On Saturday, March 16th, Chelsea’s eighth grade boys’ basketball team accomplished a great feat; eleven of our city’s student athletes won the Shamrock Tournament championship game. This win is only the beginning of a series of victories that I envision for our Chelsea youth. From day one of practice, my message to all of...
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Obituaries 03-28-2013
David Reardon, Sr. Former Member of Chelsea Moose David A. Reardon, Sr. of Chelsea passed away at the Whidden Memorial Hospital in Everett on March 22. He was 73 years old. Born in Brockton, the son of the late Francis and Ethel (Betts) Reardon, he moved to Chelsea with his parents when he was...
Silver Line Talk Stops in Chelsea
A host of state transportation officials came to City Hall last week to discuss the potential extension of the MBTA’s Silver Line to Chelsea. If the number of attendees was any indication as to the level of interest local public transportation riders have in the prospects, the standing room only crowd seemed to be...
35th Anniversary Celebration
John’s Pizza held its 35th anniversary celebration March 17 at the popular pizza and sub shop on Central Avenue. The event featured a special appearance by founder John Falzone. Pictured, from left, are Janet Falzone, Jessica Falzone, Michael Falzone, John Falzone, Christian Falzone, Gianni Falzone, Nicholas Falzone, and Nichole Doucette.
Tenants at CHA Up in Arms over McLaughlin Plea Agreement
A very, very powerful movement of Chelsea Housing Authority (CHA) tenants has begun to organize over the past several weeks aimed at the outrages that are coming to light about former Executive Director Michael McLaughlin – and the breaking point in the explosion of the movement has apparently been what is seen by most...
Ethanol Study Makes Recommendations
After the state’s Ethanol Transportation Study was unveiled Monday night in Chelsea, one thing was quite apparent: there’s not much that can be done to stop anything coming through on the railroads. What can be done is pretty straightforward and limited. Certainly, one thing that can be had is a robust public discussion –...
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WIRETAPS DISCUSSED WITH CHIEFS Area police chiefs were at the State House recently to discuss critical legislative matters important to the law enforcement community. Pictured at one such meeting is (l to r) Senator Sal DiDomenico, Chelsea Police Chief Brian Kyes, Everett Police Chief Steven Mazzie and Rep. Gene O’Flaherty. Chiefs Mazzie and Kyes...
A Really Valuable Community Resource
The local art scene has really come to life in recent years. Longtime residents can remember that the only local live theater one could get was either a school play or watching at that time the old Board of Aldermen in action on cable television. Today that has changed. We actually have a legitimate...
Clark Avenue Middle School Students Visit the United Nations
Seven Clark Avenue Middle School students, members of the school’s International Relations Club (IRC) visited the United Nations in a day trip to New York City on Friday, March 1st. Grade 7 teachers and chaperones Bryan Sheckman and Stephanie Haffa accompanied the students. The group toured the UN, visiting the chambers of the Security...
Chelsea Collaborative Visits DC
Fifteen members and staff of the Chelsea Collaborative participated in the First National Senate Hearings on Immigration Reform in Washington, DC, this February. “It was amazing,” says Yessenia Alfaro, Director of Organizing, Social and Economics Department. “It was exciting because we met with congressmen, the Chief of Staff, and Senator Elizabeth Warren.” At American...
Chelsea Pride Joins Northeast Junior High Football League
The Chelsea Pride Youth Football and Cheerleading organization has a new home. The Chelsea teams have joined the Northeast Junior High Football League which has been in existence for more than 30 years. The league is made up of teams from southern New Hampshire (Bedford, Derry, Londonderry, Manchester, Merrimack, Souhegan, Sanborn and Timberlane) and...
Obituaries 03-21-2013
Marguerite ‘Rita’ Rich Belgian War Bride Marguerite J. “Rita” (Toussaint) Rich, a longtime Chelsea resident, passed away on March 16 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital following a brief illness. She was 90 years old. Born and raised in Belgium, the daughter of the late Joseph and Maria (Collard) Toussaint), she attended school while living in...
