The House of Representatives has voted favorably to send out of the commerce committee a casino gambling bill put together by House Speaker Robert DeLeo. It is a solid bill which, if enacted and all its particulars successfully implemented, will…
Obituaries 04-07-2010
Joan DeBenedetto Vermont resident Joan M. DeBenedetto of Morrisville, VT, died March 29 at Copley Hospital in Morrisville. She was 66 years old. Born in Malden on April 26, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Hilda…
Senate race grows intense; less than 2 weeks remaining
With the Tuesday April 13 special senate election looming, Everett City Councilor Sal DiDomenico and Cambridge Attorney Tim Flaherty are locked in a heated race where both candidates are tending to throw all their resources into a final battle ending…
Softball team opens spring season Monday
“Rain, rain, go away,” no doubt is the mantra for the Everett High softball team, under the direction of veteran head coach Stacy Poste, as they prepare to open the 2010 EHS spring athletic season this Monday, April 5, at…
Vicious dogs should be banned
The Board of Aldermen has put more teeth into an ordinance governing vicious dogs in this city. The ordinance does not go far enough in our opinion. Pit bulls should be banned from public parks and spaces – and in…
Obituaries 03-31-2010
Carl Sorice Wakefield resident Carl Sorice of Wakefield, formerly of Melrose, died on March 27. A US Navy veteran of World War II, he was the beloved husband of the late Marie (St. George); father of Karen Gallo and her…
Arrest Report 03-31-2010
Monday, March 22 Craig Mitchell, 34, Commorant St., was arrested for resisting arrest. Wednesday, March 24 Donald Williams, 45, 7 Karen Cr., Billerica, was arrested for operating motor vehicle with suspended license, failure to stop, operating unregistered motor vehicle. Thursday,…
Second debate pumps campaign
The second debate between candidates running to fill the empty seat left by Senator Anthony Galluccio’s resignation was held in Cambridge at the Senior Center last week. Like the forum held in Chelsea two weeks ago, it was well attended…
Whittier School Literacy Night
By Amy Whynott Morrill For Dr. Seuss’ Birthday on Tuesday, March 2, the Whittier School celebrated by bringing together members of the community, students and parents. Everyone joined together to share dinner, to listen to students recite poetry, and to…
Health care for all; but at what cost?
The Democrats celebrated a triumph when the health care reform bill passed Sunday. It was a victory for the 30 million or so Americans who cannot afford to have health insurance. It was also a victory for those who have…
Arrest Report 03-24-2010
Monday, March 15 Fabio Oliveira, 28, 9 Calhoun Ave., Everett, was arrested for domestic assault and battery. Tuesday, March 16 William Mendez, 23, 84 Marlboro St., Chelsea, was arrested for operation of motor vehicle unlicensed, failure to wear seat belt.…
Obituaries 03-23-2010
Albert Pantano 36 year Bartender at Jevelli’s in East Boston Albert W. Pantano of Everett, formerly of Revere and Somerville, died on March 20. He was 81 years old. A US Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, he was a…