September marks College Savings Month, an annual opportunity for families to take a closer look at how they are preparing for the rising costs of post-secondary education. For many families, a 529 account can be an important part of the…
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Governor Healey announces accessible fall recreation opportunities
Governor Maura Healey and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced the return of its Universal Access Program’s (UAP) fall programming, with a roster of activities at DCR properties throughout the state that provide equipment and support…
Chelsea council honors officer for community work
The Chelsea City Council read a certificate of recognition for police officer Joseph Barker-Santiago during its meeting on Monday night. Santiago was praised for his work assisting the city’s licensing commission, as well as helping local businesses navigate city and…
Chelsea Uniting Against the War’s ongoing anti-military recruitment campaign with youth
Members of Chelsea Uniting Against the War spoke with students about their right to OPT-OUT during their lunch periods at Chelsea High School on September 14, 2026. Many students reported that they already signed the Military Release OPT-OUT Form online…
City of Chelsea invites public to eight upcoming community meetings
Through attending these events, residents can learn about upcoming downtown construction; toxic lead remediation efforts; an Eastern Ave garage project; a new initiative to eliminate parking minimums; how to apply for Cultural Council funding; and Chelsea’s new Comprehensive Master Plan.…
Comprehensive planning process nears conclusion
A two-year comprehensive planning initiative for the City of Chelsea is nearing its conclusion. City Manager Fidel Maltez provided an update on the comprehensive plan, Chelsea ¡Pa’Lante, Onward!, in a communication to the city council this week. “The content of…
ZBA continues public hearing on WalMart Depot proposal
WalMart will be back before the Zoning Board of Appeals next month to continue a public hearing on a proposed WalMart Depot in the Home Depot plaza on Webster Avenue. The project for the 25,000-square-foot WalMart Depot was before the…
Fallen Chelsea Firefighter Peter Kannler honored on 10-year anniversary of passing
Firefighters from across the state joined members of the Chelsea Fire Department and the Massachusetts Fire Academy (MFA) on September 3 to honor fallen Chelsea Firefighter Peter Kannler on the 10-year anniversary of his death from occupational cancer. He left…
FKO to honor co-founder Debbie Kneeland Keegan’s for 40+ years of leadership at annual Helping Families Gala
For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) will celebrate the legacy of co-founder Deborah Kneeland Keegan at its annual Helping Families Gala on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor. The event will honor Keegan’s more than 40 years…
State grants to help with energy advocacy programs in Chelsea
Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop are set to benefit from two grant awards received by the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) under the Mass Save Massachusetts Community First Partnership (“CFP”) program. The City of Chelsea serves as the…