Chelsea voters head to polls next Tuesday
Polls will be open in Chelsea for the state election on Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. This year’s state election is highlighted by races for governor and U.S. Senate, as well as a number of statewide…
Chelsea’s Day of the Dead Festival Día de los Muertos returns Nov. 1
The City of Chelsea, in partnership with the Veronica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC), invites community members to honor their loved ones who have passed away by adding their framed photos to Chelsea’s Día de los Muertos Ofrenda (community altar) located…
FEMA reimburses Chelsea for some Covid program costs
The city of Chelsea got some welcome financial news last week. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that it was reimbursing Chelsea $3.2 million through its Public Assistance funding.The federal funds will help reimburse the city for the number of…
Chelsea council passes Garcia’s inclusionary zoning proposal
Councilor-at-Large Kelly Garcia spearheaded a move to make sure the maximum number of Chelsea residents legally possible are given preference for Chelsea’s inclusionary zoning affordable housing units. Last week, the council unanimously approved a motion made by Garcia that asks…
The ‘Phantom’ arrives in Beverly: North Shore Music Theatre unveils a fresh take on a classic mystery
The Paris Opera House has relocated to Beverly—at least until November 1. North Shore Music Theatre is currently staging Yeston and Kopit’s breathtaking musical, “PHANTOM,” offering local audiences a fresh and deeply moving perspective on one of literature’s most legendary…
NeighborHealth expands access to breast cancer screening during two-day community event
NeighborHealth hosted a two-day series of community events on October 13 and 14 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing breast health education, preventive care and no-cost mammograms for eligible patients directly to its East Boston and South End…
CHS girls soccer qualifies for state tourney, to compete for the first GB Cup
CHS girls soccer qualifies for state tourney, to compete for the first GB Cup The Chelsea High girls soccer achieved a milestone this past week, qualifying for the post-season MIAA state tournament thanks to a hard-fought 2-2 tie at Greater…
Bruins’ Strong Start And Bergeron To Hall
Boston’s meeting last Tuesday had the top two NHL teams facing off against each other – Carolina Hurricanes (9-2-2=20) had played one more game than the Bruins (9-2-1=19), and were one point ahead in the standings. This was the norm…
Cool weather activities with dogs
By now, you may have noticed which dogs love fall. Our Poppy is one of them. She doesn’t like hot days and certainly has more spring in her step when the cooler temperatures arrive. People, too, have more energy in…
Celebrate the holidays on Boston’s historic Freedom Trail
As the Freedom Trail celebrates 75 years, the Freedom Trail Foundation invites revelers of all ages to experience this year’s Historic Holiday Strolls. The festive atmosphere of the city, set against the unique backdrop of Boston’s historic sites and centuries…
Chelsea to consider bringing street sweeping under DPW
The city’s public works is looking at the potential to bring street sweeping services in-house, potentially saving Chelsea over $2 million over the course of 15 years. “Over the last two years, we brought in vehicle maintenance, which had been…