Special to the Independent Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to the community we love at a community cleanup event on Saturday, April 25. Clean Up Everett is excited to partner with the City of Everett and the Mystic River…
E Club of Everett Dinner to be held May 21 at Spinelli’s
By Cary Shuman The ‘E’ Club, the city’s premier organization supporting Everett High School student-athletes, will hold its 54th Annual Scholarship and Awards Dinner on Thursday, May 21 at Spinelli’s in Lynnfield. The social hour will begin at 6 p.m.,…
Everett Public Schools Community Survey
Special to the Independent As recently announced, the Everett Public Schools is launching a collaborative strategic planning process to identify priorities for the district’s future. This effort aligns with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Planning for Success…
Final Tank Demolition Marks Major Milestone in Transformational Everett Development
Special to the Independent The last remaining oil storage tank at the former ExxonMobil tank farm site in Everett, owned by The Davis Companies (Davis) and Global Partners LP (Global), has been successfully demolished, marking a major milestone in the…
Upcoming Events at Everett Public Libraries
Check out seeds from the library! The Seed Library is back at the Everett Public Libraries, just in time for spring. You can check out up to 5 seed packets per family from either the Shute or Parlin Libraries. Only…
Everett Community Growers takes Steps to Fight Hunger at Project Bread’s 58th Walk for Hunger
Special to the Independent On May 3, Everett Community Growers will step up for Project Bread’s 58th Walk for Hunger. For the second consecutive year, the Everett-based nonprofit will raise funds to support statewide food security through Project Bread’s Commonwealth…
City Council Honors Sam Amado on Weigh Better U’s Fifth Anniversary
By Cary Shuman The City Council honored Sam Amado, owner of Weigh Better U Fitness Studio, in recognition of the fifth anniversary of his business which is in Everett. “Tonight, Councilor [Holly] Garcia, myself, and the entire Council are very…
Lyft and Uber Launch New Shuttle Model at Boston Logan
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), in partnerships with Lyft and Uber, is launching new scheduled urban shuttle services at Boston Logan International Airport, offering travelers a more affordable, predictable, and efficient way to get to and from the airport. These…
State Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian Visits Northeast Metro Tech
Supt. David DiBarri and Northeast Metro Tech were pleased to welcome State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian, who toured the school and observed the construction progress of the new school building. Rep. Lipper-Garabedian visited the new building on March 26 and was…
Massachusetts Department of Transportation Reminds Residents to Beware of Fraudulent Text Messages
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is reminding residents to beware of fraudulent text messages which ask for payment for tolls or violations by using a link sent to a person’s cell phone. MassDOT divisions will never ask for payment…
Lawmakers Urge Support for Older Adults at Mystic Valley Elder Services
Special to the Independent Mystic Valley Elder Services (Mystic Valley) convened state legislators and community leaders on March 31 for a powerful Legislative Breakfast highlighting the importance of programs for older adults and people with disabilities. CEO Lisa Gurgone underscored…
McGonagle, Massachusetts House Pass Bill Authorizing Chapter 90 Funding
Special to the Independent Rep. Joe McGonagle, along with his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, passed a bill that authorizes $4.58 billion in bonding for an expanded Chapter 90 Program and transportation programs to address regional needs, as…