Special to the Record To hear Representative Eugene O’Flaherty talk about it, State funding for local roadway projects is always a hot topic for debate at the State House. While he was joined by Senator Sal DiDomenico and City officials…
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All-Chelsea Awards nominations sought
Special to the Record Nominations are currently being solicited for the Ninth Annual “All-Chelsea Awards.” The awards are given to recipients who have distinguished themselves, improved the lives of local residents or enhanced the city’s overall civic standing. Ten individuals…
Pedestrian death under State Police investigation
The tragic death of a 56 year- old Chelsea man last week continues to be the subject of a State Police Accident Reconstruction Team investigation. Chelsea Police are also conducting an investigation. The officer involved in the accident has been…
Grand opening – Governor Patrick tours Leonard Florence Center for Learning
Governor Deval Patrick delivered stirring remarks to a large crowd of dignitaries and residents following a tour of the Leonard Florence Center for Living – the nation’s first specialized ALS Residence last Friday morning. The governor’s cabinet held its weekly…
DiDomenico-Flaherty contest intensifying
During a morning visit to Chelsea to celebrate the arrival of a new, $470,000 fire truck for the Chelsea Fire Department earlier this week, Senator Sal DiDomenico said he was working hard to get himself re-elected. “I am taking nothing…
7th Annual Taste of Chelsea set for September 20
Advance tickets are now on sale for the 7th Annual Taste of Chelsea event, set for Monday, September 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. at 62 Broadway in Chelsea. The Chelsea Chamber of Commerce, has partnered with HarborCOV and local…
Jonathan Carvalho charged with murder
Jonathan Carvalho, 20, of East Boston, who grew-up in Chelsea and is well known here, was ordered held without bail and was officially charged with the August 10 homicide of 29-year-old Luis Rodriguez of Chelsea. He was additionally charged with…
Public input sought on City Manager yearly evaluation
It is once again evaluation time for City Manager Jay Ash. It is a yearly ritual, weighing and measuring the city manager’s performance. In order to facilitate a wide variety of responses, City Council President Leo Robinson is seeking the…
Authorities investigating shooting of Chelsea man
By John Lynds and Joshua Resnek Chelsea and State Police are investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting that left a 29-year-old Chelsea resident dead. Chelsea Police responded to a report of a gunshot victim inside the public housing complex at 230…
Tax free weekend
Not fond of taxes? Well, this weekend everyone can avoid paying taxes on several items during the state Sales Tax Holiday. The holiday – passed last week by state government as part of the larger Economic Development Bill – will…