Despite some concerns about the site, last week the Licensing Commission approved an amusement license for the long-running Fiesta Shows Carnival to return to 295 Eastern Ave. from June 9 through June 19. “Fiesta shows has been coming to Chelsea…
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Funding Sought for Full Implementation of Police Body Camera Program
The city is preparing to move ahead with full implementation of a body camera program for the Chelsea Police Department. City Manager Thomas Ambrosino is seeking approval of the use of free cash from the city council to help pay…
Northeast Metro Tech Mourns the Passing of Beloved Teacher Raymond Nicolosi
Superintendent David DiBarri is deeply saddened to report that one of Northeast Metro Tech’s most beloved teachers, Raymond S. Nicolosi Jr., died on Friday at age 46 after a long battle with cancer. “It fills me with a deep sense…
MVES Offers New Mental Health Outreach Program for Spanish-Speaking Older Residents
Since the start of the pandemic more than two years ago, more and more people are talking about behavioral health issues including loneliness, social isolation, and emotional changes. An increasing number of folks are starting to see mental health for…
Women Share Their Recovery Journeys and Embrace Sisterhood at a Women’s Recovery Court Celebration
A group of women shared their journeys of recovery and celebrated their sisterhood in the struggle against substance abuse at a recentWomen’s Recovery Court Session. The Recovery Court event was held at Recovery on the Harbor in East Boston where…
AARP Mass. Submits Signed Petitions From Residents to Sen. Warren To Lower Prescription Drug Prices
AARP Massachusetts State Director Mike Festa, Volunteer State President Sandra Harris and AARP members are joining Senator Elizabeth Warren in urging Congress to lower prescription drug prices. 92,835 Massachusetts residents have signed onto an AARP petition calling on Congress to…
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A Humble Hero: ROCA Honors Police Capt. David Batchelor With Prestigious Award
Chelsea Police Capt. David Batchelor was the recipient of the James E. Mahoney Award at ROCA’s Annual Breakfast that was held virtually on May 6. ROCA Chief Executive Officer Molly Baldwin presented the prestigious award to Batchelor, who has served…
García Invited by President Biden To Attend Cinco de Mayo Reception at the White House
State representative candidate and sitting Chelsea City Councilor Judith García attended the White House’s official Cinco de Mayo reception last week. The event was hosted by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, who invited García to their celebration along…
City Council Approves Pay Raise
The City Council voted 8-2 to double the council salaries, from $14,000 to $28,000 on Monday night. The salary increase, the first for the council in eight years, goes into effect when the next City Council takes office in 2024.…