Bobby Goss, Eddie Richard, Richard Bradley Steve DePaulo, Katrina Hill, Drenda Carroll, Nicole Hancock and the late Anthony “Chubby” Tiro” are among the best to ever compete in the Chelsea High track programs. Stephanie Simon has joined that illustrious group…
Licensing Commission Close to Vote on Marijuana Regulations
With plans to host four recreational marijuana shops already at some phase of readiness in Chelsea, the Licensing Commission is nearing a final vote on regulations for special additional rules for those establishments. On March 7, the Commission continued a…
Accountability and Closure in Fatal Shooting of Pablo Villeda
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…
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.…
Guest Op-ed Lenten Letter: Summit to Protect Children and Minors Was Powerful
By Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley, OFM, Cap. As we begin the holy season of Lent, this annual time of prayer, fasting and almsgiving affords us the opportunity to be renewed by God’s love and mercy as we recommit ourselves to…
Letters to the Editor
Forbes Park Approval a Disaster for Neighbors Dear Editor, After speaking out against the Forbes Park site due to parking issues and the flow of traffic it will cause the abutting neighborhoods, I was very upset to see the Zoning…
Hands-free Driving Makes Sense
Recent statistics indicate that the single-biggest cause of motor vehicle accidents these days can be attributed generally to what is known as “distracted driving.” According to some reports, more Americans now are killed on our roads because of distracted driving…