Palma Belanger Nurses Aide and Crossing Guard Palma M. (Tentindo) Belanger, a lifelong Chelsea resident, died in her Chelsea home on May 18 surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. She was 72 years old. Born and raised in Chelsea,…
State Will Not Approve Director’s Contract: Board Set to Demand Re-negotiation with Ewing
In a development that has stunned many in the community, the state has indicated that the contract of Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) Executive Director Albert Ewing is not valid and should be re-negotiated. In a letter to the CHA Board…
City Budget to Be Passed
The city of Chelsea 2013 budget will amount to $120.7 million dollars, according to City Manager Jay Ash. The budget is now before the city council in its final form having already been discussed in detail by the council. Passage…
Ash: City in “Good” Financial Shape
Many consider forward planning to be a strength of Chelsea government. Economic development, open space, energy conservation and capital improvements are among the many facets of government that are projected out by the City in order to take advantage of…
Going Up and Down: State, Local Officials at Opening of New Chelsea Street Bridge
Pointing at the massive structure behind him, U.S. Congressman Michael Capuano said the new Chelsea Street Bridge is an example of how federal earmarks work. “When there are projects like these that create jobs and improve infrastructure, earmarks work and…
A Happy Citizen; Former ‘Lost Boy,’ Manyang Mayiik Fights Sickness and Setbacks to Become U.S. Citizen
As one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, Manyang ‘Andrew’ Mayiik of Chelsea has made numerous incredible journeys in his lifetime. Some have been dangerous – fleeing quickly to avoid murderous government forces. Some were nearly impossible, involving a trek…
O’Flaherty Returns from Ireland Conference Held in Belfast
Rep. Gene O’Flaherty has returned from a business and political exchange program held in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It also included residents of Derry and Donegal. The highlight of the speaking program at the conference took place last Thursday and Friday,…
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
EDITOR’S NOTE: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous holds an open meeting for those fighting food dependency and addiction at the Chelsea Soldiers Home, 91 Crest Avenue, Monday nights at 7:00 p.m. Meetings open and free to anyone having trouble with…
The 22nd Annual CHS Athletic Awards Ceremony Set for May 21
Chelsea High School Principal Joseph Mullaney and Chelsea High Athletic Director Frank DePatto are pleased to announce the 22nd Annual CHS Athletic Awards Ceremony, which will be held on Monday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chelsea High School…
The Re-Opening of the Chelsea Street Bridge
The new Chelsea Street bridge is a work of art as far as modern engineering is concerned. It is as awesome a piece of construction we have ever known in this city in its entire modern age except for the…
Kevin Murphy
We wish to once again affirm our belief that Kevin Murphy, the clerk of the Chelsea District Court, is being railroaded, possibly into retirement, by the court administration he works for. He was transferred to Salem when it was revealed…
Girls Track Wins CAC Championship
The Chelsea High girls track & field team had a busy week, defeating their last four conference foes to finish the season at 8-0, the Lady Red Devils’ fifth straight undefeated dual meet season, to earn the title of CAC…