Council to Consider Rental Moratorium Request to ZBA
The City Council will soon take up a resolution calling for a moratorium on rentals in Chelsea. The resolution was presented by Council President Roy Avellaneda at last week’s council meeting, and is headed for a council subcommittee meeting, which…
School Committee, Custodial and Cafeteria Workers Agree to New Contract
A new three-year contract will see raises and some additional benefits for the school district’s security monitors and maintenance and cafeteria workers. The School Committee approved the collective bargaining agreement with the union representing the workers last week. “This year,…
Council President Honored by Massachusetts Association of Hispanic Attorneys
City Council President Roy Avellaneda was selected as this year’s recipient of the Social Responsibility Award by the Massachusetts Association of Hispanic Attorneys. Avellaneda was scheduled to address the MAHA at its awards ceremony on Thursday night. “It’s an honor…
Programs Available for Homeowners Impacted by COVID
If the current community engagement process to help prioritize the spending of over $15 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) identifies a need to help homeowners impacted by Covid-19, City Manager Thomas Ambrosino said the city will develop…
Leo Robinson Announces His Candidacy for Re-Election
Councilor at-large Leo Robinson, five term President of the City Council, announces his re-electoin campaign with these words: “I’m all in.” The following is his statement. I am a lifelong resident of Chelsea, family man, homeowner, Veteran of the United…
Yalile Maldonado Appointed to Salem State University Board of Trustees
Yalile Maldonado, of Shrewsbury, has been appointed to the Salem State University Board of Trustees by Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker. Maldonado grew up in Chelsea, Massachusetts and currently serves as an adolescent social worker for the Massachusetts Department of Children…
The Chelsea Fire Department Hosts Open House at Central Fire Station
The Chelsea Fire Department hosted an Open House Saturday at the Central Fire Station. Fire Department Educator Omar Frometa said the event was part of Fire Prevention Week and was designed to strengthen the department’s relationship with the community, with…
Attorney Olivia Anne Walsh Reappointed to the Chelsea Human Rights Commission
Chelsea Attorney Olivia Anne Walsh has been reappointed to the Chelsea Human Rights Commission by City Manager Tom Ambrosino for a term of office to expire on June 30, 2024. Consider contacting the Chelsea Human Rights Commission if you live…
Dr. Almi G. Abeyta and Blanca Restrepo Recognized at Latinos for Education Summit
On Thursday, October 7, Superintendent of Chelsea Public Schools Dr. Almi G. Abeyta and Berkowitz Elementary School Principal Blanca Restrepo were recognized with awards at the State of Latino Education Summit as presented by Latinos for Education. Dr. Abeyta received…
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Holds Lively Country Western Day
Cohen Florence Levine Estates Assisted Living was recently transformed into a colorful country jamboree. Festivities included popular country music songs, Western style food, creative costumes and fun-filled games. The Activity Room was the place to be as staff and residents…
News In Brief
Chelsea Vaccine Rates Are among Best in State The City of Chelsea leads the State of Massachusetts in youth vaccination rates (ages 12-19), and owns the highest overall vaccination rates statewide among the 20 prioritized communities featured in the Vaccine Equity…