By Jen Flora On August 28, Bay Cove Human Services hosted a powerful and inspiring event, “Resilient Rhythms: An Overdose Awareness Event,” at Chelsea Commons. Co-chaired by Jen Flora and Heather Coady, the event was brought to life through the…
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Believe! Chelsea begins the new school year
By Cary Shuman Supt. of Schools Dr. Almi Abeyta welcomed back students at the four elementary schools in the Mary C. Burke Complex for the first day of the 2024-25 academic year Wednesday morning. “We’re very excited about the new…
State Primary set for Tuesday
By Adam Swift Polls will be open in Chelsea from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. Sept. 3 for the state primary election. With few contested elections on the ballot, a light turnout is expected throughout the state.…
La Colaborativa Deploys First Containerized urban Farm in Chelsea
Special to the Record La Colaborativa, a preeminent Latinx-led nonprofit organization focused on empowering Latinx residents and enhancing quality of life, is excited to announce the launch of the youth-centered Freight Farm Urban Agriculture Program. Beginning this community-centered project, La…
Winthrop Woman Pleads Guilty to 2021 Stabbing Death in Chelsea
A Winthrop woman pleaded guilty on Monday to a manslaughter charge in the stabbing death of a 19-year-old woman in Chelsea in 2021, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office. Ava Najafi, 20, pleaded guilty to killing Cyndell Rodriguez,…
Chelsea Residents to Participate in Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk
Ten residents from Chelsea will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 6. Thomas Petipas, Claudia Diaz, Kendri Perez, Douglas Diaz, Isaida Yochim, Casey Fields, Stacey Fraser, Bernice Reyes, Archana Ailawadhi, and Alison Sherry,…
Chelsea Schools Set to Open on Wednesday
By Adam Swift Summer break is almost over for Chelsea students. The majority of students head back to school next Wednesday, August 28 for the first day of school. Wednesday, August 28 is the first day for students in grades…
The Rise of the New Roca
Full-scale renovation project will transform its national headquarters in Chelsea Special to the Record Roca, the internationally renowned agency led by founder and chief executive officer Molly Baldwin, is undergoing a $6.2 million renovation project at its main headquarters located…
New Hire
Giuffrida named Chelsea’s Inaugural Director of Athletic Infrastructure and Sports Tourism Special to the Record Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez recently announced the hiring of Charlie Giuffrida, the former Next Stop Revere director, as the inaugural Director of Athletic Infrastructure…
Mural Painting Ribbon-cutting Ceremony held at Aloe Natural Acai and Coffee Shop
Special to the Record Eileen Riestra, principal and creative director at Depict Brands, unveiled a beautifully designed mural during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held adjacently to Tanairi Garcia’s Aloe Natural and Acai Coffee Shop in Chelsea. City Manager Fidel Maltez brought…