With the temperature hitting 88 degrees Wednesday, it’s hard to believe that a new school year is upon us, but our summer is entering its final month and soon students will be returning to classes for the 2013-14 academic year.…
Remembering Ms. SheRrill Boveri
We extend our condolences to the family of former Chelsea High teacher Sherrill Boveri, who passed away after a brief illness. Ms. Boveri was an outstanding teacher who was dedicated to not only the academic advancement of her students but…
Police Briefs 08-22-2013
August 12 Johnathan D. Belton, 39, of 466 Broadway, Chelsea, was arrested for straight felony arrant. Jose Santa, 32, of 15 Wave Avenue, Revere, was arrested for operation of motor vehicle with suspended license, moped violation, and marked lanes violation.…
Red Devil Football Team Opens Pre-season
If the calendar (and the weatherman!) are telling us that the proverbial dog days of August are here, then that must mean it’s double-session time for schoolboy football players everywhere. Coach Mike Stellato’s Chelsea High gridders are no exception to…
Obituaries 08-22-2013
Mildred Carafa Of Revere Mildred R. Carafa of Revere passed away unexpectedly on August 18 at the Brigham & Woman’s Hospital in Boston. She was 70 years old. Born in Chelsea, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Buckley)…
Chelsea Yacht Club Helps Veterans
Members of the Chelsea Yacht Club participated in the Winthrop Lodge of Elks Poker Run, a charity event to benefit war veterans. Pictured at the after-party at the Elks are Tom Pappa III and his friend, Alyssa, Dave Gobiel, Bev…
Team Concepts for Blind Students at CHS Extended with Goal Ball
Just about everybody has been on a team. Right now, at Chelsea High School (CHS), fall sports teams in the realms of football or soccer are preparing to start practice and begin the team gelling process that most everyone has…
U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey Visits Chelsea Collaborative
U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey visited the Chelsea Collaborative headquarters on Broadway to speak with residents about social, environmental, and health issues. Pictured are Collaborative Executive Director Gladys Vega, State Sen. Sal DiDomenico, U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey, Chelsea Bank…
Workplace Violence: Chelsea Mental Health Provider Signs Settlement Agreement to Improve Worker Protection
Chelsea-based North Suffolk Mental Health Association Inc. has entered into a company-wide settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor to implement comprehensive procedures and policies to better safeguard its workers against the hazards of workplace violence – specifically developing…
Less Choices: School Committee Candidate Woes Continue with Two Incumbents Missing Signature Deadline
Two School Committee members have missed the deadline to turn in signatures and will not be on the ballot this November, highlighting the ongoing woeful situation that routinely has emerged on the Committee every election season. Incumbent members Ana Hernandez…
City Council Ballot Will Feature Several Races
The ballot has been set this week for the November City Election and four legitimate races have emerged – one in the at-large category and three at the district seat level. First and foremost was the surprising entrance into the…
All-chelsea Awards Nominations Sought
Nominations are currently being solicited for the 12th Annual “All-Chelsea Awards.” Given to recipients who have distinguished themselves, improved the lives of local residents or enhanced the city’s overall civic standing, awards recognize 10 individuals and entities in a variety…