Carlo DeMaria, mayor of Everett, Massachusetts, endured years of false accusations and slander from a local newspaper, the Everett Leader Herald. After winning a $1.1 million settlement against the paper for defamation, DeMaria faced new allegations of improper salary padding which led to an investigation by the state Office of the Inspector General.
The mayor, known for his leadership in improving infrastructure in Everett, had been reelected multiple times by large margins. However, the controversy surrounding the newspaper’s attacks and the subsequent accusations of salary impropriety have tarnished his reputation and led to a no-confidence vote by the Everett City Council.
DeMaria maintains his innocence, claiming he did not engage in any wrongdoing and that the accusations are merely political attacks. The ongoing investigation into his salary payments has led to uncertainty surrounding his political future, with some city officials and residents calling for his resignation.
In a town where local news coverage is scarce, the closure of the Everett Leader Herald has left some residents concerned about the lack of diverse voices in the community. DeMaria’s supporters have urged patience and reserved judgment until the facts are fully revealed, while critics on the City Council have demanded transparency and accountability from the mayor. The future of DeMaria’s mayoralty remains uncertain as the investigation continues.
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