For the first time in 117 years, when the phone rings at the Chelsea Clock factory, the person on the other end of the line won’t be on Everett Avenue. Starting on Monday, the company will be mostly moved out…
Chelsea Jewish Foundation Announces $1 Million Donation from Jeffrey and Susan Brudnick
When Chelsea native Jeff Brudnick wanted to give back to his community, he looked no further than just a few blocks away from his Everett Avenue insurance office to Admiral’s Hill and the Chelsea Jewish Foundation (CJF). The CJF has…
Police Briefs 05-07-2015
4/19 Brian Belew, 30, 44 Avery St., Ipswich, was arrested for shoplifting. 4/20 Katelyn Ferguson, 27, 86 Division St., Chelsea, was arrested on a warrant. Edin MAteo-Lopez, 22, 374 Geneva Ave., Dorchester, was arrested for assault and battery, disorderly conduct.…
Obituaries 05-07-2015
Lillian Hanlon Retired Chelsea School cafeteria worker, class treasurer who was voted most popular girl in Chelsea High School, Class of 1945 Lillian (Hahsey) Hanlon, a lifelong Chelsea resident, passed away early Sunday morning, May 3 at Massachusetts General Hospital,…
Kiwanis Frozen Skating Party
Nevaeh Etienne, 2, with ‘Frozen’ Princess Elsa, and Elianni Monge, during last weekend’s rescheduled Kiwanis Frozen Skating Party at the Cronin Rink. The new event by the Kiwanis was to raise funds for the Eliminate Project, which helps to end…
Arbor Day in Chelsea
DCR workers (left to right) Eber Rivera, Jean Valentin and James Kane hoist a tree into its new home on Arbor Day last Friday, April 24. Several state and local officials – including state Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs…
Police Briefs 04-30-2015
POLICE INVESTIGATING SHOOTING On Sunday, April 26, at 8:57 PM, Chelsea officers were dispatched to the rear of 855 Broadway for a report of a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Upon arrival Officers observed a male victim sitting…
Da Dan Conley’s Tournament a Great Event
We were so proud to take part in Suffolk County District Daniel F. Conley 7th Annual Basketball For Peace Tournament at the UMass Boston Clark Athletic Center. DA Conley and his staff once again accomplished the mission of this wonderful…
Time for Colleges and Universities to Lead
Campus sexual violence has been the subject of an intense national conversation recently, but that dialogue often lacks critical input from schools that are already taking steps to improve their campus climates. Colleges and universities, it’s time for you to…
Sports 04-30-2015
CHS Roundup CHS girls track team knocks off NDA The Chelsea High girls track team earned one of the biggest wins in the program’s history with a 70-65 triumph at Notre Dame Academy of Tyngsboro Tuesday afternoon, marking the…
Obituaries 04-30-2015
John ‘Jack’ Halas US Postal Service retiree; Member of Dominic Savio Athletic Hall of Fame; active coach for Chelsea youth and high school leagues John M. “Jack” Halas of Chelmsford, formerly of Chelsea, passed away unexpectedly at Massachusetts General Hospital…
Ready With Brooms and Shovels to Get Chelsea Clean on Saturday
It’s no secret that the melting snow – while a relief – has unveiled a litany of litter throughout the streets of Chelsea, and this weekend, residents, elected officials and City workers will fan out across the city to put…