Revere Schools Dealing With Bed Bug Problem

Revere, we have a problem! A bed bug problem that is. Revere school officials are asking families to check their children's backpacks for signs of bugs as a group of students were found with infestations lately. From what was described, a group of students had evidence of bed bug bites on their bodies which as alarmed school officials enough to put out a letter to staff earlier this week. Assistant Superintendent Richard Gallucci didn't say which schools were affected but did warn families to check students' backpacks as this is a potential place where bed bugs can spread.

According to the letter: “In addition to providing support for the student and their family, we professionally treated any classroom (and adjoining classrooms) where bed bugs were present.  These treatments, he said, were in line with protocols from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Community Sanitation Program." It seems as if, the hopes are that these treatments have gotten rid of the problem but there really is no way of knowing for sure at this moment. While bed bugs are becoming more prevalent, the Department of Public Health says they do NOT transmit any disease so there is no need to be afraid of that aspect. They are more so a nuisance and can leave bites and the skin very itchy.

What should you do if you see bed bugs in your home? Wash any affected clothing, bedding etc. in water over 120 degrees. Also, you can steam the affected areas. Vinegar and alcohol can also be used to treat the areas. Just keep checking your kids' backpacks because the bugs have been known to hitchhike onto backpacks and that's how they've been traveling into schools.

Who makes the best Italian sub in Massachusetts? Before we dive into who makes the best Italian subs in Massachusetts, let's take a look at what exactly goes into making the perfect Italian sub.

While the specific ingredients can be debated, the average sub contains a sub roll, Genoa salami, provolone cheese, mortadella, capicola, lettuce, olive oil, salt and pepper, prosciutto and pepperoni. Italian subs can vary based on condiments and type of bread not to mention the types of cheeses. But there is one thing that remains consistent. The Italian sub is one of the most popular subs in the entire country.

Now, let's take a look at where in Massachusetts you can get the best Italian sub. We asked our audience and one answer reigned supreme and it was an overwhelming response: New Deal Fruit in Revere. Out of our initial responses, over half of them were for New Deal Fruit. When going to the New Deal website, we found that the deli is owned by the Petruzzelli family and has appeared on The Phantom Gourmet. After looking at the menu, New Deal Fruit features specialty sandwiches, hot subs and cold subs. Hot subs like meatball, chicken parm, veal parm AND a combination sub of chicken AND veal parm. When asked what makes the Italian sub at New Deal better than the rest, the most popular answer was "the best imported meats sliced thin and the bread is extremely fresh." According to the New Deal website, "Today the fourth generation of the Petruzzelli family carries forth the Joseph’s legacy selling high quality fruits and vegetables as well as hand-sliced deli meats and oversized submarine sandwiches."

Now, let's talk runner ups. There were several other sub shops that got a high rating from our listeners and are worth a try. Here are the most popular suggestions.

Bob's boasts the best imported Italian foods and they also offer buffet catering.

https://www.bobsfood.com/

They call their sandwiches rockets because they are so big. Jen Perkins says "Fresh bread, huge portions!" 

https://benedettisdeli.com/

In business since 1961, Olivia's also offers catering. Kris Wagner says "the bread, the fresh meats and the price!" 

https://www.olivasmarket.com/

This shop received several nominations. Jim Harrold said "They will make it at 9am..Nice and Fresh." They've been in business since 1961. They're most known for their famous St. Joseph sandwich which is well known by locals and people travel from all over to get. 

https://www.virgiliosbakery.com/ourstory.html

Another shop that received several nominations. According to Tina Rezendes: "they aren't cheap with the meat and they cut the pickles into little squares." 

https://www.balduccishouseofpizza.com/

Serving Massachusetts for over 40 years. Jessica Jean said "they are huge and fresh deli meats." 

Received a 4.5 out of 5 star reviews on Trip Advisor. According to Rico: "They're super organized. The bread and food is always fresh. Customer service is always on point and the subs are huge for a reasonable price."

According to Alaina McLoughlin: "The bread  is perfect, not too hard and not too soft. Fresh! It’s also a good size and has the right amount of meats to cheese ratio!"

https://www.regattadeli.com/

This family owned and operated shop is a local favorite in Brockton. According to Danielle Munro: "How they toast the roll, to the pickles, to the seasoning. Gotta try it to believe it."

https://www.supremehousepizzabrockton.com/

According to Nicole Hansen: "Nicest little lady that owns it too with her family. Real greek family with delicious everything! Their Italian calzone is  literally the cutest little couple too!"

http://places.singleplatform.com/zorbas-pizza-5/menu

This family owned sub shop is a local favorite. According to Angela DeVito Savastano: "They use a braided sub roll, cold cuts are always fresh and they will put anything you want on it."

https://www.bigamalden.com/

This is a fan favorite and an ongoing debate of which shop is the best in Fall River.  Family owned and operated and according to their website, they specialize in grinders.   It was nominated by quite a few of our listeners.

https://www.marcuccisbakeryandgrinders.com/

They have a fire pit and cornhole! As for the subs, according to Sarah Alaoui: "This place gives massive subs stuffed with meat and toppings. It tastes so fresh. The bread is nice and soft. You have to just try it for yourself." 

This was nominated several times and is specifically known for its Italian subs. According to Kristen Robles: "All imported meat and amazing bread!"

https://www.yelp.com/biz/tutto-italiano-wellesley-2

This cafe had closed and is once again open in the heard of Dorchester. According to Christine Connolly:  "Fresh roll, best cold cuts. It’s jam packed. Can’t go wrong with any item on the menu."

https://caughtindot.com/the-return-of-blasis-cafe-fat-belly-deli/