Although the economists tell us that the recovery from the Great Recession is still a slow one, the bottom line is that for most Americans, things are going well and getting better compared to a few years ago But for…
Category: Editorials
Remembering 50 Years Ago: President Kennedy Had a Special Kinship with Chelsea
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy 50 years ago this week seared an indelible imprint into the memory of every American living at that time. Similar to the Japanese sneak attack on Pearl Harbor on December 5, 1941, and…
Lester Erickson and Brigham’s on Broadway
We always enjoy seeing our old friends and long-time readers of The Chelsea Record and thus was the occasion when we ran into former Chelsea resident Lester Erickson Wednesday morning. What a pleasure it was to see Lester and reminisce…
Veterans Day: Thank a Veteran for His or Her Service to Our Country
This Monday, November 11, we will join with our fellow Americans in observing Veteran’s Day, a day set aside to honor the sacrifices made by all of those who have served in our nation’s armed forces. Veteran’s Day originated as…
Be Sure to Vote Tuesday
When the Founding Fathers drew up our Constitution, the notion of a democratic form of government, in which every citizen was given the right to vote (although admittedly, citizenship in the late 18th century was conferred solely upon white males)…
Have a Safe Halloween
Halloween is for children or the child in all of us. The thought of getting loads of free candy is sometimes just an overload as children race around the streets trying to make sure that they hit every house and…
Letter to the Editor
Firefighters endorses Calvin Brown Dear Residents of Chelsea, I am writing on behalf of Chelsea Fire Fighters Local 937 to endorse Calvin Brown for re-election to the office of Chelsea City Council. Local 937 supports candidates who share our commitment…
Chelsea Little League Is Alive and Well and Optimistic about Its Future
Chelsea Little League used to have three Major League games a night on Diamonds 1, 2, and 3 at the old Chelsea Memorial Stadium. And on Saturdays, the Minor League teams would not only use those three diamonds but Diamond…
Thank You Governor for Your Commitment to Education
Massachusetts has become a nationwide leader in the field of education during Governor Deval Patrick’s tenure in office. The Governor has helped the Bay State become the very best for children and students at all levels in the educational experience.…
Letter to the Editor
Endorses local candidates Dear Editor: I am writing on behalf of Chelsea Fire Fighters Local 937 to endorse both Paul Murphy (District 1) and Christopher Cataldo (District 2) for the office of Chelsea City Council. As firefighters our job is…