Senate Passes Bill to Expand Language Opportunities for Students
The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed legislation that updates the existing statute relative to English language education in public schools to encompass the…
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Legislature Passes Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The Massachusetts Legislature enacted the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act last week, establishing protections that guarantee reasonable accommodations and safety measures for pregnant…
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Chelsea Collaborative Wins Constitutional Case On Voting Registration
When the presidential election loomed last fall, Chelsea resident Edma Ortiz grew worried about what the outcome might mean for immigrants and…
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Sen DiDomenico’s Appointment Is Outstanding
State Senator Sal DiDomenico has been appointed by Senate President Stan Rosenberg to chair the newly-created Italian Caucus of the Massachusetts legislature,…
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Police Briefs 07-13-2017
LITTLE OFFICER During a detail assignment the previous week, Officer Robert Moschella grabbed a plastic police badge from his vehicle and presented…
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Small Relief:New Chelsea Street Bridge Driver Notification System Debuts
The Chelsea Street Bridge has become the bane of existence for more than a few residents that need to cross between Eastie…
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Chelsea High Graduates the Largest, Most Accomplished Class in Many Years
By Seth Daniel Graduating seniors processing into the gym during the opening ceremony. It was the largest class in 15 years at…
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MassPort Reports that Runway Closures Will End on June 23
Approximately one month into the work, the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) announced this week that the Runway 4R-22L Resurfacing and Approach Light…
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Police Briefs 06-15-2017
NO BAIL IN FATAL BEATING A Chelsea man will continue to be held without bail in the beating death of 32-year-old Melvin…
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Technology is Killing Us
Technology frequently is described as having both positive and negative aspects. Undoubtedly, technological progress delivers substantial advantages, yet those same advances often…
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