THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026 Page 5 BREAKING GROUND: State Senator Lydia Edwards, State Representative Jeff rey Turco, Revere School Committee Secretary Stacey Bronsdon-Rizzo, Revere Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly, Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe, Winthrop Town Manager Anthony Marino, Chelsea 911 Supervisor Paul Koolloian, Chelsea City Manager Fidel Matez, Revere School Committee Member-at-Large John Kingston, Revere Ward 4 School Committee Member Stephen Damiano Jr., Revere Ward 2 School Committee Member Alexander Rhalimi, Garfi eld Elementary School Prekindergarten Teacher Gia Fratoni, Abraham Lincoln School Prekindergarten Teacher Maria Tanza and Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Early Childhood and Prekindergarten Teacher Taylor St. Jean. Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. ReRevere Police Chief Maria ere Police Chief Maria LaVita and Reita and Revere Fire Chief James Cullen (far left) w LaV present. GROUNDBREAKING | FROM Page 2–3 ticipated, I have to give them to Tom [Skwierawski]. He has been leading all of this work and bringing us together.” Kelly described the groundbreaking as a meaningful moment that honors the past — “There’s something powerful about bringing these two uses under one roof. On one side, we will nurture curiosity, creativity and the joy of learning in Revere children. On the other side, we will ensure the safety and well-being of every resident. That’s the heart of our community and the communities of Winthrop and Chelsea.” “The revitalization of the McKinley School is a perfect example of what we can achieve through creative municipal planning and strong regional partnerships,” said Mayor Keefe. “Instead of losing a piece of Revere’s history, we are transforming it into a hub that will keep our residents safe and give our youngest learners the educational foundation they deserve. I am incredibly proud to break ground on a project that will benefi t Revere, Chelsea and Winthrop for generations to come.” Gibson Point to host Spring Market on May 2 O n Saturday, May 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., award-winning waterfront apartment and wellness community Gibson Point will host a curated Spring Market, bringing together a vibrant mix of local businesses and artisans. The event will be open to the public and will feature handmade goods, apparel, home décor and specialty items, off ering residents and visitors a chance to shop local while enjoying Gibson Point’s scenic waterside setting. Participating local brands include Revere Beach Retail, Banyan SPRING MARKET | SEE Page 13 James Cullen (far left) were ere Fire Chief 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657
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