When former Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) Director Michael McLaughlin is sentenced in Boston’s Federal Court on Friday, many are expecting that those who had to endure he’s purported “reign of terror” will get to speak as victims. At least two…
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Miss Pre-Teen Mass. Mary D’Eon Will Compete for the National Title
The next stop is Tampa, Florida for Mary D’Eon, the reigning Miss Massachusetts U.S.A. Ambassador Junior Pre-Teen who will compete for the national title of Junior Pre-Teen U.S.A. Ambassador. Mary won the state pageant on March 10, which is the…
Prolific Quilters at Senior Center Help Garden During Art Walk
The Chelsea Senior Center is a place where most of the City’s older crowd goes to relax. That’s not the case, though, for several ladies who have created nothing short of a quilt factory on the second floor of the…
Chelsea Art Walk Expands, Pays Homage to Stained-glass Artist
The Chelsea Art Walk has only gotten bigger and better, and with two sunny days on tap this weekend, organizers are expecting a large, enthusiastic crowd for the two-day, citywide event. Organizer Joe Greene told the Record that there will…
Take Back Day
A group of people rallied on the City Hall stairs to promote Take Back Day on June 1st.
City Wants Unwanted Meds
A new kiosk has been installed in the front lobby of the Chelsea Police Station to aid in the disposal of unused or expired medications. Residents are encouraged to use this as a safe and non-damaging way to dispose of…
The Polish American Veterans Post 13
The Polish American Veterans Post 13, a distinguished organization of veterans who served our country, convened for its elections and a meeting at its headquarters on Fourth Street. Seated (from left) are Assistant Finance Officer Phillip Collins, Finance Officer Peter…
Chelsea High School Holds Graduation Sunday
Two-hundred-and-fifty-five students in the Chelsea High School Class of 2013 will participate in commencement ceremonies Sunday at 1 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Constance Beck-Treadway, who will be attending Yale University, will deliver the valedictory address. Lejla Skokic, who will…
Council Passes $131.4 Million Budget
The City Budget will increase by 8.8 percent as a result, mostly, of school spending, but strong economic development growth in the City will rule out any need for cost cutting or a Proposition 2 1/2 override vote. The City…
Back Pay Adds Up Big After Lengthy Contract Dispute
Resolving several outstanding union contracts was a relief for a good many in City government after several years of give and take, but one piece of that resolution wasn’t too refreshing for taxpayers. As part of the union contracts, retroactive…