Elizabeth SmithFormer Williams School Lunch Mother Elizabeth (Norkus) Smith of Medford, formerly of Chelsea, died on September 2. Born and educated in Weymouth and Rockland, Elizabeth was a resident of Chelsea for over 50 years before moving to Medford four…
Garcia Wins Democratic State Representative Primary
Two city councilors are set to square off in the race for State Representative in the 11th Suffolk District. District 5 Councilor Judith Garcia won a three-way race against Councilor-At-Large Leo Robinson and School Committee member Roberto Jimenez-Rivera in Tuesday’s…
School Committee Agrees To Look at Attendance Policy
School Committee members have promised to take a closer look at the high school’s E-policy, where students automatically receive an E grade of 60 percent in a class if they have more than two unexcused absences during a quarter. The…
Life Affirming: Lee Atlas Brings Former MDC Pool Lifeguards Together for a Reunion
Lee Atlas was an excellent left-handed, power-hitting, first baseman for Chelsea High School and and the Pony League Twins. He was also a very good basketball player. He was admired by his teammates, classmates, and friends. But if you ask…
Fall Events at Revere Beach and Belle Isle Marsh Reservations
All Programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Dress for the weather. Bring water and use sunscreen. Please phone (781) 656-1485 or email [email protected] for more information including an…
Over 5,000 People Take Part in Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Activities So Far This Year
Special to the Times So far this year more than 5,000 people from 30 communities joined Save the Harbor/Save the Bay on free Marine Mammal Safaris in April, and free trips to Spectacle and Georges Island three days a week…
Assistant Speaker Clark, Sen. Warren, Secretary Becerra Celebrate Health Care Wins for Seniors in the Inflation Reduction Act
Special to the Journal Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Katherine Clark (MA-5), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra joined AARP advocates, patients, and community providers for a roundtable discussion…
Orange Line Repairs Reach Halfway Mark
Last Friday, the MBTA announced that 50 percent of the work taking place along the Orange Line during the 30-day closure is complete. Additionally, the scheduled work is on schedule overall. Overall, work teams have completed: · 44% of rail replacement;…
Loans Available for Senior Homeowners
To help enhance and preserve the quality of life for senior residents in Chelsea, the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board is offering the Senior Home Repair Program. The program provides technical assistance and up to $15,000 to income-eligible homeowner-occupants…
City Seeking Input on Broadway Improvements
The city is improving Broadway from City Hall to Williams Street, based in part on the input of Chelsea residents. Re-imagining Broadway is a planning effort led by the City of Chelsea to develop strategies to improve access, safety, and…
Jeffrey Bowen’s Mission Continues: The Chelsea Cathedral and the Chelsea Flats Properties Are Generating Excitement
Jeffrey Bowen, who has been instrumental in advancing Chelsea’s resurgence as one of the most desired places to live in greater Boston, is back at it again transforming another historic neighborhood. Bowen is both the exclusive broker and an investor…
Huntington Announces New COVID Protocols
The Huntington announces revised COVID protocols for the new musical Sing Street and all performances at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA. Face masks will be encouraged for evening performances and required for all matinee performances. The Huntington previously dropped…