There could soon be more affordable home ownership opportunities in Chelsea, thanks to a change in the proposed development of the former Salvation Army building on Broadway. At Monday night’s City Council meeting, City Manager Thomas Ambrosino updated the council…
Council Approves Making One-Way Broadway Permanent
The City Council approved making the One-Way Broadway shared bike and bus lane pilot program permanent at its Monday night meeting. The pilot program was approved in 2020, and includes one lane of vehicular traffic with a shared bike/bus lane…
News in Briefs
Arnie Jarmak: Photographing Chelsea Exhibit The McMullen Museum welcomes Chelsea residents and their guests for an afternoon celebrating the artist and his photography for the Chelsea Record, featured in the current exhibition, Arnie Jarmak: Photographing Chelsea in Transition, 1977–89. Join us for opportunities…
On the Campaign Trail
Maura Healey Endorses Judith García Gubernatorial candidate Maura Healey recently announced her support for Chelsea City Councilor Judith Garcia’s state representative campaign. The news comes after both candidates won their Democratic primaries on September 6. Healey has more than 15…
Chelsea Rotary Club Installation of Officers Dinner
Rick Gopen takes office as president; Jay Ash named Rotarian of the Year The Rotary Club of Chelsea held its Installation of Officers Dinner Sept. 20 at Anthony’s, Malden. Rick Gopen was installed as the 96th president of the Rotary…
Four Residents To Participate in Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk
Four residents from Chelsea will participate in the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai on Sunday, October 2. Jess Rush, Cristian Jimenez, Yareli Arenas, and Casey Fields, along with thousands of other walkers, will participate in the iconic…
MBTA Launches Online Applications for Tap and Blind Access Customers
The MBTA announced that eligible riders can now apply online for a new, renewal, or replacement TAP CharlieCard or Blind Access CharlieCard. People with disabilities (including low vision) and Medicare cardholders are eligible for reduced MBTA fares with a TAP…
Josh Kraft Honored in Special Ceremony at BGCB
Special to the Record Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston (BGCB) honored former Nicholas President and CEO Josh Kraft’s nearly 30 years with the organization with a special dedication ceremony. Club leadership, donors, members and guests gathered to commemorate the…
Hurricane Fiona Is a Wake-Up Call
We’re all aware by now that climate change is dramatically impacting our weather, particularly by increasing the intensity of major weather events such as hurricanes. In our little corner of the world, significant weather events have been few and far…
Alcohol Ignition Interlocks Would Be A Good Idea
The National Highway Transportation Board (NTSB) recently made the recommendation that automobile manufacturers should be required to install ignition interlock devices (IID) into all new motor vehicles to prevent those who drink alcohol from operating a motor vehicle. According to…
Guest Op-Ed: Make Today a Good Day
Dr. Glenn Mollette Life is one day at a time. You don’t have tomorrow. You hope for tomorrow but it’s not guaranteed. We plan for tomorrow. We save for tomorrow and look forward to tomorrow. Today is what we have.…
CHS Roundup
CHS Football Team To Host East Boston Friday Night The Chelsea High football team will be seeking its first win of the season when the Red Devils host the East Boston Jets tomorrow evening (Friday) under the lights at Chelsea…