Council President Ron Vecchia Will Not Seek Reelection
On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Winthrop Town Council President Ron Vecchia announced to his campaign team and supporters that he will not be seeking reelection in November. Council President Vecchia, who is 72, told the Transcript that his decision to retire…
Legislative Luncheon
Council Decides Not to Fund Town’s Water & Sewer Rate Cost Study
At the council meeting on Tuesday, September 3, Town Manager Austin Faison requested that Council transfer $25,000 from its reserve to fund a Water & Sewer Rate Cost Study. While his request was approved 2-1 in subcommittee, Council rejected it…
News Briefs
Marathon Mutts Celebrates and Says Thanks It has been one year since Marathon Mutts, Winthrop’s dog walking and cat care provider, opened its doors for business. It all started with a dream, that soon became a reality, and owner Nellie…
School District Partners Up With Fire and Police
Superintendent Lisa Howard has made it her mission to maintain a safe school atmosphere for both staff and students, and she has recruited the help of the fire and police departments to enforce a very specific safety protocol for the…