Chelsea Cultural Council has received $39,200 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) a state agency, to assist public projects that promote access, education, diversity and excellence in the arts, humanities and sciences. An In-person Information Session will be held on…
Month: September 2022
ZBA holds initial hearing on Eastern Avenue warehouse facility
The years-long plan to develop a nearly 19-acre industrial parcel at 295 Eastern Ave. are now coming before city boards for approvals. The Zoning Board of Appeals held its initial public hearing Tuesday night on 295 Eastern Chelsea, LLC’s plans…
Alcohol abuse is still problem #1
Two years ago the voters of Oregon approved a measure that decriminalized the possession of small amounts of even the most dangerous drugs, while also mandating that tax revenue from the sale of marijuana (which Oregon legalized in 2014) be…
CHS Roundup
Boys and girls cross country teams open with wins over Revere The Chelsea High girls and boys cross country teams started their 2022 season on the right foot (no pun intended) with victories over Greater Boston League rival Revere last…
Obituaries 9-15-22
Elizabeth SmithFormer Williams School Lunch Mother Elizabeth (Norkus) Smith of Medford, formerly of Chelsea, died on September 2. Born and educated in Weymouth and Rockland, Elizabeth was a resident of Chelsea for over 50 years before moving to Medford four…
Garcia Wins Democratic State Representative Primary
Two city councilors are set to square off in the race for State Representative in the 11th Suffolk District. District 5 Councilor Judith Garcia won a three-way race against Councilor-At-Large Leo Robinson and School Committee member Roberto Jimenez-Rivera in Tuesday’s…
School Committee Agrees To Look at Attendance Policy
School Committee members have promised to take a closer look at the high school’s E-policy, where students automatically receive an E grade of 60 percent in a class if they have more than two unexcused absences during a quarter. The…
Life Affirming: Lee Atlas Brings Former MDC Pool Lifeguards Together for a Reunion
Lee Atlas was an excellent left-handed, power-hitting, first baseman for Chelsea High School and and the Pony League Twins. He was also a very good basketball player. He was admired by his teammates, classmates, and friends. But if you ask…
Fall Events at Revere Beach and Belle Isle Marsh Reservations
All Programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Dress for the weather. Bring water and use sunscreen. Please phone (781) 656-1485 or email [email protected] for more information including an…
Over 5,000 People Take Part in Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Activities So Far This Year
Special to the Times So far this year more than 5,000 people from 30 communities joined Save the Harbor/Save the Bay on free Marine Mammal Safaris in April, and free trips to Spectacle and Georges Island three days a week…