Concluding an amazing year of professional and personal achievement in which she was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and re-elected as Everett’s Ward 4 city councilor, Holly Garcia was selected America’s Civic Miss in a national pageant. In addition to…
DiDomenico passes bill to boost campaign finance transparency for statewide ballot questions
Special to the Independent The Massachusetts Senate passed bipartisan legislation filed by Senator Sal DiDomenico to require ballot campaigns to provide monthly reports to the public on who is funding their campaigns and how the money is being used. The…
Pioneer Charter School boys basketball soars to the top of the state rankings
Mike D’Itria arrived at the Pioneer Charter School of Science (Everett) in 2023 with impressive credentials in high school boys basketball. He had been a highly acclaimed assistant coach in the St. Mary’s High School (Lynn) program that produced league…
Let’s go Patriots!
For those of us who are longtime fans of the New England Patriots, it seems like it was only yesterday that the Pats of Brady and Belichick were the dominant team in the NFL. We were around in the early…
Van Campen announces February Council on Aging programs and events
Special to the Independent Mayor Robert J. Van Campen is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) has planned events and programs that are intended for adults aged 60 and above. The following is a…
East Boston Central Catholic School celebrates Catholic Schools Week
EBCCS will celebrate Catholic Schools Week with a focus on our faith, our students, our families, and our staff. Throughout the week, parents will be invited into their child’s classroom to take part in a variety of activities, such as…
Local Catholic Schools offer well-rounded education beyond traditional academics
For parents seeking a well-rounded education, which along with a traditional academic curriculum, also emphasizes good citizenship and religious faith, the Greater Boston area offers a number of top-notch Catholic Schools. Located at 20 Winthrop St. in Charlestown, Good Shepherd…
The last classy guy in Everett
By Scott Michael Harney My father, Donald Michael Harney, passed away on January 8, at the Mass General. He was 94 and, up until the end, he was living life to the fullest. The Sunday before, he and my brother…
Obituaries 1-21-26
Robert Edward GaynorSantander Bank retiree whose life was defined by strength, recovery and service to others Robert Edward Gaynor, 81, was born and raised in Everett, the beloved son of John and Bernadette Gaynor. He was one of five brothers…
North Atlantic right whales return to southern New England waters
North Atlantic right whales have returned to the waters south of Massachusetts, prompting federal authorities to designate a voluntary slow zone. Scientists from the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life were flying an aerial survey on Jan.…
EHS Roundup 1-21-26
Crimson Tide boys win three more, now 6-5; in 3rd place in GBL The Everett High boys basketball team turned in complete performances at both ends of the floor to roll to a pair of victories over Greater Boston League…
DiDomenico Spent 2025 Bringing Funding and legislative Wins Home to his District
Special to the Independent Senator Sal DiDomenico worked tirelessly throughout 2025 to deliver millions of dollars to his district, secure legislative victories that will protect residents’ rights and freedoms, and meet with countless constituents, advocates, and colleagues throughout the communities…