DiDomenico Files for Re-election
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico has pulled nomination papers for his re-election to the State Senate. DiDomenico now needs to collect 300 signatures from constituents over the coming months to ensure his name will be listed on the…
McGonagle Announces Re-election Campaign
Earlier this month, Rep. Joe McGonagle visited Secretary of State William Galvin’s office to pull papers for his re-election campaign in seeking his seventh term as the State Representative for Everett. In his sixth term as State Representative, McGonagle was…
Everett Digs Out after Major Snowstorm
By Cary Shuman Everett’s Executive Director of City Services Robert “Bob” Knox saw the weather forecasts for a major snowstorm and reacted precisely and accordingly. And the TV meteorologists proved to be right on the mark again as a blizzard…
Everett Police Department Now Accepting Lateral Transfers
Special to the Independent The Everett Police Department (EPD) is now accepting applications from full-time civil service police officers seeking a lateral transfer. EPD is looking for motivated, proactive officers who are currently permanent civil service police officers in Massachusetts…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Tavares Named to the Regis College Fall 2025 Dean’s List Regis College recognizes Krysonia Tavares, of Everett, whose academic excellence and commitment to learning have earned them a place on the fall 2025 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List,…
Van Campen Announces March Council on Aging Programs and Events
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) has planned events and programs that are intended for adults age 60 and above. The following is a…
DiDomenico Highlights Literacy Bill Ahead of Conference Committee Negotiations
Senator Sal DiDomenico spoke at the Educators for Excellence panel discussion, which was centered around his early literacy bill that has been passed through the Senate and House. DiDomenico highlighted the urgent need to get his bill signed into law,…
Do you know a Community Hero?
Nominate someone who’s making a difference Every day in our community, people are making a difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. These folks deserve recognition, and you can help them receive it. Mystic Valley Elder…
Mobile Training Center Brings on-site Training to MSO Corrections Officers
Special to the Independent While the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) Mobile Training Center (MTC) spends most of the year traveling throughout Middlesex County – and beyond – to provide free training to police departments, it began 2026 at the Middlesex…
Massachusetts House Passes Bills Regulating AI Use in Elections
Special to the Independent The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed bills regulating the use of artificial intelligence in political advertisements. The bills would require the disclosure of AI use in political advertisements and would ban deceptive communications about a candidate…
City Hosts Monthly Veterans Luncheon at Connolly Center
Special to the Independent The City of Everett’s Veterans Services Department recently hosted its monthly Veterans Luncheon at the Edward G. Connolly Center, bringing together local veterans for fellowship, a shared meal and information about available services. Attendees enjoyed a…