To the Editor: Thanks go to so many gardeners, friends and local merchants for all the good will and hard work that went into our 4th Annual Art Walk “Scarecrows in the Garden” and “Quilt Raffle” fundraiser at the Chelsea…
The SJC Decision
Tuesday’s decision by the Supreme Judiclal Court ordering that the question of whether Massachusetts can issue licenses for casino gambling must be placed before the voters for a referendum in November is one of seismic proportions, with the epicenter situated…
Scholar-athlete times Two: Gustin Plays Two Division 1 Sports at Holy Crossby
Sean Gustin is a rarity in college sports, a two-sport All-Academic selection. And he’s doing it at the highest level, playing Division 1 hockey and baseball at the College of Holy Cross in Worcester. Gustin has strong Chelsea roots. He…
Obituaries 06-26-2014
Flora Cook 25-Year Secretary at St. Rose Church Flora Cook, a longtime resident of Chelsea, died on June 21 at the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center in Revere. She was 78 years old. Born in San Jose, Costa Rica, Flora was…
Melanoma Education Foundation Offers Free Self-detection Lessons for Teen Students
By Tori Ziege From the depths of what can only be described as yet another harsh New England winter, summertime has sprung. Cue sunny mornings working in the garden, sunny afternoons laying out on the beach towel and yes—sunny days…
Apollinaire Ready to Stage Two Outdoor Plays in July Centered on Immigration
The Apollinaire Theatre is preparing to host two outdoor plays this July in Mary O’Malley Park that will address immigration issues, one that will be for young audiences and one that will be for adults – both directed by Apollinaire’s…
2014 Chelsea Art Walk
Bob Kowalik teaches Valerie Ramirez about planting seedlings in the soil.
Chelsea Selected All-america City: Ash, Local Delegation Bring Home Coveted Award
Each community entered in the National Civic League’s All-America City has 10 minutes to make a presentation in front of a panel of judges who will ultimately decide which city is worthy of the most prestigious civic award in the…
Chelsea, All-American City
The award presented to the City of Chelsea for being recognized as an All-American City this past weekend in Denver truly represents a milestone in the long history of our community. Under the direction of our great City Manager, Jay Ash, and with…
Obituaries 06-19-2014
Thomas Griffin Of Everett, formerly of Chelsea Thomas J. Griffin of Everett, formerly of Chelsea, died unexpectedly last Wednesday, June 11 at the Whidden Hospital in Everett where he was brought after suffering a heart attack while shopping with his…
The Quest Begins for All-america City Honors: Chelsea Contingent Heads to Denver for Competition
City Manager Jay Ash is leading a Chelsea delegation to Denver this weekend for the National Civic League’s All-America City Competition. More than 100 communities nationwide sought the prestigious All-America City Award and Chelsea was selected as one of 23…
Artist Found His Way at the Walk
In 1968, Arnie Casavant was laid up at the old Chelsea Naval Hospital after having been injured while in the military. The Rhode Island native was fond of his days recovering at the hospital, but he didn’t give Chelsea much…