Special to the Independent Five students benefited from the full force of Members Plus Credit Union’s commitment to Everett High School when they were invited to participate in a high-visibility internship program with banking and marketing professionals. EHS students and…
Pietrantonio Predicts 40 Percent Turnout for Tuesday’s Election
Director of Elections Danielle Pietrantonio is predicting a 40 percent turnout for the State Primary Election on Tuesday, Sept 6. “I think we’ll have approximately 7,500 to 8,000 voters,” Pietrantonio said Tuesday. “We’ve gotten a little over 2,000 people who…
See You in September: Council Will Address Five Resolutions by Smith
When the City Council reconvenes in September, there will be some leftover items that the councillors will need to address. “We been trying to work on these issues since June,” Councilor Stephanie Smith said of five resolutions she has filed,…
Enjoy a Great – and Safe – Labor Day Weekend
With the weatherman predicting a superb Labor Day weekend, we hope that all of our readers will have a chance to make the most of the final weekend of the summer season. The Summer of ‘22 overall has been a…
School’s Back – Drive With Caution
With schools back in session this week after the summer vacation, morning rush-hour commuters need to readjust our driving habits to ensure that we take into account the thousands of children who will be filling our streets during our morning…
New Season, New Coach for Everett High Girls Soccer
The Everett High girls soccer team will be sporting a new look this fall under the direction of new head coach Domenick Persuitte. “It has always been a dream of mine to be a head coach of a high school…
Fall Sports Swing Into High Gear
The 2022 fall athletic season is set to swing into gear this coming week for Everett High sports teams. The Crimson Tide once again will be competing in the eight-school Greater Boston League with fellow members Chelsea, Revere, Malden, Medford,…
Stop & Shop Store in Everett Closes After 21 Years in Business
The Stop & Shop supermarket in Everett has closed its doors after 21 years at the busy Revere Beach Parkway location. “It’s a sad day,” said Store Manager Glen Sanford last Thursday, Aug. 14, the final day of operations. “We…
Students Heading Back to School On August 31
Special to the Independent The Everett Public Schools will open its doors to students for the first day of 2022-2023 on Wednesday, August 31, as administrators and educators look forward to an academic calendar free from the restrictions, apprehension, and…
Amazon Warehouse Slated To Be Closed
Five Amazon delivery stations in Massachusetts, including one located in Everett, will be closing, according to Amazon spokesperson Caitlin McLaughlin. Last week, McLaughlin made the announcement that the Everett location, as well other sites in Dedham, Mansfield, Milford, and Randolph,…
DiDomenico, Colleagues Celebrate Signing of Mental Health Reform
Special to the Independent On August 10, Governor Charlie Baker signed the Mental Health ABC Act: Addressing Barriers to Care, comprehensive legislation championed by Senator DiDomenico and his legislative colleagues which will continue the process of reforming the way mental…
News in Brief
DeMaria Announces Brazil Flag Raising and Bicentennial Celebration Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett – In collaboration with City Councilor Stephanie Martins, the Brazilian Women’s Group and the Brazilian Consulate – are pleased to announce the Brazil Flag…