Van Campen Signs Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen proudly signed a statement of support for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), reaffirming the City of Everett’s commitment to supporting employees who serve in the United States…
Middlesex District Attorney Concludes Officer-involved Shooting iInvestigation
Special to the Independent The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office has concluded the investigation into the non-fatal shooting of Admilson Vizcaino, 33, of Malden. Vizcaino was shot by Everett Police following an alleged carjacking incident that occurred on July 31, 2025.…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Around Everett Books and Brews, Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy).Wednesday, February 25th at 6pm. The Everett Public Libraries is partnering with Night Shift Brewing and The Well Coffee House to discuss good books over good brews with great company!…
DiDomenico Recognizes Trooper Charles for Saving Man’s Life
Last week, Senator Sal DiDomenico recognized Massachusetts State Police Trooper Rassan Charles, an Everett resident, during Senate Formal Session for his extraordinary bravery saving a man’s life on the Tobin Bridge. Trooper Charles responded to what initially appeared to be…
New England Aquarium to Screen New Documentary Exploring Penguin Love and Conservation
Special to the Independent Penguins may be some of nature’s most devoted partners. Many species form lifelong bonds, while others find their mate for a season. Penguins: A Love Story, a new documentary recounting remarkable stories of penguin courtship, connection,…
Zion Church Ministries Holds Black History Month Service
Zion Church Ministries, under the direction of its Senior Pastor Robert G. Brown and Worship Leader, Bishop Reginal E. Shearer, held a Black History Month Service Sunday, Feb. 15 at the church on Broadway, Everett. The festive, informative, and joyous…
Van Campen Announces Information Session for Free Senior Meter Stickers
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will host an information session to help residents age 65 and older apply for the Senior Meter Sticker Program on Wednesday, Feb.…
Everett Democrats to Hold Caucus on Saturday, February 28
Special to the Independent The Everett Democratic City Committee is pleased to announce that they will hold its Annual Caucus on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Connolly Center, 90 Chelsea St in Everett. Registration will open…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Invests Nearly $330,000 in State Cybersecurity
Special to the Independent The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that approximately $329,584 in federal funds will support cybersecurity incident response planning and exercises across state agencies. Eleven state agencies were awarded grants through the Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Tabletop Exercise…
DiDomenico and Colleagues Act to Strengthen Consumer Protections
Special to the Independent Last week, Senator DiDomenico and his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate took action to give everyone a fair shot at access to housing and expanding the state’s car buyer protection law for people who buy new…
Social Media Must be off-limits for Children
After about 20 years of social media platforms operating without any legal or moral constraints, the evidence is overwhelmingly clear that social media is toxic for our children. Much like the tobacco companies 75 years ago (Big Tobacco was fully…