The former executive director of the Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in connection with unlawfully soliciting contributions from state employees and other individuals to support multiple campaigns, including the campaign of former Lt. Gov. Tim…
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McLaughlin to Spend Another Year in the Pen
Tally on another year to the incarceration bill of former Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) Director Michael McLaughlin, as Federal Judge Doug Woodlock sentenced him to a fourth year in federal prison last Friday afternoon in Boston Federal Court. McLaughlin –…
Melanoma Education Foundation Offers Free Self-detection Lessons for Teen Students
By Tori Ziege From the depths of what can only be described as yet another harsh New England winter, summertime has sprung. Cue sunny mornings working in the garden, sunny afternoons laying out on the beach towel and yes—sunny days…
Apollinaire Ready to Stage Two Outdoor Plays in July Centered on Immigration
The Apollinaire Theatre is preparing to host two outdoor plays this July in Mary O’Malley Park that will address immigration issues, one that will be for young audiences and one that will be for adults – both directed by Apollinaire’s…
2014 Chelsea Art Walk
Bob Kowalik teaches Valerie Ramirez about planting seedlings in the soil.
Chelsea Selected All-america City: Ash, Local Delegation Bring Home Coveted Award
Each community entered in the National Civic League’s All-America City has 10 minutes to make a presentation in front of a panel of judges who will ultimately decide which city is worthy of the most prestigious civic award in the…
The Quest Begins for All-america City Honors: Chelsea Contingent Heads to Denver for Competition
City Manager Jay Ash is leading a Chelsea delegation to Denver this weekend for the National Civic League’s All-America City Competition. More than 100 communities nationwide sought the prestigious All-America City Award and Chelsea was selected as one of 23…
Artist Found His Way at the Walk
In 1968, Arnie Casavant was laid up at the old Chelsea Naval Hospital after having been injured while in the military. The Rhode Island native was fond of his days recovering at the hospital, but he didn’t give Chelsea much…
Mystic Brewery to Open Beer Cafe on William Street
The popular Mystic Brewery on Williams Street will be taking a step in a new direction this coming Wednesday, June 18, when it opens a beer cafe where full pours of several popular, locally-made beers will be available. Founder Bryan…
Chelsea Firefighter’s Memorial
The Chelsea Fire Department held its annual Firefighter’s Memorial this past Sunday, June 1, in Fay Square outside City Hall. The annual memorial honors firefighters and retired firefighters who have passed away within the previous year. This year, firefighters honored the Crowley and McCormack families.