Acton police logs: Oct. 22 edition Oct 28, 2009
1:19 p.m. A Paul Revere Road resident came to the station to report a threatening letter. 1:47 p.m. Medical emergency on Harris Street. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Melrose School Committees role, philosophy discussed at debate Oct 28, 2009
The debate was held at the Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School auditorium, and was hosted by organizers of two local online Web sites Melrose Cares, hosted by Melrose resident Patricia Wright, and North Shore Tab, a site written and hosted by Revere resident Richard Ireton, who also hosts an online bulletin board at melrosemessages ... Three of the six School Committee candidates seeking seats in next month s biennial city election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, declined to participate in the debate... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Letter: Keep Town Meeting in the town of Saugus Oct 24, 2009
Thank you, Charter Commission members, for a job well done, but I want Saugus to remain a town like Lynnfield, Swampscott, Marblehead, Wakefield, Topsfield, Boxford, Lexington and Concord, and I do not want Saugus to become a city like Lynn, Lawrence, Lowell, Malden, Revere or Chelsea. John J. Vasopolli. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Local legislator takes on casino issue at debate Oct 24, 2009
Kathi-Anne Reinstein, D-Revere, and Sen ... She said Revere and Chelsea two communities within her district are already ground zero for predatory lending practices and it is unfair to pin evil practices on gambling when similar customs already exist in the state ... We are talking about millions of dollars for Medford, Somerville, Revere and other local communities. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Meeting on future of Lower Mystic River corridor Oct 23, 2009
Join the Metropolitan Area Planning Council for a special forum on the future of the Lower Mystic River corridor, which includes Malden, Boston, Chelsea, Everett, Medford, Revere and Somerville. The Building a Brighter Future for the Lower Mystic River forum will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 7-9 p.m., at Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue. (Malden Observer, MA)
Camille Paglia Oct 23, 2009
American citizens are under no duty whatever to sit in reverent silence to be fed propaganda and half-truths ... But somehow liberals have drifted into a strange servility toward big government, which they revere as a godlike foster father-mother who can dispense all bounty and magically heal all ills ... She was a classic, wisecracking American dame in that post-flapper period -- a new kind of woman like Jean Harlow and Carole Lombard, sexy and flirtatious, brash and irreverent. (Salon)
Canton fire log: Oct. 13 - 19 Oct 23, 2009
4:20 p.m.- Structure fire investigated on Revere Street. Wednesday, Oct. 14. (Canton Journal, MA)
CASINOS: Sen. Jehlen a nearly silent moderator during gambling debate Oct 22, 2009
She said that Revere and Chelsea (two communities within her district) are already ground zero for predatory lending practices, and that it is unfair to pin evil practices on gambling, when similar practices already exist in the state ... We are talking about millions of dollars for Medford, Somerville, Revere and other local communities ... Reinstein, who represents Revere, Chelsea and Saugus, has stated many times in the past that Massachusetts could see state-wide benefits if gambling was... (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Cambridge Police: Arrests Oct. 12-18 Oct 22, 2009
Oct. 16, 1:46 p.m., Michael Domengan, 35, of 32 Avalon Road, Revere, arrested and charged with shoplifting after he was reportedly captured on video camera shoplifting a pair of sunglasses from a display case at the Sunglass Hut inside the Cambridge Side Galleria Mall. Oct. 16, 5:45 p.m., Rosnil Ortiz, 17, of 50 Walnut Park, Roxbury, arrested at the Galleria Mall after allegedly taking several items from Macy s without paying. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Matching Gifts Oct 21, 2009
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Medford High football coach Rico Dello Iacono challenges his team to return to form Oct 21, 2009
I showed them the Revere film [when] this team was playing together, he added. We scored a touchdown and we had 11 guys running into the end zone shaking each others hands and excited. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Northeast Atllantic Conference rejects GBL merger proposal Oct 20, 2009
Once a nine-team league, the defections of Revere and Peabody to the NEC; and Waltham and Arlington to the Dual County League have reduced the GBL to five teams, which precipitated the desire for a merger. The proposal would have changed the divisional alignments of several sports for the Falcons; several teams would have been relegated to Division 2; most notably baseball and both boys and girls soccer. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Promenade in parts: Boston's Harborwalk Oct 18, 2009
