By Cary Shuman Kyle Umemba and Cesar Castro, two up-and-coming community leaders, were asked why their “Let It Fly Classic” has become one of the most anticipated 18-under basketball tournaments in the entire Greater Boston area. “The tournament has been…
Month: August 2017
Obituaries 08-10-2017
Doris Dion MGH retiree; of New Hampshire, formerly of Chelsea Doris (DeSchuytner) Dion of Center Barnstead, NH, formerly of Chelsea, died at home on July 8 after a long battle with lung cancer. She was 87 years old. Born on…
Chelsea Police National Night Out
The Chelsea Police Department held its annual National Night Out event Tuesday at Mary O’Malley. The event raises community awareness about policing efforts and helps build partnerships between the department and residents. Several local organizations participated in the festivities. Chelsea…
Call to All Chelsea Artists Brings a Crowd in New Effort
By Seth Daniel Chelsea has long had a budding artist community, but few have ever fully taken stock of just what talents are blossoming in Chelsea’s creative community. That is all changing as the Chelsea Cultural Council begins its effort…
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren Tours EBNHC
By John Lynds Last week the Democrats had a huge victory as the U.S. Senate failed to repeal the Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as Obama Care. While there was much to celebrate as several Republicans, like Senator John…
Chelsea Fire Secures Major Federal Grant
By Seth Daniel The Chelsea Fire Department announced this week that they have secured a major federal grant to pay for the hiring of eight new firefighters in this year’s budget – with Chief Len Albanese saying the new recruits…
Red Sox Offer Chelsea High School Students Discount Tickets
For less than the cost of movie ticket, Chelsea students can enjoy the magic of Boston Red Sox baseball at Fenway Park this summer. The Red Sox are offering young fans affordable tickets to games through the team’s Student 9’s…
Senate Passes Bill to Expand Language Opportunities for Students
The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed legislation that updates the existing statute relative to English language education in public schools to encompass the latest and best practices serving English language learners (ELLs) and to recognize the value of bilingualism as a…
Legislature Passes Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Last week, the Massachusetts Legislature passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which guarantees reasonable accommodations and safety measures for pregnant workers. Senator Sal DiDomenico and Representative Joseph McGonagle both voted in support of this legislation that makes it illegal for…
Police Briefs 08-03-2017
MAJOR ACCIDENT ON EVERETT AVE Two people were in critical condition at Mass General after a major car accident on Everett Avenue near Maple Street around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 2. A third man was treated at CHA Everett…