If last year’s mild winter was a gift from God for those who pay close attention to their heating bills, one can certainly not expect another such generous gift this year. Projections for a much colder winter this year, along…
Dennis K. Burke Sends Fuel to Help New York After Sandy
In the two weeks following Superstorm Sandy a Chelsea based company did their part to help communties ravaged by the storm. Fuel distributor Dennis K. Burke, Inc. assisted in FEMA’s efforts by sending fuel and resources to New York and…
Fiscal Cliff in D.C. Has Chelsea Implications
The Fiscal Cliff discussions that seem to be dominating federal politics and just about every news network right now, seem to be a world away from Chelsea. However, that precipice might be closer to several Chelsea businesses than many might…
Fuel Aid is Up but Lacking
What happens when low-income families run out of Fuel Assistance and can’t marshal up about $800 to fill their oil tank? The live in the cold. CAPIC Executive Director Bob Repucci said his agency – which serves Winthrop, Chelsea and…
Police Briefs 12-06-2012
November 26 Angel Ortiz, 27, 9 Vallar Rd., East Boston, was arrested for operating motor vehicle with suspended/revoked license (criminal) Josued Padilla, 21, 63 Shawmut St., Chelsea, was arrested for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, attempted murder. November…
Red Devil Boys Hoop Opens Season on Tues.
What may rate as the youngest Chelsea High boys basketball team ever, and certainly in recent memory, will take to the floor Tuesday for the 2012-13 season opener when the Red Devils host Minuteman Regional. Tip off time is 5:30.…
Fuel Assistance Program Benefits Must Continue
We have admired the outstanding work that Bob Repucci, executive director of Community Action Programs Intercity (CAPIC) has done for so many years on behalf of low-income residents in Revere and the neighboring communities of Chelsea and Winthrop. In a…
Obituaries 12-06-2012
Janice Ruth Mugford Of Chelmsford, formerly of Chelsea Janice Ruth (Gillette) Mugford of Chelmsford, formerly of Chelsea , passed away on November 30. She was 78 years old. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she was born in…
Temple Emmanuel Holds Italian Night
Sara Lee Callahan, president of Temple Emmanuel, welcomes Leon Weinstein and his brother, Carlie Weinstein, to the Temple’s Italian Night Dinner held Nov, 17 at the Temple. Leon and Carlie grew up in Chelsea, attended the Carter School, and were…
Chelsea and Revere Officials Combine Efforts on Planning : Revere Mayor Rizzo, City Manager Ash Share Meetings, Perspectives on Issues Affecting Both Communities
Communities across the country, and especially here in Massachusetts, have had a reputation for operating with silo mentalities – that is, not sharing information or resources and only worrying about issues within their own municipal boundaries. Over the last 15…
Wynn Tests Casino Waters in Everett : Potential Outcome Will Not Affect Chelsea’s ‘surrounding Community’ Status
It takes three strikes before one is out, and so far casino development magnate Steve Wynn has only one strike against him in Massachusetts. Now it appears that – after whiffing in Foxboro with Patriots owner Bob Kraft – Wynn…
CHS Football Team Enjoys Thanksgiving with 22-8 Win
The Chelsea High football team made its Thanksgiving Day feast a happy and fulfilling one as the Red Devils defeated Matignon, 22-8, in a Turkey Day battle last Thursday morning at Chelsea Stadium. Coach Mike Stellato’s Red Devils combined a…