The City is currently accepting funding applications through its Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (AHTFB) to support projects that increase or enhance access to affordable housing within the community. Eligible applicants include: Governmental subdivisions, community development corporations, local housing authorities,…
Month: February 2025
National Grid Foundation Donates $1.3 million to United Way for Fuel Assistance
Special to the Record With food and fuel costs at an all-time high, community-based organizations have kept families afloat. Through a generous $1.3 million donation from the National Grid Foundation, thousands of families across the Commonwealth have found the help…
CBC recognizes Chelsea Trailblazers
Special to the Record The Chelsea Black Community (CBC) at Monday night’s City Council meeting, recognized the Black History Month (BHM) Chelsea Trailblazer. This honor fo individuals in our community for their outstanding contributions to the betterment of Chelsea. BHM…
Accessory Dwelling Units Officially Allowed Statewide under Affordable Homes Act
Special to the Record Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are now permitted by-right statewide in Massachusetts thanks to the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Affordable Homes Act, signed into law by Governor Maura Healey in August 2024. Sometimes called tiny homes or in-law suites,…
CBC and Clark Ave. Productions Present Spoken Word Event
Special to the Record The Chelsea Black Community (CBC) in collaboration with Clark Ave. Productions held Verb Flow N Vision: Spoken Word Open Mic and Art event Feb. 15 at Kushala Sip and Tapas Bar. The event was held in…
State, Municipalities must Adjust ASAP to the New Reality
For those of us who have been around for a while, the warning signs are flashing red for the prospects of a budget crisis for our state and our cities and towns thanks to the promised changes in policies by…
It was Great to See Captain Mike Eruzione at the Big Game
We just wanted to mention that it was great to see Winthrop’s own Mike Eruzione serving as the honorary captain of Team USA for the big game with Canada (whose honorary captain was Wayne Gretzky) at the TD Garden last…
Guest Op-Ed: Regarding the lawsuit filed against Federal Government by the Cities of Chelsea and Somerville
By City Councilor Todd Taylor The cities of Chelsea and Somerville filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration in response to its threats to cut funding to sanctuary cities. I strongly oppose this legal action because it puts Chelsea’s essential…
Letter to the Editor
National Economic Boycott To the Editor, The readers of the Chelsea Record and all local residents are invited to join the National Economic Boycott on Friday, February 28, 2025. People are urged not to make any purchases in stores or…
Obituaries 02-27-2025
Jose Vega Diaz October 22, 1954 – February 18, 2025 Jose Vega Diaz, a spirited and loving soul, passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 70 after a long illness. Born on October 22, 1954, in Patillas, Puerto…