By Adam Swift Chelsea could be joining other local communities in opening a warming center for homeless people this winter. Malden and Revere have operated overnight warming shelters for several years. The city has applied for a grant from the…
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Domestic Violence: The Scourge Without End
When we heard the news last Friday morning that a 32 year-old woman had been shot and killed in broad daylight on a busy Chelsea street, the first thought that immediately crossed our mind was: The husband or boyfriend did…
Another Dictator Bites the Dust
The demise of the dictatorship in Syria this weekend that brought to an end 50 years of brutal rule by the Assad family — Bashir al-Assad had succeeded his father, Hafez al-Assad — was startling to most observers. The Assad…
CHS Boys, Girls Hoop Open Today
The Chelsea High boys and girls basketball teams will open their 2025 seasons this evening (Thursday) with contests against Greater Boston League (GBL) rival Malden. Coach Cesar Castro’s Red Devils will host the Golden Tornadoes at the CHS gym for…
Obituaries 12-12-2024
Natalie “Nellie” Lombardo Truly the matriarch of her family who loved her unconditionally Family and friends are kindly invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, December 13th from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for…
Planning Ahead
City looks at five-year plan for road reconstruction By Adam Swift If your road or sidewalk is in rough shape, there’s a chance that some help could be coming sometime in the next four years. The city’s public works department…
City Manager Outlines Mitigation Efforts during Broadway Construction
By Adam Swift City Manager Fidel Maltez responded to concerns about the effect of the Downtown Broadway construction project with a letter that was presented to the city council at its regular meeting Monday night. Maltez said the city has…
Chelsea Resident Alert System Delivers Residents Critical, Time-sensitive Information
Staff Report To ensure its residents receive critical information during severe weather incidents and emergencies, the City of Chelsea is encouraging the community to sign up for the Chelsea Resident Alert System. This system delivers emergency notifications and important community…
Forbes Fire under Investigation
Officials seek witnesses to ascertain exact cause Local and state fire investigators believe the fire that consumed a vacant warehouse this month started with some form of human activity, and officials are asking for the public’s help identifying the person…
DiDomenico Secures $10 million for District
Special to the Record Governor Healey recently signed a sweeping economic development bill into law, authorizing a nearly $4 billion infusion into the Commonwealth’s economy while making wide-ranging policy changes to make Massachusetts more competitive. Senator DiDomenico secured $10 million…