The issue of overcrowding at all the city’s public schools once again had School Committee members looking for more information at Monday’s night meeting of the Everett School Committee. “Class size is closer to 32-35 students per classroom, as opposed…
Council Postpones Vote on $11.4 Million Appropriation for Roof Repairs at Former EHS
The City Council decided to postpone a vote on borrowing $11.4 million for improvements and repairs to the roof at the former Everett High School building, located at 548 Broadway, until its April 8 meeting. Ward 3 Councilor Anthony DiPierro,…
DiDomenico and Colleagues Pass Bill To Transform Early Education and Care
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to unanimously pass legislation to make early education and care more accessible and affordable for families across Massachusetts. DiDomenico has championed significant investments in early education…
EBNHC Appoints Gioioso as Vice President of Campus Operations
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC), soon to be NeighborHealth, announced the appointment of John Gioioso, CFM, MCR as Vice President of Campus Operations. Bringing with him over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and financial asset management sectors, Gioioso…
March Is the Cruelest Month
Spring officially arrived this week, with March 19 marking the vernal equinox. According to meteorologists, “meteorological spring’ began even sooner on March 1. The poet Emily Dickinson extolled the arrival of March (“Dear March—Come in— How glad I am—”). But…
It’s a Sad, Sad, Sad, Sad World
It is fair to say that for everyone reading this editorial, the world is in a greater state of chaos than at any time in our lives. Although the decades in the aftermath of World War II brought us the…
Sports Roundup
Five EHS Tracksters Named GBL All-Stars A total of five members of the Everett High boys and girls indoor track and field teams have been selected as Greater Boston League (GBL) all-stars The three boys named to the squad are:…
Obituaries 03-20-2024
Samuel Ratta Retired Everett Chief Procurement Officer Samuel R. Ratta of Everett entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 14 in the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was 93 years old. Born in East Boston, Sam lived in Everett for most of…
City of Everett Opens Journey of Champions Exhibit at Parlin Library
The City of Everett was recently joined by elected officials and members of the community to unveil the Journey of Champions exhibit in celebration of Black History Month at the Parlin Library. The exhibit, curated by the City of Everett’s…
Garcia Garners Support for Health Equity Bill
Special to the Independent State Representative Judith Garcia of Chelsea delivered a compelling address in support of her bill “An Act to Advance Health Equity” at the legislative briefing.. In front of a crowded room, Rep. Garcia spoke about the…
DiDomenico Hosts Briefing With Students To Advocate for Safe and Supportive Schools
Special to the Independent Last week, Senator Sal DiDomenico hosted a briefing for students from across the state and welcomed them to the State House to discuss the importance of Safe and Supportive Schools. At the briefing, middle and high…
Everett First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program Established
Everett Affordable Housing Coordinator Zerina Gace presented the specifics of the Everett First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program at Monday night’s City Council meeting. Following her informative remarks, the Council unanimously approved to accept and expend a state grant of…