The prospect of hosting a Summer Olympics in Boston has been bandied about for many years, but it now appears as though things might get serious in light of Boston’s selection as the top choice of American cities to contend for…
Obituaries 01-15-2015
Genevieve ‘Jean’ Cataldo Of Florida, formerly of Revere Genevieve “Jean” (Primatello) Cataldo of Rockledge, Florida, formerly of Revere, died on January 11. She was 90 years old. A homemaker and a devoted member of St Theresa’s Parish for many…
Police Briefs 01-08-2015
12/29 Michael Chesley, 30, 30 Hawthorne Ave., Methuen, was arrested on warrants. 12/30 Joseph A. Ciappina, 46, 7 Jefferson Dr., Revere, was arrested for shoplifting. Steven Stoico, 46, 140 Oakwood Ave., Revere, was arrested for simple assault and assault with…
Remembering Mr. Roy Butt: A Great Chelsea Man
There are so many admirable qualities, career and lifetime accomplishments for which we come to pay tribute to former Chelsea firefighter William “Roy” Butt who died on Jan. 6 at the age of 92. Mr. Butt was an exceptional athlete…
Chelsea-Boston Metro Area Veterans Affairs 2014: The Year in Review
VA Secretary McDonald Visits Harvard Law School Last month, I was among several veteran professionals associated with the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home (CSH) who attended the presentation given by the newly confirmed Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Robert McDonald, during his visit…
King Arthur’s Building Sells to Former Produce Wholesaler
The old King Arthur’s Strip Club building was sold on Tuesday to a former produce wholesaler from Quincy, according to the Boston Herald, beating out Revere businessman Charlie Lightbody – who is currently under indictment for wire fraud related to…
Ash Says Good-Bye to Chelsea: Speech peppered with Praise and Humor
City Manager Jay Ash said his formal good-bye as the leader of the City of Chelsea on Monday night in a heartfelt speech before the Council that was peppered with praise for others, and of course a few jokes, and…
Boston joins Revere, Somerville in Filing Lawsuit Against MGC for Wynn License
The City of Boston joined Revere and Somerville in filing a lawsuit against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) in Suffolk Superior Court asking the court to vacate the license agreement given to Wynn in Everett by the MGC last November.…
Robinson Gets Unanimous Vote for Council President
City Councillor Leo Robinson ended the drama around the Council Presidency on Monday night by getting a unanimous 10-0 vote on the first ballot by his colleagues. Serving as vice president will be Dan Cortell, and the School Committee Rep…
Quick Thinking Fire Captain Helps Police Nab Dangerous Car Thieves
There’s no work like teamwork and Chelsea Fire gave a head’s up assist to the Chelsea Police last Friday, Jan. 2, in apprehending two alleged car thieves. The situation began when Acting Fire Capt. Joe Conlon heard over the EMS…
Wynn Purchases Monsanto Site for $35 Million: Acquisition Means the Company Now Hits the ‘Go’ Button
The controversial land deal on lower Broadway slated to hold the new Wynn casino passed papers on Monday, with Wynn purchasing the former Monsanto Chemical property for $35 million from FBT Everett. On Tuesday, City leaders had planned to celebrate…
Sports 01-08-2015
CHS Roundup Red Devils post first win of season The Chelsea High boys basketball team broke into the win column with a 58-43 triumph over Lynn Tech Friday evening. The Red Devils led all the way, though the contest was…