We press on through Charlestown s new Paul Revere Park, pass Tudor Wharf, and file behind naval cadets marching to the Navy Yard past the USS Constitution, part of Boston National Historical Park. We forgo the remaining mile or so through the Navy Yard and catch a boat from Constitution Plaza to Long Wharf, watch-ing the Charlestown shoreline vanish in a shimmering haze. (Boston Globe)
Wilmington bank raises $25,000 for homeless children Oct 18, 2009
8 billion dollar financial institution operating out of its Main Office at One Conant Street in Danvers, along with 15 other locations in Andover, Beverly, Cambridge, Chelsea, Danvers, Malden, Middleton, Peabody, Reading, Revere, two in Salem, Saugus, Wilmington and Woburn. The bank also has a full service Commercial Banking office at One Post Office Square in Boston. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Neil Chin, at 90; cofounded, led Chinatown community organizations Oct 18, 2009
In addition to his wife, his son, his daughter, his brother, Edward, and his sister, Mabel, Mr. Chin leaves another brother, David of Revere; two other sisters, Dorothy Pon of Ann Arbor, Mich. and Holmes Beach, Fla. (Boston Globe)
Several mayors facing tough challenges Oct 18, 2009
Ballot questions are also generating heat in Malden and Revere ... The ballot measure in Revere would require the School Committee to suspend its policy of allowing students to obtain contraceptives from the clinic at the high school with the consent of their parents ... Mayors Richard C. Howard of Malden, Robert J. Dolan of Melrose, and Thomas G. Ambrosino of Revere are in the middle of four-year terms. (Boston Globe)
Budget misery grows for cities and towns Oct 17, 2009
Revere has fired nine police officers and 10 City Hall workers, and it has required those remaining to take a 10 percent pay cut. Gloucester has cut overtime for its Fire Department, closed fire stations, and prodded 21 city employees to retire early. (Boston Globe)
Red Line-Blue Line connector meeting Oct. 26 Oct 17, 2009
The Blue Line runs from Bowdoin Station in downtown Boston to Wonderland Station in Revere, a distance of approximately seven miles. The project will look at options for extending the Blue Line approximately 1,500 feet to make a connection with the Charles/MGH Station on the Red Line. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Medford High football coach Rico DellIacono blasts team after AP loss Oct 17, 2009
After a fantastic start to the season, winning its first two games in over three seasons against Revere (33-0) and Bishop Fenwick (35-14), things appeared to be on the rise at Medford High. But after suffering a self-inflicted 21-0 loss at Newton South (Oct. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Halfway through, Danvers Football Falcons have three wins Oct 17, 2009
Danvers quarterback Greg Ladd sees teammate Eric Burgos downfield, while getting support by John McInnis (47), who was blocking for Ladd, while he sets up for a pass to keep a drive alive against the Revere Patriots earlier this season. Halfway through, Danvers Football Falcons have three wins. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Masons' open-door policy Oct 17, 2009
The Freemasons may be steeped in mystique, with speculation about secret symbols and conspiracy theories, but tomorrow, Washington Lodge will unveil a few of its sacred treasures: a set of original jewels handcrafted by none other than Paul Revere. The Masons of Washington Lodge, as all Masons across New England, are opening their doors to the public tomorrow from 9 to 3, where they will display select items, such as Revere's silver jewels, and answer some questions about their practices ... It... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Developer to present casino site plan to Milford Oct 17, 2009
Suffolk Downs in East Boston and Wonderland Greyhound Park in Revere have been working together to possibly launch a Boston-area casino. Nunes s partner, Warner Gaming of Las Vegas, declined to comment and referred a Globe reporter to Nunes. (Boston Globe)
BREAKING NEWS: Northeastern Conference turns down Greater Boston League expansion bid Oct 16, 2009
Salzer was one of six who actually voted in favor of the proposed expansion, joining Lynn Classical, Lynn English, Marblehead, Peabody and Revere ... We have some past history with Revere and Peabody, we play a lot of these schools now on all [five] GBL schedules non-league, but it s back to the drawing board. (Medford Transcript, MA)
On TV show, old Lexington dog taught new trick Oct 15, 2009
After training sessions didn t exactly go as planned, Toczylowski found himself on Revere Beach on an overcast day with four hours to collect 24 phone numbers. As a final test, Toczylowski tried to get Bruschi up on his hind legs however, it was clear that Bruschi had not yet mastered the trick. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Brandeis agrees to delay sale of artwork Oct 14, 2009
Man guilty of manslaughter in bar fight A Dorchester man was convicted yesterday of voluntary manslaughter in the fatal stabbing of a Revere man at a South Boston bar in 2007. Bernard Piscopo, 30, was charged with second-degree murder in the killing of Adam Rich, 26, at the 6 House on West Broadway on June 17, 2007. (Boston Globe)
Regional Transportation Plan cuts 8 North Shore projects Oct 14, 2009
