Special to the Independent The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed the BRIGHT Act, authorizing approximately $3.65 billion in capital investment to modernize Massachusetts’ public colleges and universities and support the state’s academic, research, workforce and climate goals. Originally filed by…
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MBTA Announces December Service Changes
Special to the Independent The MBTA has announced service changes in December on the Orange and Green lines. Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage, in-station public announcements, and at mbta.com/PlannedWork. Transit Ambassadors and MBTA staff…
Thanksgiving is Leading Day of the Year for Home Cooking Fires
Special to the Record An estimated 1,446 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments on Thanksgiving Day in 2023, reflecting a 388 percent increase over the daily average, according to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®). Christmas Day…
Everett Officials Celebrate Grand Opening of Re:Bar on Norman Street
Special to the Independent The City of Everett congratulated Re:Bar on the grand opening of its new location at 73 Norman Street. This latest addition to Everett’s business community is created by the team behind Park-9 Dog Bar – Tess…
MBTA Winter 2026 Service Updates Announced
Special to the Independent The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) have announced its service updates which go into effect on Sunday, December 14. Among these updates, 21 bus routes in total will increase frequency with 10 of those being upgraded…
DiDomenico Participates in Clean up Everett Event in Glendale Park Area
State Sen. Sal DiDomenico joined members of the Clean Up Everett group Sunday to help spruce upGlendale Park and the surrounding neighborhood.
Smith has the Votes to be the Everett City Council President
By Cary Shuman Stephanie Smith, who topped the ticket in potent fashion in the councilor-at-large race on Nov. 4, reportedly has the votes to become the new City Council president in January. Smith, 41, received 3,210 votes to finish first…
Van Campen Announces Transition Team; Connolly to Serve as Chair
Special to the Independent Mayor-elect Robert Van Campen has announced the formation of the Van Campen Mayoral Transition Team, a diverse group of civic, business and community leaders who will guide the administration’s strategic planning ahead of the January inauguration.…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Parlin Adult and Teens Parlin Book Group, Parlin Meeting Room, and Zoom. Monday, November 24th at 6pm. Discuss Elizabeth George Speare’s The Witch of Blackbird Pond! 18+. Call Kathleen at (617) 394 2300, or send an email to [email protected], for…
Senator DiDomenico Caps off STEM Week in Everett
During STEM Week, Senator Sal DiDomenico visited classrooms and spoke with students learning about science and labs at the Pioneer Charter School of Science in Everett. STEM Week in Massachusetts is focused on encouraging students of all ages to be…