A Broadway bar is facing a three-month rollback of its operating hours following a number of violations in the wake of a fight in May that started inside the establishment. Beginning Sept. 1, Las Vegas Restaurant at 388 Broadway will…
Author: Adam Swift
Licensing commission hesitant to extend city’s bar hours
At least one restaurant owner in the city wants the licensing commission to look at allowing bars and restaurants to stay open until 2 a.m. At this month’s commission meeting, there was a letter from a local restaurant owner requesting…
City council approves early voting, preliminary election ballot
The city council approved early voting for the municipal preliminary election on Tuesday, Sept. 16 as well as the regular municipal election on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at a special meeting on Monday night. The council also approved the warrant for…
Revere Council approves funds for Sand Sculpting Festival
The Revere City Council approved $140,000 in funding to help pay for security and public safety details at this year’s Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival at last week’s meeting. The event, which will celebrate its 21st year this year,…
Maltez Addresses Overnight Parking Enforcement Issues
Parking issues are never far from the forefront of city council and resident concerns. Recently, District 6 Councilor Giovanni Recupero filed a motion requesting that the city manager look into ways to increase overnight parking enforcement. “One of the biggest…
City Celebrates the Battle of Chelsea Creek this Saturday
Lexington and Concord get a lot of the glory when it comes to the story of American independence. But this Saturday, Chelsea gets its day in the historical sun with a festival at Port Park on Marginal Street, celebrating the…
Early Trash Pick-up a Concern for Councilor
One city councilor wants to make sure that private trash haulers are aware that 2 a.m. is not the best time to be picking up trash. Earlier this month, District 6 Councilor Giovanni Recupero filed a motion requesting the city…
City Manager Proposes Digital Parking Permit System
City Manager Fidel Maltez is proposing a digital residential parking permit system. Maltez recently presented the proposal to the city council. “This proposal means that residents will no longer have to show a printed sticker on their vehicle,” stated Maltez.…
Nomination Papers Available for City Election
Nomination papers are now available at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall for anyone considering a run for school committee or city council. This year’s municipal election is on Tuesday, Nov. 4. If a preliminary election is needed, it…
Council gets update on comprehensive plan
City officials, steering committee members, and a consultant are continuing to gather feedback for the city’s ongoing comprehensive planning process, Chelsea Pa’Lante. At Monday night’s city council meeting, City Manager Fidel Maltez provided an update on the planning process following…