Last week, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced nearly $33.5 million in federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) awards to support housing, infrastructure, social services and economic development projects in 52 communities across Massachusetts. Chelsea received a $850,000 grant to help with…
Public hearing on proposed amendment to FY24 CBDG
The City of Chelsea Department of Housing and Community Development will hold an in-person Public Hearing on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. in the Housing and Community Development Conference Room, located at 500 Broadway, Room 102. The purpose of…
Chelsea elected officials to be sworn in January 5
The City of Chelsea’s recently elected public officials—City Councilors and School Committee members—will be sworn in to office during an inauguration ceremony on Monday, Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers on the third floor of Chelsea…
MassDOT, Travelers Marketing’s Community Voices, and the City of Chelsea join to support pedestrian safety
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), in partnership with Travelers Marketing’s Community Voices for Road Safety program and the City of Chelsea, today hosted an event to raise awareness of pedestrian safety on Chelsea’s busy roads. At the Chelsea Market…
NeighborHealth appoints veteran healthcare leader Jamie Hazard as President and CEO
NeighborHealth today announced the appointment of Jamie Hazard as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, following his nine months of service as Interim CEO. A longtime leader in community health system finance and strategy, Hazard has spent more than…
Merry Christmas
This is the most wonderful time of the year, to paraphrase the popular song, with holiday music playing in the malls and on our car radios, resurrecting our earliest childhood memories of Christmases-past. We choose just the right tree, decorate…
City of Chelsea announces new resident-centered alternate side parking during snow parking bans
In recognition of the city’s density and the challenges residents face when snow parking bans are enacted, the City of Chelsea will implement alternate side parking during snow emergencies beginning January 1, 2026. Snow parking bans will continue to only…
Obituaries 12-24-25
Rosemarie Rios She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Rosemarie Rios at the age of 83 on Monday, December 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in the comfort…
CHS Sports Roundup
CHS boys basketball defeats Everett, Somerville The Chelsea High boys basketball team opened its season with an impressive 67-56 victory over Somerville last Tuesday at the Chelsea High gym and then followed that up with a thrilling 44-43 victory over…
Vibrant array of talent headed to City Hall Plaza and beyond for First Night Boston
First Night Boston is proud to announce its full schedule of performances for New Year’s Eve, which will fill City Hall Plaza and surrounding venues in the hours leading up to 2026. Musicians, performers, and artists will perform in Boston’s…
The 11th Annual DiDomenico Foundation Toy Drive A Huge Success
Save the Harbor is Giving out $300,000 for Free Beach Events
Special to the Sun Through the Better Beaches Program, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are looking for input from community organizations, local groups, and artists to bring diverse and interesting events to…