A Lynn teen, who was originally from Chelsea, pleaded guilty March 7 as his trial was set to begin on charges that he opened fire during a party three years ago, killing 19-year-old Pablo Villeda and injuring six others. Emanuel…
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Chelsea’s Real Estate Resurgence Continues Bowen, Castillo Set to Unveil Parker Place Condos
Chelsea real estate agent Jeffrey Bowen said all the hard work by city officials over the past 20 years is paying off. “Chelsea is booming,” says Bowen. “City Managers Jay Ash and Tom Ambroino, the city councilors, and the community…
Licensing Commission Disciplines Several Establishments
If one is looking to hit the local bars this Cinco de Mayo, the options are going to be a little more limited than usual. At its March 7 meeting, the Licensing Commission disciplined two local restaurants for a variety…
Smart Growth Zoning Wins Unanimous Council Approval
Much of the public discussion over the Smart Growth overlay district for Central Avenue over the past several months has focused on the technical aspects of the zoning ordinance. But Monday night, as the City Council unanimously approved the Smart…
News Briefs
Downtown Façade Program Draft ordinances are now before the City Council and Planning Board with recommended changes to signage regulations and new proposed provisions for outdoor dining in the downtown. The Planning Board will hold a hearing on March 26…
School Updates
CHS Lip Sync Champs Lip Sync Winners and CHS Math teachers Mr. McCormick and Mr. Smith show off their prize for lip singing the song “What I’ve Been Looking For” from ‘High School Musical.’ Districtwide • Dr. Mary Bourque met with Senator…
Lime Bike Rental Program Hopes to Unveil Electric Situation in Chelsea
When the Lime Bike rental program returns to the streets of Chelsea this spring, riders might notice a little extra oomph in their ride. Chelsea took part in a program with Lime Bike, along with 16 neighboring communities, last year.…
Late Winter Storm
Cocoran, Chelsea Housing Face Critical Vote At Council Monday
The Innes Street/Central Avenue housing redevelopment plan has cleared its latest hurdle with the Planning Board, but will face a critical vote Monday night at Council on whether or not to allow them to have a ‘40R’ zoning designation. The…
Corcoran, Residents Sign Letters of Assurance for Return
In a move to show that they are committed to keeping residents in their homes, the Corcoran company and Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) have been signing Letters of Assurance with residents to legally ensure they can return to their unit…