We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. When the members of the…
Enjoy a Safe & Sane 4th of July Weekend
When Americans celebrated the Fourth of July at the turn of the 20th century, they did so in such rowdy fashion that vandalism and destruction of both public and private property were commonplace. This rampant hooliganism was suppressed only when…
Everett hosts its annual Juneteenth celebration
On June 19, 2026, residents, community leaders, elected officials, and visitors gathered at Baldwin Park for the City of Everett’s annual Juneteenth Celebration, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and honoring the history, resilience, and contributions of…
Everett Public Schools concludes Strategic Planning process
The Everett Public Schools (EPS) held its sixth and final Strategic Planning meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026, as the district moves closer to formalizing the document that will establish its priorities and create its vision for the next three…
The gay rights movement began 57 years ago this week
Although Gay Pride Month is observed for the entire month of June, we wish to make note of the specific date and events during the nighttime hours on June 27-28, 1969, when a series of riots and demonstrations against a…
$800,000 Cummings Grant to fuel
As hunger reaches new heights across Massachusetts, Project Bread has secured a major investment to connect households with food. The leading statewide food security organization has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive funding through Cummings Foundation’s annual…
NeighborHealth holds Art of Health Care event
NeighborHealth held its 2026 Art of Health Care event last week. The generosity of area residents and businesses helped make the evening a meaningful celebration of health, healing, and community. President & CEO of NeighborHealth, Jamie Hazard, found the evening…
Summer Eats returns to feed kids and teens across Massachusetts this summer
Summer Eats, the Massachusetts Summer Food Service Program, is kicking off across the Commonwealth this summer, providing free meals to all kids and teens ages 18 and under. In 2025, nearly 3 million meals were served at more than 1,500…
Healey-Driscoll administration launches 2026 Park Passport Challenge
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced the return of its Park Passport Challenge, inviting all residents and visitors to explore the state’s parks, forests, playgrounds, watersheds and more through a free statewide scavenger hunt. Participants can…
Middlesex Sheriff’s Office welcomes 18 new correction officers
18 New correction officers formally joined the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office on Friday, May 22, following the completion of 13 weeks of training. A ceremony honoring the graduates of the 54th Basic Training Academy (BTA) was held at historic Winchester Town…
William Thomas “Bill” McGee
Retired Everett Police Sergeant whose legacy will not be forgotten William Thomas “Bill” McGee, a lifelong resident of Everett, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, at the age of 87, surrounded by the love of his family. Bill proudly…
Mass Legislature passes DiDomenico’s bill strengthening early literacy instruction
The Massachusetts Legislature passed Senator Sal N. DiDomenico’s landmark literacy legislation that will transform how the Commonwealth teaches children to read to ensure every student learns this essential skill. As co-chair of the conference committee reconciling the differences between the…