Everett native releases audiobook of beloved late City Clerk

By Tara Vocino

The book “They Came From Everett,” which was written by the late former City Clerk Mike Matarazzo, who was also Everett’s historian, has narration by Everett native and Everett High School 1993 alum Chris Ciulla and will be released in audiobook format.

“His loss will be felt for generations, and I’ll do my best to get his material out to the masses,” Ciulla said on Tuesday. “That’s why we got the rights to the digital and audio versions of both his Everett books to make sure his information is never forgotten.”

There are some modern, relatable notable sports personalities, like Pat Bradley, Richie LaMontagne (who also happens to be his brother-in-law) and the Borgonzi brothers, mentioned in the audiobook. “More of the notables from our past were involved in industry, war, and first of their race or gender to wondrous achievements – Walter Carrington, Sammy Gentile (my best friend’s grandfather), “Swede” Oberlander, Lt. Santilli, Paul Smith, Lt. Wehner, Vannevar Bush, Madeline “Maddy” English and many more,” Ciulla said. “All legends that can never be forgotten.”

Ciulla, a 1993 Everett High School graduate, largely credited his education at EHS to his success. “As a three-sport letterman and someone who was voted ‘most likely to succeed,’ it’s a great reminder of which people that preceded and succeeded me are actually worthy of such accolades,” Ciulla said. “But I definitely credit my English teachers (especially Mr. Gallagher) and art instructors in educating me in the ways of the world and encouraging me to never give up on my dreams.”

The publishing company has a temporary office on Englewood Avenue in Everett, where Ciulla grew up, but they plan to expand into the Malden or Everett area in 2024. “The Rascal King: The Life and Times of James Michael Curley” and “The Last Longshoremen” are also in the works. For information, visit audible.com/pd/They-Came-from-Everett-Audiobook/B0BXYPL85Nref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_343835_rh_us&amp&source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-343835 or LeonardoAudio.com for a PDF tutorial.