By Adam Swift The planning board was receptive to the changes for a proposed apartment project at 46-48 Library St. at its meeting last week. The board voted to recommend the approval of the special permit and variances for the…
Reps. Garcia, Vargas Introduce PROTECT Act to Safeguard Access to Justice and Strengthen Massachusetts Courts
Special to the Record Representative Judith Garcia (D-Chelsea) and Representative Andy Vargas (D-Haverhill) joined members of the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus to formally introduce the PROTECT Act, An Act Promoting Rule of Law, Oversight, Trust, and Equal Constitutional…
Community Mourns the Loss of Legendary Businessman and Former Chamber President Frank Kowalski Sr.
By Cary Shuman The City of Chelsea is fondly remembering Frank Kowalski Sr., owner of Val’s Flowers and former president of the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Kowalski, a well-known, lifelong Chelsea resident and graduate of the Chelsea High School…
Chelsea Calling for Artists to Create Chick Corea Mural Under Tobin Bridge
Special to the Record The City of Chelsea is inviting artists and artist teams to submit proposals for a new public mural beneath the Tobin Bridge on Everett Avenue as part of the New England’s Foundation for the Arts’ 2025…
Senate Passes DiDomenico’s Young Reader Early Literacy Bill
Special to the Record The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed Senator Sal DiDomenico’s early literacy legislation that supports young learners by ensuring reading instruction is rooted in proven, evidence-based practices. DiDomenico first filed this bill last session and worked alongside advocates,…
City Celebrates 50 Years of Greg’s Service Center
By Adam Swift The city council celebrated 50 years of local business Greg’s Service Center at its meeting last week. Many of the councilors thanked Greg and his son Michael Evangelis and their family, along with long-time employees like Bobby…
Chelsea Celebrates Black History Month
By Adam Swift Chelsea is celebrating Black History Month with a number of events across the city in February. During last week’s meeting, the city council accepted a resolution celebrating February as Black History Month. The resolution states that in…
News in Brief
Chelsea Community Invited to Hear the State of the City The Chelsea community is invited to hear the State of the City Address as it is delivered by Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez to the Chelsea City Council on Monday,…
Boston Celtics Honor Massachusetts State Police Trooper Rassan Charles as Hero Among Us
Special to the Record Massachusetts State Police Trooper Rassan Charles was honored during the Boston Celtics vs. Portland Trail Blazers home game on Monday, January 26, for his calm, courageous response to a crisis on the Tobin Bridge. In November,…
CBC President Cromwell Announces 2026 Chelsea Trailblazers Award Honorees
Special to the Record Chelsea Black Community President Joan Cromwell has announced the recipients of the 2026 Black History Month’s Chelsea Trailblazers Awards. This year’s honorees are: community leader Anthony Martins, Pastor Keila Velez, former city councilor Damali Vidot, Chelsea…
Aquarium Welcomes New Members to Board of Trustees and Ambassador Council
Special to the Record The New England Aquarium is beginning 2026 with six new members joining its Board of Trustees and Ambassador Council. The Board of Trustees recently elected Danny Kalmar and Jane Willis to its ranks. Kalmar, who has…
Revere Beach Partnership hosts Annual Winter Wonderland on February 7
To celebrate the winter season at America’s First Public Beach, the Revere Beach Partnership will host its annual Winter Wonderland event on Saturday, February 7, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Waterfront Square on Revere Beach. This family-friendly winter…