We just wanted to mention that it was great to see Winthrop’s own Mike Eruzione serving as the honorary captain of Team USA for the big game with Canada (whose honorary captain was Wayne Gretzky) at the TD Garden last…
Guest Op-Ed: Regarding the lawsuit filed against Federal Government by the Cities of Chelsea and Somerville
By City Councilor Todd Taylor The cities of Chelsea and Somerville filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration in response to its threats to cut funding to sanctuary cities. I strongly oppose this legal action because it puts Chelsea’s essential…
Letter to the Editor
National Economic Boycott To the Editor, The readers of the Chelsea Record and all local residents are invited to join the National Economic Boycott on Friday, February 28, 2025. People are urged not to make any purchases in stores or…
Obituaries 02-27-2025
Jose Vega Diaz October 22, 1954 – February 18, 2025 Jose Vega Diaz, a spirited and loving soul, passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 70 after a long illness. Born on October 22, 1954, in Patillas, Puerto…
Great Effort By The Red Devils
Ice on the Mystic
120-unit Apartment Building Proposed for Park Street
By Adam Swift Several zoning board of appeals members expressed concerns about the size of a proposed mixed-use development on Park Street at the board’s regular meeting last week. The ZBA held the initial public hearing on a 120-unit, five-story…
Licensing Commission Approves Extended Hours, Entertainment Licenses
By Adam Swift The Licensing Commission approved extended hours for the Los Amigos Diner at 92 Washington Ave. at its regular meeting last week. The vote allows the diner, previously the Victoria Diner, to open from 8 a.m. to midnight…
Chelsea Public Schools’ Kokinidis Named School Counseling Administrator of the Year
Special to the Record Chelsea Public Schools Director of School Counseling Ellen Kokinidis was named Administrator of the Year by the Massachusetts School Counselors Association (MASCA) in recognition of her dedicated service to CPS students, staff and school communities. CHELSEA,…
News in Brief
City seeks feedback on Voke Park Playground design The City of Chelsea Department of Housing and Community Development (HC+D) is inviting residents to help shape the design of a new accessible play structure at Voke Park for children ages 2-5 by…
Tips to Prevent Winter Wandering for those Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
Special to the Record Many parts of the U.S. are expected to be impacted by a winter storm over the next couple of days. The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) wants to remind caregivers of those living with dementia how…
Chelsea Black History Month Opening Reception featuring artist Towana Wright
Chelsea Black History Month held the opening reception Feb. 5 at City Hall featuring artist Towana Wright and “The Struggle Continues” exhibit. Deputy City Manager For Finance Michael Mason brought the official greetings of City Manager Fidel Maltez, “congratulating the…