By Mayor Carlo DeMaria Clean neighborhoods, timely trash pickup, extrodinary snow removal, and addressing basic City needs are signs of a City Hall that cares about its residents. As you drive through the City of Everett, you will see newly…
Guest Op-Ed: It’s Time to Hit the Reset Button
By Fred Capone Our Founding Fathers didn’t intend for elected officials to become career politicians. Public service was to be temporary in nature, with government officials stepping aside after a period of time to allow others the opportunity to render…
Letters to the Editor
I Support Fred Capone To the Editor: I am a supporter of Fred Capone for Mayor, and I will explain to you why, but first let me introduce myself to you. I am a 91 year old widower, proud father to…
EHS Roundup
Another Strong Week for EHS Boys Soccer The Everett High boys soccer team enjoyed another successful week with a win and a tie this past week against GBL opponents Chelsea and Lynn Classical and victory over non-league opponent Lynn Tech.…
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Central Fire Station Dedicated in The Memory of Boardman L. Dennett
On Saturday, October 9, Mayor Carlo DeMaria led other city officials in dedicating the Central Fire Station in memory of Boardman L. Dennett. Boardman L. Dennett was born on January 27, 1844. He was the father of five children and…
Rodriguez Sets the Tone as Everett Rolls to 44-0 Win
We’re not sure if even all-time greats Bobby Leo, Gennaro Leo, Frank Nuzzo Jr., or Frank Nuzzo III ever returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown – and then forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff that instantly led to…
Everett Is Seeing an Explosion Of New Parks, Recreation Areas
By Stephen Quigley The explosive growth over the past decade of new and renovated parks, playgrounds, and recreational areas has been unprecedented in the city’s history. These new and improved facilities have fulfilled a pledge made by Mayor Carlo DeMaria when he…
Ballot Positions Announced for Nov. 2 General Election
Special to the Independent Danielle Pietrantonio, Director of Elections for the City of Everett has announced the ballot positions for the General Election on November 2. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents are urged to…
DeMaria Files Lawsuit for Defamation
Special to the Independent Mayor Carlo DeMaria has filed a defamation lawsuit in Middlesex Superior Court seeking an award of damages for a series of news articles and commentaries that appeared in the Everett Leader Herald in the months leading…
Samantha (DeFlumeri) Hurley Announces Her Candidacy for Ward 3 School Committee
Samantha (DeFlumeri) Hurley announced her candidacy for School Committee of Ward 3. Th following is her statement. Hello Everett. My name is Samantha (DeFlumeri) Hurley and I am running for School Committee in Ward 3. I am a 4th generation…
Meet the Team: Eric Rizza
Eric Rizza is an employee of the Police Department and has worked with the City of Everett for 20 years. What do you do in the City? “I am a Police Officer, K-9 Handler at the Everett Police Department. I’ve…