Chelsea Community News

Chelsea Community News is an independent, hyperlocal online newspaper serving residents of Chelsea and surrounding Manhattan neighborhoods with timely, community-centered journalism. Founded on April 23, 2019, by editor Scott Stiffler, the publication was created to provide accessible local news without paywalls, intrusive pop-up advertising, or barriers to readers seeking reliable neighborhood information. The outlet focuses on issues that directly affect daily life in Manhattan communities, including Chelsea, Flatiron and NoMad, the Meatpacking District, Hudson Yards, Hell’s Kitchen, Times Square, and the Penn Station area. Its reporting closely follows local governance and civic engagement, with detailed coverage of Manhattan Community Board 4, local elected officials, and public safety updates from the NYPD’s 10th Precinct. Chelsea Community News also prioritizes stories that reflect the lived experiences of residents. This includes extensive reporting on public housing developments managed by NYCHA, tenant advocacy efforts, neighborhood development debates, and issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to hard news, the publication highlights the neighborhood’s vibrant cultural life. Its arts coverage features recurring “Review Roundups” of Broadway productions and reporting on local performances, exhibitions, and cultural events, helping readers stay connected to the creative pulse of their community.