Mahoney Circle grade separation in Revere ($16 ... Route 1A and Route 16 connections in Revere ($50 million) ... Route 1 and Route 16 interchange in Revere ($5 million). (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Letters to the Magazine Editor Oct 11, 2009
Paul Thomas Sarno / Revere. Another Dimension Charles P. Pierce s column remains my biggest laugh of the week, One Senseless Play (Pierced, September 13) not excepted. (Boston Globe)
Jehlen hosts gambling forum Oct 10, 2009
Kathi-Anne Reinstein, D-Revere, represents Revere, Chelsea and Saugus. She has long been a proponent of expanded gaming, believing that it is an economic growth opportunity not only in her native region, but also throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Northeastern No-No: Masconomet denied admission into NEC; GBL teams... Oct 9, 2009
Revere Principal Dave DeRuosi also cast his vote for the GBL, but against Masconomet. The GBL teams would have been a better fit with the teams we have in here now, said Revere athletic director Keith Correa. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Police sting nets alleged drug traffic on Burrill Street Oct 9, 2009
Ciarcia, 39, is listed as a resident of 95 Gage St., Revere. Loading commenting interface. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
UP FOR AIR: Parting thoughts for a pair of snowbirds Oct 9, 2009
A suggested Haunted Happenings shortcut, if you must go to Beverly: go down the Lynnway, through Revere, zoom through the tunnel, climb on to Route 93, get off at 128, head north and get off at the Beverly-Wenham exit. Probably shorter than the normal Lafayette Street trek. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Canton police log: Sept. 29 - Oct. 4 Oct 8, 2009
10:37 a.m.- Police responded to a report of larceny/forgery/fraud on Revere Court. 2:38 p.m.- Identity fraud on Elizabeth Street. (Canton Journal, MA)
Brown's bill would hike fine for pot in car Oct 7, 2009
"If you live in Malden or Chelsea or Revere and you get caught, $1,000 is a devastating financial burden.". And a chief proponent for decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana said Brown's absence from the bill's hearing showed that the senator understands the risks he now faces in defying the nearly two-thirds of Massachusetts voters who approved Question 2. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
State bolsters teachers union’s objection to Teach for America pact Oct 5, 2009
The group has provided approximately 50 teachers to Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, and Revere. The numbers are expected to increase in those districts in subsequent years, and state education officials are interested in expanding the program to other urban areas that are struggling to recruit qualified teachers. (Boston Globe)
Twitter used to help sell Web company Oct 5, 2009
I d walk out my door right next to the Old North Church and drive to work thinking, I m basically driving the same route where Paul Revere rode his horse. Now, Duplin works at Fidelity Investments, in a building next door to South Station. (Boston Globe)
Medford High football falls to Newton South, 21-0 Oct 4, 2009
The loss snaps Medford's two-game winning streak following a pair of victories over Bishop Fenwick (35-14) and Revere (33-0) to start the season. The Mustangs were unable to cash in on a pair of golden opportunities to do some damage inside the red zone. (Medford Transcript, MA)
LETTER: Irreparable harm would be not holding driver accountable Oct 3, 2009
Having worked in the public-sector clinics in East Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Lynn and Salem as a physician since 1992, I have vast experience with these types of cases and scenarios. Anecdotally, children and adolescents whose parents and family members hold them accountable for their actions tend to have a better prognosis overall compared to those who are not held accountable. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Fedora Flash: Danvers High School boys soccer captain enjoys banner week Oct 2, 2009
It followed a three-goal performance versus Saugus (a 6-0 Danvers win Sept. 23), and another offensive spectacle in the Revere game (a 6-2 Danvers win Sept. 22), when Ciampa paced the offensive attack with three goals and two assists ... This latest scoring frenzy by Ciampa started against Revere. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Fire Deptartment gets radio upgrade Oct 2, 2009
Up until a year ago, Malden wasn t in a hurry to switch over because Medford, Everett, Chelsea and Revere were all on the same system as Malden. However, those communities were upgraded last year. (Malden Observer, MA)
Marblehead boys soccer breaks Swampscott hex Oct 2, 2009
Following the Lynn English game on Sept. 29 after press deadline, the Headers look to continue their winning ways on the road against Lynn Classical Thursday and Revere Monday. Loading commenting interface. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Cataldo celebrates newest building: Local ambulance company announces grand opening of new Malden operations center Oct 2, 2009
