“Over the last few weeks, Massachusetts has seen several water-related tragedies and individuals running into trouble in the water. “As the summer nears, the physicians of the Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) strongly advise everyone to use caution and vigilance to…
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File of Life Document Considered a Lifesaver for Older Adults
Recently, a resident of a senior housing apartment building was having a health emergency. And when such emergencies happen, the primary information first responders ask for are medications and the individual’s medical history. However, in this case, it got complicated…
DeMaria Attends Event To Support FORWARD Bill
Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently showed his support at an event for the new FORWARD bill that Governor Charlie Baker filed that will impact Everett residents. The FORWARD bill will make $3.5 billion in investments in all cities and towns across…
DeMaria Officially Opens New Fitness Court
Mayor Carlo DeMaria was joined by representatives of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) to cut the ribbon at the new outdoor fitness gym at Glendale Park. The new fitness court was constructed due to a collaboration between the…
Shute Memorial Library Hosts GCTSA Training Session
The Shute Memorial Library recently hosted the first training session for Growing Community Through Story and Art (GCTSA). A collaborative effort between Art Lab Everett, Everett Community Growers, Katy Rogers Art and the Everett Cultural Council, the project will be part…
Office of Economic Empowerment Receives Jane Doe Inc.’s 2022 Justice in Action Award
The State Treasurer’s Office of Economic Empowerment (OEE) has received Jane Doe Inc.’s 2022 Justice in Action Award. Each year, Jane Doe Inc. (JDI) awards people and organizations in Massachusetts working to prevent and end sexual and domestic violence. OEE…
The Everett Fireman’s Relief Association and the Everett Fire Department Memorial Sunday Program
The Everett Fireman’s Relief Association and the Everett Fire Department held their annual Memorial Sunday Ceremony June 12. The impressive program was conducted at the Firefighters Memorial Stone adjacent to the Ferry Street Fire Station . The deceased members of…
Congratulations, Officer Nally
Council Names Costa Ward 3 Councilor
Darren Costa was named the new City Councilor representing Ward 3 following a vote at Monday night’s council meeting. After the vote, Costa was sworn in by City Clerk Sergio Cornelio and congratulated by his fellow councilors. Costa thanked the…
Everett To Host Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Saturdays
Special to the Independent The City of Everett will host free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Saturday in June at the former Pope John XXIII High School. As part of a special promotion, everyone who gets their first vaccine dose at…