Free Programming during April School Vacation Week
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announced its April school vacation programming schedule, offering 85 free recreational and educational activities for kids and families at 24 state parks and watersheds across Massachusetts. Taking place during Earth Week, the…