Cataldo currently provides 911 emergency services to 11 different communities: Malden, Somerville, Chelsea, Everett, Revere, Lynn, Melrose, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Saugus. Throughout its service area Cataldo maintains over 15 locations, including a base in Malden located at 140 Canal St. However Cataldo is in the process of moving these ambulance crews into the new Eastern Avenue location. (Malden Observer, MA)
Cambridge man held on $50K bail for Revere bank robberies Oct 1, 2009
A Cambridge man who allegedly robbed two Revere banks within days of one another was held on $50,000 cash bail after his arraignment yesterday, Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley said. Mark Amerault, 39, was charged in Chelsea District Court with the armed robberies last week of Citizens Bank locations inside Revere supermarkets ... Revere Police, working with federal agents and other local law enforcement agencies, spoke with witnesses to both robberies and presented them with... (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Cops catch construction crooks in Somerville Oct 1, 2009
Thomas Burke, 47, of Revere, and Frederick Iovanna, 26, of 34 Bay State Ave., allegedly drove into the Gioso Construction Company yard at 2:17 a.m. and loaded their pick-up truck with stolen metals. Iovanna allegedly told police they took the items because they didn t know the construction company was private property. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Hanover Chamber, local restaurants organize Fall Food Fest Oct 1, 2009
Burke said the restaurants that have signed on to participate in the event include the Outback Steakhouse, Panera Bread, Uno s Chicago Bar and Grill, Moe s Southwest Grill and Trader Joe s of Hanover; the Scarlet Oak Tavern of Hingham; The Four s Bar & Grill of Norwell; the Bryantville Deli of Pembroke and Hokkaido Asian Cuisine of Revere. This is the first time this event has been planned and it kind of came together fortuitously, Burke said. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Keep doctors independent; ban fees from drug makers Oct 1, 2009
They revere them as scientists who can exercise sound, independent judgment. Allowing doctors to promote drugs for pharmaceutical companies takes advantage of that trust and reverence. (Boston Globe)
Carney plays teacher Annie Sullivan Oct. 20 at Holbrook library Oct 1, 2009
Along with Sullivan, Carney also portrays Paul Revere s mother-in-law, Rachel Walker; Bethenia Owens-Adair, M.D., the first woman doctor in the west; Lowell Mills boarding housekeeper Lois Larcom; Russian immigrant Mary Antin; and Juliette Low, founder of Girl Scouts. While conducting research to find a woman she wanted to portray, Carney asked a school librarian what women in history would have a story that would interest an audience. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Danvers bank robbery suspect arrested Oct 1, 2009
A Cambridge man who allegedly robbed three Citizens Banks in one week, including one in Danvers, was arrested on Monday and arraigned on Tuesday on charges stemming from two robberies in Revere ... The robbery was very similar to those in Revere all taking place at Citizens Banks, all in the afternoon, and all involving notes passed to the tellers ... On Sept. 22, Amerault allegedly walked into the Citizens Bank in a Stop & Shop on Squire Road in Revere and handed the teller a note stating that... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Malden man dies in weekend motorcycle accident Oct 1, 2009
A female passenger aboard the motorcycle, Joanne Vasel, of Revere, suffered serious injuries and was transported to Mass General Hospital. The State Police accident reconstruction team is investigating the crash. (Malden Observer, MA)
Elderly drivers, public safety and voter clout Sep 30, 2009
Recently, a state rep from Revere proposed allowing the elderly over age 70 to ride both the Pike and tunnels toll-free. When politicians seem apparently more inclined to kiss up to a large voting bloc than to protect the rest of us from horrible drivers out there, many of whom are elderly, then little will ever be done to make the roads safe to drive for the rest of us. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Medford Mustang football teams spirits high after second victory Sep 30, 2009
Coming off a convincing 33-0 opening night victory over Revere, Medford was out to prove that its heroics against the Patriots were no fluke. They did just that rolling out a relentless ground attack leading to five touchdowns on the run. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Acton police logs: Sept. 24 edition Sep 30, 2009
At 7:38 a.m. police responded to a report of a suspicious mini van on Ethan Allen Drive and Revere Road. At 4:48 p.m. a Main Street caller reported a tan Toyota Camry driving around the Kmart parking lot and asking people for money. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Kirk receives committee assignments Sep 30, 2009
The region, including the cities of Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Quincy, Revere and Somerville, is designated an Urban Area Security Initiative, and is a top priority for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The Boston area received $14. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Powerful women line up for Coakley Sep 30, 2009
