Anita Chan-Bovio Founder and face of Everett’s Tasty Garden Restaurant for nearly 30 years Anita Chan-Bovio passed away on Jan. 27 surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her loving husband, Peter Bovio; her mother Lai Cheung Chan;…
Month: February 2019
Woman alleges sexual harassment in job interview
One woman has alleged a detailed a story of sexual harassment by former Supt. Fred Foresteire during what was supposed to be a job interview in 2013, disclosing her alleged story to School Committee members in a pointed e-mail to…
Looking for Answers – Wellness Center director resigns amidst questions about her qualifications
Wellness Center Director Karen Avila has resigned from her position as of Tuesday afternoon amidst continuing questions about her stated qualifications – among them earning a master’s degree from Tufts University in nutrition. City officials confirmed late on Tuesday afternoon…
Buddy Bench Earns Bronze
Evelyn Gayhart has earned her Bronze Award, the highest award a Girl Scout can earn at her age. Her project required 25 hours of peer education and fundraising to create a sustainable result. She created an inclusion presentation, visited classrooms…
Rep. McGonagle Announces Sponsored Bills Filed in the 191st General Court
Rep. Joe McGonagle this week announced the filing of seven new bills he has sponsored for the 191st General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Among some of the new bills are HD. 2907, An Act relative to seat belts…
Text 9-1-1 Service now Available in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts State 9-1-1 Department is pleased to announce that Text to 911is now available throughout the Commonwealth. All Massachusetts 9-1-1 call centers now have ability to receive a text message through their 9-1-1 system. The Baker-Polito Administration has supported…
Nina Pesce Brooks Celebrates 90th Birthday with Family and Friends
Life-long Everett resident Nina Pesce Brooks recently celebrated her 90th birthday. More than 150 family members and friends were on hand for the momentous event held at Rosario’s restaurant in Saugus. The beloved matriarch of the Pesce family was overjoyed…
2019 Residential Parking Stickers Are Now Available
Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the Office of the Parking Clerk would like to notify residents to obtain their residential parking stickers. Vehicle owners must visit the website everettparking.cityhallsystems.com/ and submit an online application in order to receive their stickers. Please…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
American International College Announces Fall 2018 Dean’s List Students American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA has named 470 students to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List. Dean’s List students are full time students who have achieved a 3.3 to a…
Take the Plunge on March 10 at the Harpoon Shamrock Splash
Join Save the Harbor/Save the Bay on Sunday, March 10, for the Harpoon Shamrock Splash plunge and pledge fundraiser and beach party at the BCYF Curley Community Center at M Street Beach in South Boston. Brave participants will splash into…