For the last few weeks, there has been a series of articles introducing the various personnel and departments at City Hall. No doubt most residents may think that there is very little that they need to do at City Hall.…
Category: Editorials
August is Here
Yes, the days have become noticeably shorter and there has been a chill in the air at night. And when the calendar turns to August, as it has, it’s sort of a signal that the new school year is not…
Making Everett Shine
In today’s newspaper are stories about how the new beautification projects outside of City Hall on Church Street as well as in Everett Square and Norwood Street are close to being accomplished. These projects look great and to the potential…
Menino’s Threat on Wynn’s Casino
Boston Mayor Thomas Menino’s threat to scuttle the Wynn casino development (since it is being built on a sliver of Boston land) is reason for concern. Menino is a politician from the old school who knows how to get what…
Thank You, Secretary Bialecki
Secretary of Housing and Economic Greg Bialecki visited Everett Tuesday as part of a tour that his office said “focuses on the interesting businesses, community hubs, new market-rate housing, and public transportation options that make this city an ideal location…
A Joint Victory
The decision by Global Petroleum officials to withdraw their application to bring Ethanol trains to its Revere/East Boston terminal on tracks running through the communities of Chelsea and Everett certainly comes as good news especially to residents who live near…
Enjoy a Safe and Sane Fourth
Have fun on the holiday, but do it safely for yourself and your loved ones Back at the turn of the 20th century, editorial writers would implore their readers to make the Fourth of July “safe and sane.” Americans, especially…
An Overwhelming Victory
Last Saturday’s overwhelming approval of the casino question for Everett can leave little doubt that residents support the project. While the local voter approval was never in doubt, the margin of victory came as a surprise to some longtime observers. …
Voters to Decide Casino Proposal on Saturday
This Saturday, Everett voters will be going to the polls to decide on the Wynn Resort proposal. To say that this is just another vote dismisses the importance of the final outcome after the ballots have been counted. If approved…
Congratulations, Graduates: The Everett High Class of 2013 Has Left Its Mark
A high school graduation is a bittersweet time both for the graduates and their family members. Although it is the most joyous and significant event thus far for the grads in their young lives, it also signifies the end of a period during…