By Adam Swift The school committee unanimously approved a new three-year contract for the district’s educators, clerical, and paraprofessional staff last week. The vote came after the Chelsea Teachers’ Union (CTU) and the school committee came to a tentative agreement…
Year: 2024
City Manager reflects on 2024
Special to the Independent City Manager Fidel Maltez has placed an emphasis on communicating with residents since he took office in January. Earlier this week, Maltez recorded the latest in his series of public outreach videos to air on Chelsea…
Chelsea Year in Review
By Adam Swift Chelsea’s long and rich history was on display throughout 2024 as the city marked its 400th anniversary with a host of Chelsea 400 celebrations. The events ranged from the Chelsea 400th Gala and Chelsea Day to the…
Healey, Driscoll, GM Eng Celebrate Removal of Slow Zones on ‘T’ for the First Time in 20 Years
Special to the Independent Gov. Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng joined MBTA workers and riders at North Station in celebrating the completion of the T’s Track Improvement Program and the removal of slow…
FKO Partners with Chelsea Station Restaurant & Bar for a Memorable Holiday Meal for Children
Special to the Record For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) celebrated the holiday season with a heartwarming partnership with Chelsea Station Restaurant & Bar, bringing a special meal to middle schoolers and staff at FKO’s Wright Middle School program. This festive…
Chelsea Residents Can Avoid Long Lines, Save Money by Renewing Residential Parking Stickers Early and Online
Special to the Record The City of Chelsea has announced the renewal period for its Residential Parking Program will begin January 1, 2025. The City encourages residents to renew their stickers early and online to avoid waiting in long lines…
Residents named to Pa’Lante Steering Committee
Special to the Record City Manager Fidel Maltez has named the 10 community members who will serve on the Chelsea Pa’Lante Steering Committee. This group will advise the City as it develops the Comprehensive Plan, Chelsea Pa’Lante, Chelsea Onward. The…
Cultural Council Announces LCC Grant Recipients
The Chelsea Cultural Council recently announced the recipients of the FY25 Local Cultural Council (LCC) Grants. A total of $38,570 in funding will be distributed to 17 local organizations and individuals to support cultural, educational, and artistic initiatives in the…
La Colaborativa Celebrates Graduation of 168 Students from Adult Education Programs
Education is a major driver of economic stability, welfare, and overall satisfaction. On Tuesday, Dec. 10, La Colaborativa hosted a major graduation ceremony at its Survival Center, celebrating the achievements of 168 students who completed various adult education programs during…
GreenRoots Announces Implementation of Energy Microgrid
After eight years of community engagement, development and advocacy, GreenRoots and its partners are thrilled to announce Chelsea’s Virtual Community Microgrid is getting underway with solar panel installation beginning at the DPW City Yard this week. This project aims to…