The Baker-Polito Administration announced the launch of a new $75 million grant program to support Massachusetts small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The new program is part of the plan to spend $4 billion in American Rescue Plan funding that…
A Tragic and Dangerous Time
As we are writing this, the incredibly brave people and government leaders of Ukraine still are holding out against the despicable invaders from Russia. It is clear that Vladimir Putin, the criminal Russian dictator, underestimated the resolve of the Ukrainian…
“Climate Change Is Harming the Planet Faster Than We Can Adapt, U.N. Warns”
That was the headline in the New York Times this past Monday in its story on the report released by the United Nations regarding the ever-increasing damage that man-made pollution is causing to the environment. The bottom line of the…
Guest Op-Ed: How Much is Freedom Worth?
Dr. Glenn Mollette In America we pursue the occupation of our choice. That doesn’t mean we always like our jobs but we can choose to pursue another career or several different careers. We can choose our state, community and house.…
Obituaries 03-02-2022
Robert Colameta Former Everett Building Inspector Robert J. Colameta of Everett entered into eternal rest Saturday, February 26 at home surrounded by his loving and caring family. He was 90 years old. Born in Everett, Bob was a lifelong resident.…
Semi-Final Win
Pulling Papers
Everett’s Kabamba Wins Lowell Golden Gloves Tournament Title
Everett’s Gilbert Kabamba has captured the first title of his young boxing career. Kabamba, a 6-foot-3-inch, 250-pound heavyweight, won the Lowell Golden Gloves Massachusetts title and now begins his quest for the New England Golden Gloves championship. Kabamba, 20, had…
New Ordinance for Mayor’s Longevity Pay Enrolled by Council
At a special meeting of the City Council held this past Thursday, the council took the step of enrolling a new ordinance that will clarify the issue of longevity pay for the office of mayor. The council voted 6-5 in…
Wynn to Sell Encore Building, Will Continue to Operate Casino McGonagle, House Pass Legislation
Special to the Independent Wynn Resorts has announced that it will be selling its Encore casino property in Everett to Realty Income Corporation, an international real estate investment trust, for $1.7 billion. According to a story in the Boston Globe,…
McGonagle, House Pass Legislation
Special to the Independent In an effort to ensure greater accountability on behalf of our veterans and their families, Rep. Joe McGonagle and the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed legislation today that makes key reforms to the governance structure of…
Former EHS Star Anthony Norcia Continues His College Football Journey
Anthony Norcia is arguably one of the greatest receivers and kick returners in Everett High School football history. He excelled on one of Everett’s greatest football teams, the 2017 edition that took home the Division 1 state title in John…