Council Looking for ‘Better Deal’ in Sending Fire Union Contract Back for Discussion
In a move by the City Council seen as strongly pro-taxpayer, a resolution was approved at Monday night’s meeting to have the Firefighter’s Union sit back down with the City and work on a new contract. The Council has discussed the Superior Police Officers contract and the Fire Contract recently in committee meetings, and...
Local Parishes Mirror Excitement Felt Around the World over Pope’s Election
Parishes across Chelsea and Revere are seemingly giving a big thumbs up to last week’s Vatican vote to elevate Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio to the position of Pope Francis. They like that he’s an Italian immigrant. They like that he’s from the Americas. They like that he speaks Spanish. And they like the fact...
Woods Will Present Performance On Sojourner Truth Tonight at CPL
Noted actress Kathryn Woods will present a special historical performance tonight at 6 at the Chelsea Public Library. Woods will be performing a show, “A Woman Ain’t I? that focuses on the life of Sojourner Truth, who was born a slave in upstate New York. Truth delivered her most famous speech, “Ain’t I A...
Local Dignitaries Paint Bowls to Help out the Chelsea Hunger Network
City Manager Jay Ash, Police Chief Brian Kyes, Fire Chief Robert Better, Centro Latino Executive Director Juan Vega, Community Relations Officer Sammy Mojica, and The Neighborhood Developers Director of Community Engagement Melissa Walsh painted “celebrity bowls” that will be available for sale at the Second Annual Chelsea Empty Bowls event on April 25 at...
Appreciation: Philip D. Fixman Set a High Standard of Excellence as a Constable
Philip D. Fixman, who served as a constable in Chelsea for 53 years and established the standards of professionalism by which constables do their jobs today, died on Feb. 25 following a brief illness. He was 89. Phil moved to Fremont Avenue in Chelsea more than 60 years ago and lived in a home...
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?: Tracy Syverain, That’s Who
Chelsea resident and Chelsea High graduate Tracy Syverain was announced this week as a contestant on the popular ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ game show – with her appearance coming today, March 14th. The show with Syverain will appear on WCVB Boston (ABC) at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14th. While the details couldn’t...
Former Planning Board Member Gets Long Prison Sentence for Fraud
White collar criminals beware, the U.S. Attorney’s Office isn’t playing around with investment scammers. That was proven on Tuesday with the sentencing of Chelsea investment advisor, and former Planning Board member, Gary Martel to more than 7 years in federal prison and $6.5 million in restitution and forfeiture payments. The news came just weeks...
After 25 Years, ROCA Focuses in on Stats and Outcomes
Nearly seven years ago, ROCA founder and CEO Molly Baldwin gathered her staff in a conference room and decided to address a question that had been nagging her for some time. While everyone in Chelsea, Revere and other nearby locales loved and praised ROCA for its work with gang members and local youth, the...
On Mike McLaughlin
We were hoping that our outrage would die down after hearing that former Chelsea Housing Authority Director Mike McLauglin might walk if he turns out to be a good helper and offer up some other politicians to the U.S. Attorney’s office. We are very disappointed in this deal by the US Attorney’s office. In...
Police Briefs 03-14-2013
3/4/13 Charles McCarthy, 18, 112 Wells Ave., Boston, MA, was arrested for default warrant and felony warrants. Henry Santos, 28, 70 Graves Rd., Revere, was arrested for operation of motor vehicle unlicensed. David Penney, 47, 376 Ocean Ave., Revere, was arrested for operation of motor vehicle with suspended/revoked license, license not in possession after...
Chelsea Youth Basketball League Championship Games Set for Saturday
The Chelsea Youth Basketball League will conduct its championship games of the playoffs Saturday at the Jordan Boys and Girls Club. The Celtics defeated the Celtics, 45-26, in the Senior League semifinal. Carlos Vasquez scored 15 points while Malcolm Norman tallied 11 points for the Celtics. Steven Lacy and Giovanni Ricardo Vincente each had...
Obituaries 03-14-2013
Robert Katzman Of Chelsea, formerly of Malden Robert Katzman of Chelsea, formerly of Malden, passed away on March 7. He was the beloved husband of Adele (Karnow) Katzman; dear brother of Myer Katzman, Sidney Katzman and the late Joseph Katzman; loving uncle of Elliot and his wife, Donna, Scott and his wife, Robin, Alan,...
