Pastor Avelar shoveled the sidewalk with his daughter, Elizabeth, (phot right) on Sunday morning after the Blizzard – two of the many residents who, once again, took to their sidewalks and driveways to shovel away the snow. Meanwhile, several businesses had to make the tough decision to…
Author: Record Staff
State Announces Park Planning Tool in Chelsea
Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Matthew A. Beaton was joined by various local officials in announcing the launch of the Park Planning and Assessment Tool at Chelsea City Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 18. The Tool will be used…
Chelsea Man Arraigned on Firearm Offenses
A Chelsea man injured in a police-involved shooting two weeks ago was held on high bail during his arraignment last Friday, Feb. 13, at Massachusetts General Hospital. Igor Peulic, 32, of Chelsea, was arraigned from his hospital bed on charges…
The Winter of Our Discontent
Although the temperatures have been below zero with wind chills even colder, tempers have been rising among just about all of us as the snow and our frustrations continue to pile up. Yes, life is difficult in the city, where…
Letter to the Editor
Irresponsible management decisions Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to the Chelsea City Council Tuesday night from the Teamsters Union addressing allegations of labor contract violations. Dear Councilors, I am writing to make you aware of turmoil caused by…
Sports 02-19-2015
CHS Roundup Red Devils drop three of four contests The Chelsea High Red Devils have their backs up against the wall in their quest to qualify for the post-season state basketball tournament after dropping three of four contests this…
Obituaries 02-19-2015
Beatrice Esparza Gold Star wife; active member of many organizations Beatrice (DeCosta) Esparza of Chelsea passed away at home on February 15. Born in New Bedford more than 100 years ago, Beatrice was a Gold Star wife. She was a…
Poppe hopes Superintendent Plans to Bring the Soldiers Home Back to the Center of the Community
When Cheryl Poppe took the top office at the Chelsea Soldiers Home on a temporary basis last April, and then permanently last September, people kept calling her ‘Commandant.’ After all, that was and had been the proper title for the…
Chelsea Firefighters Rescue Trapped Occupant at 160 Broadway Fire
Heavy flames were engulfing the third floor at 160 Broadway, and someone was trapped. With Chelsea firefighters beating back the flames, Firefighter Miguel Acosta began feeling around on the floor and found what turned out to be a soot-covered arm.…
Police Briefs 02-12-2015
2/4 Christina O’Connor, 38, 7 Lewis Mall, East Boston, was arrested on warrants. Janna Casali, 35, 18 Tucker St., Medford, was arrested for sexual conduct for fee. 2/5 Derrol Bond, 22, 27 Marlborough St., Chelsea, was arrested on warrants.…