Around Everett Books and Brews, Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy). Wednesday, October 29th 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…
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11th Annual J. Barry Dwyer 5K Turkey Trot is Set for Chelsea Stadium Nov. 22
The 11th annual J. Barry Dwyer Turkey Trot is set for Saturday, November 22, at 10 AM at Chelsea Stadium. The trot promises to be a fun event for persons of all ages and abilities, featuring a 5K road race,…
MBTA Hosts ‘Fall Rail Ride’ on October 25
The MBTA announced its first “Fall Rail Ride” on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Departing from North Station and Porter, this scenic “leaf peeping” special train will connect riders with guided autumnal bicycle tours in West Concord on the Bruce Freeman…
EHS Roundup
Boys soccer needs two wins to qualify for state tourney spot The Everett High boys soccer team split its two contests this past week. Last Tuesday evening the Crimson Tide hosted Lynn English at Rivergreen Park in a contest that…
Street Takeover Law Needed Immediately
The repeated and gross lawlessness by roving gangs of youths who engage in the practice known as a “street takeover” reached its apex two weeks ago in Boston’s South End, culminating in the torching of a Boston Police cruiser by…
Guest Op-Ed: A Better Politics for Everett
By Mayor Carlo DeMaria Public service is a good thing. Anyone willing to run for office or serve their community deserves respect. While service is honorable, politics doesn’t always reflect that ideal. Throughout my time as Mayor, I’ve worked to…
Happy Diwali
We’d like to offer a “Happy Diwali” to our friends and neighbors who have been celebrating that holiday this past week. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is observed (with slight differences) by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some…
Mayor DeMaria Releases Statement on Situation involving 13-Year-old Boy Arrested by ICE Agents
Staff Report The community is continuing to react to last Thursday’s arrest of a 13-year-old boy by Immigration and Customs (ICE) agents in Everett. Following his arrest, the boy was taken to the ICE facility in Burlington and then transferred…
Italian American Sports Hall of Fame Honors Head Football Coach John DiBiaso
By Cary Shuman The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame presented its first Tony “The Champ” DeMarco Spirit and Achievement Award to Catholic Memorial head football coach John DiBiaso of Everett at its Induction Banquet…
Holly Garcia Announces her Candidacy for City Council Ward 4
Holly Garcia has announced her candidacy for Everett City Council Ward 4. The following is her statement: “Hello Everett! My name is Holly Garcia and I’m proud to have served my first team as your Ward 4 Councilor. Thank you…