Among those supporting Capuano are former state senator Lois Pines and several state representatives, including Kathi-Anne Reinstein of Revere, Ellen Story of Amherst, and Linda Dorcena Forry of Dorchester. I know when I ran for office I didn t want anyone turning away from me because of my gender. (Boston Globe)
Medford High School football raffle tickets now on sale Sep 30, 2009
It s a new era for Medford High Football, coach Rico Dello Iacono and his staff have been working with the team all summer to prepare them for its 10 game schedule, which kicked off, Sept. 18 at home against Revere, followed by two road games at Bishop Fenwick in Peabody, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. and at Newton-South, Saturday, Oct. 3, at 11 a.m.. The varsity season continues on the road again against Everett, Friday, Oct. 30 and Cambridge, Nov. 6. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Medford Transcript Athlete of the Week Sep 25, 2009
The Mustang quarterback threw for 86 yards and two touchdowns, while running for another touchdown in Medford s 33-0 win over Revere Sept. 18. Krasco returns to the field to lead his teammates into a non-league road battle against Bishop Fenwick in Peabody Friday night. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Holliston teachers win share of history grant Sep 25, 2009
This grant program will immerse teachers in the history of the Industrial Revolution, working with partners such as UMass-Boston, Tsongas Industrial History Center, American Textile History Museum and the Paul Revere House. Teachers will earn graduate credits, receive resources for their classrooms and enrich their knowledge of American history with renowned professors. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Letter: Keep Saugus a town Sep 25, 2009
Given the current circumstances and considering what our city neighbors are going through with layoffs and cutbacks (Revere, Lynn, Malden, etc. . (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Boxford selectmen approve anti-idling policy Sep 24, 2009
A press release said that the EPA observed unnecessary idling by refuse trucks at the company s Revere parking lot. Loading commenting interface. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
EVERYDAY MARVILLS: The un-secret society Sep 24, 2009
An original charter signed by Paul Revere is one such artifact. By opening its doors to the public, Lodge Master Allan Martin hopes to demystify some of the perceived secrets held by Masonic lodges. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Lawmakers’ nod could sweeten the day for Fluffernutter fans Sep 24, 2009
Necco Wafers were formerly made in Cambridge and now are created in Revere ... This year, Representative Kathi-Anne Reinstein of Revere filed legislation to honor the Fluffernutter, the second attempt by a lawmaker. (Boston Globe)
A moment to savor, a moment to build on: Medford Mustangs back on track Sep 24, 2009
So how did those countless hours in the weight room and the film library play out during the team s home opener against Revere ... Junior tight end Alec Finn s 18-yard grab and Krasco s three-yard plunge accounted for the rest of the offense versus Revere ... Medford s defense and special teams were also instrumental in the win, as they were able to take advantage of great field position on kick returns and Revere turnovers. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Medford Mustangs snaps losing streak against Revere with decisive win Sep 24, 2009
All that said, DelloIacono, the first-year Mustangs coach, has a lot to be hopeful for this season after drubbing Revere, 33-0 Sept. 18 ... They didn t let Revere move the ball ... It s been five years since we ve beaten Revere, so that was a big win even if I try not to put too much stock into one win, DelloIacono said. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Minute Man's rededication focuses on the next generation Sep 23, 2009
Paul Revere (played by park volunteer Bob Allegretto) also made an appearance Monday, riding his steed over North Bridge to deliver a lantern to a student from Lincoln. According to a media release from Minute Man, the lantern symbolized Minute Man National Historical Park lighting the imaginations of young people and passing on the legacy of the Revolution to the next generation. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Danvers football Falcons rely on the defense to record second straight win Sep 22, 2009
And that s why the Falcons are 2-0 heading into Friday night s game at Dr. Deering Stadium against Revere (7 p.m.) ... Something about Revere ... Sullivan hopes his team comes out flying against Revere Friday night. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Munroe Tavern, Lexington Landmark N... Sep 22, 2009
During that night outriders including Paul Revere rode to Lexington and Concord to warn that the British were coming. Part of Revere's mission, ultimately concluded despite being held by the British for a time en route, was to retrieve important papers left by John Hancock at a Lexington tavern ... It is a place where one can walk in the footsteps of the valiant Minutemen, and those of Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, John Adams, Captain John Parker, George Washington, and countless... (Suite101.com)
