City Manager Fidel Maltez offered a fitting analogy to describe Grace Agosto’s leadership role in the Chelsea contingent’s trip to Denver for the All-America City Awards. “Grace was the choreographer of this trip,” credited Maltez. “She made sure that everyone…
Author: Cary Shuman
Garcia brought the strength of the Commonwealth to help Chelsea’s victory
There were mayors and vice mayors, city managers and department heads. But Judith Garcia was believed to be the only state representative among the 20 delegations in Denver. And Garcia’s presence was noted by one and all, including a member…
Chelsea Police Dept. had a winning experience in Denver
There was a passenger on the airplane heading to Denver who obliged Chelsea Community Police Engagement Dan Cortez’s request for the puzzle page in The Boston Globe. From the time the plane left the gate to just moments before it…
Sen. DiDomenico Remains ‘Hopeful’ about Everett Soccer Stadium Project
Sen. Sal DiDomenico remains “hopeful” that his bill to clear the way for a new 25,000-seat soccer stadium being built in Everett could still be approved before the end of the year. DiDomenico’s measure, part of the Senate’s economic bill,…
Umemba, Castro Go International with ‘Let It Fly’ Basketball Classic
Ninth annual tourney set for Saturday at Williams School Kyle Umemba and Cesar Castro have taken the Let It Fly Basketball Classic to South Africa and England, but on Saturday, it will be back in the city of Chelsea where…
A Chelsea Institution
Gordon closes the doors at Allen’s Cut Rate after a successful 85-year run Rick Gordon, who owned and operated Allen’s Cut Rate Perfumers on Broadway, has closed the doors of his popular store. All told the business, started by Rick’s…
Remembering Legendary CYBL Coach Larry Notkin
A large contingent of past and current residents attended the graveside services for Lawrence “Larry” Notkin July 5 at the Pride of Lynn Cemetery. Mr. Notkin died on June 27, 2024, at his home in North Fort Myers, Florida. He…
DiDomenico Expects Final Action on Soccer Stadium Legislation by End of July
Sen. Sal DiDomenico, who is championing a proposal to bring a professional soccer stadium and waterfront park to Everett, expects a vote on the matter by the Senate and the House by the end of this month. DiDomenico’s bill –…
Stars of Past and Present, Brian Doyle, Roy Butt, and Richie Kelley are Excelling in Over 30-Baseball League
They are still playing the game they love and playing it well. Former Chelsea High baseball stars Brian Doyle and Roy Butt and former Malden Catholic football standout Richie Kelley were reunited on the diamond Sunday at Pine Banks in…
Chelsea Celebrates Its History at 400th Anniversary Gala
More than 200 guests enjoyed the Chelsea 400th Anniversary Gala June 27 at the SpringHill Suites Hotel in Revere. City Solicitor Cheryl Watson Fisher, chairperson of the Steering Committee, welcomed the large gathering to the gala, one of several events…