This past weekend’s tragic shooting in Australia at a Hanukkah festival once again has demonstrated to the world the pernicious and evil effects of anit-semitism, which is the world’s oldest form of prejudice. Anti-semitism may have reached its peak with…
Month: December 2025
A Long, Hard Winter Lies Ahead
We didn’t need a weatherman to tell us that the first part of December has been unusually cold. So it was not at all surprising when we recently read that this has been the coldest start to December in our…
There’s Still Time to Help those in Need
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just a week away. We realize that the compressed holiday shopping season has put even more pressure than usual on all of us, but we hope that all of our readers can find…
EHS Roundup
EHS boys basketball to host Lynn Classical Tuesday at 3:00 The Everett High boys basketball team will be hosting Lynn Classical, always one of the top teams in the Greater Boston League (GBL), in a key early-season matchup next Tuesday…
Obituaries 12-17-2025
Ernest Barbati A true and beloved family man Ernest J. Barbati of Everett entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at home surrounded by his caring and loving family. He was 95 years old. Born and raised in…
City of Everett Lights Christmas Tree in Celebration of the Holiday Season
The City of Everett hosted the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event on Friday, Dec. 5 at Everett Square in celebration of the holiday season
DeMaria Thanks Resident for generous hand-Crafted Donation to the City
Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to recognize Everett resident Gerald Frew for his generous donation of a specially crafted plaque to the City of Everett.
Resident Parking Sticker Program begins Jan. 2 with new changes
Special to the Independent The Office of the Parking Clerk is pleased to announce the official start of the 2026 Resident Parking Sticker Program. Beginning Friday, January 2, vehicle owners must submit an application to obtain their 2026 resident parking…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Around Everett Books and Brews, Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy). Wednesday, December 17th 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…
City Councilor Holly Garcia 35th Birthday Celebration at Village Bar and Grille
Family, friends and colleagues joined Everett City Councilor Holly Garcia at her 35th Birthday Celebration Dec. 7 at the Village Bar and Grille. The guests enjoyed a buffet style meal and desserts, including pieces of the birthday cake that was…