The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) recently hosted two public meetings to provide information on the upcoming closure of the Sumner Tunnel, which is slated to begin on July 5 and run to August 5. The Sumner Tunnel, which was…
Month: July 2024
DiDomenico Supports Bill that injects $5.4B into Housing
Puts homeownership and affordable units in reach Special to the Record Senator Sal DiDomenico voted with his colleagues last week to address the state’s housing crisis. S.2834, An Act relative to affordable homes—also known as the Affordable Homes Act—authorizes $5.4…
Healey Appoints Everhart to Massport Board of Directors
Special to the Record Governor Maura Healey announced the appointment of Pamela Everhart to serve on the Massport Board of Directors. Everhart currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Regional Public Affairs, Inclusion, and Impact at Fidelity Investments. “Pamela…
Chelsea Celebrates Its History at 400th Anniversary Gala
More than 200 guests enjoyed the Chelsea 400th Anniversary Gala June 27 at the SpringHill Suites Hotel in Revere. City Solicitor Cheryl Watson Fisher, chairperson of the Steering Committee, welcomed the large gathering to the gala, one of several events…
Council Approves PILOT Agreement with Storage Facility
During a special meeting on Monday night, the city council approved a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement of up to 20 years with Flatiron Energy. Flatiron Energy is looking to build a battery energy storage structure at 284…
NeighborHealth Celebrates Health Equity Leaders at Gala
Special to the Record NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC), celebrated its first Art of Health Care fundraising gala since the organization’s rebrand and the first ever at the prestigious Museum of Fine Arts (MFA). The event which…
MassDOT Announces Alternative Travel Options Ahead of Month Long Sumner Tunnel Closure
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) today announced their comprehensive mitigation plan to address travel impacts and provide cost effective alternative transportation options for residents and visitors ahead of the scheduled closure of the Sumner Tunnel from Friday, July 5,…
Vintage Vibes
By Tracy Nowicki Director of Elder Services Benefits of Coordinated Services Across a Community In the vibrant City of Chelsea, residents are blessed with a wealth of exceptional services and resources tailored to their diverse needs. Agencies throughout our community…
Have a Safe, Happy 4th of July, Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
Every year in Massachusetts, illegal fireworks cause fires, explosions, property damage, and serious injuries. As we enter the weeks around July 4th, when more than 60% of these incidents occur, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents and…
Planning Board Raises Concerns about Proposed Beacham Street Gas Station
Plans for a proposed gas station at 410 Beacham Street failed to gain the support of the Planning Board at its meeting last week. The board voted unanimously to recommend that the Zoning Board of Appeals not approve the requested…