Speaker of the House Robert A, DeLeo joined town and Department of Conservation and Recreation officials in cutting the ribbon at a ceremony Wednesday morning at Short Beach, celebrating the conclusion of $4.2 million in improvements that the DCR made…
Month: August 2012
Walkway Dedicated to John Kilmartin
The walkway to the Belle Isle Marsh Reservation was dedicated in memory of John Kilmartin at a ceremony Saturday. Kilmartin was recognized for his conservation efforts at the marsh and his lifelong contributions to the community. Pictured at the ceremony…
LaMattina Versus Campatelli for Suffolk County Register of Probate
Winthrop residents going to the polls next Thursday have two options when voting for Suffolk County Register of Probate. Boston City Councillor Sal LaMattina is one possible choice. Patricia Campatelli is the other. The Register position race is one of…
Clerk of Courts Race Draws Interest in Hennigan/Dello Russo
Winthrop residents participating in the September 6 primary have two choices in the contest for the position of Criminal Clerk of the Suffolk County Superior Court. Two Democrats are running for the post, present clerk Maura Hennigan and former Assistant…
Winthrop Athletic Sub-committee Gets Ready for Fall Season
With the fall sports season almost underway, the Winthrop Athletic Sub-Committee had plenty to discuss at their last meeting. “I can’t tell you how happy I am with how the season is beginning. It’s so well-organized,” said Athletic Director Peter…
Winthrop Students and Teachers Report Back to School
In the final weeks before starting school, students finally look at the summer reading list, shop last-minute for supplies, and consult with their friends on the back-to-school clothing trend. For John Macero, who is beginning his second year as Superintendent…
Another Summer : A Glorious Summer Season Comes to an End
When we look back on the summer of 2012, which is coming to an end within the next few days, we’ll think of an endless stream of warm, sun-drenched days that made it about as perfect a summer season as…
School is Back : Commuters Need to Be Aware of School Children
Those of us who commute to work in the mornings have been spoiled for the past 10 weeks or so thanks to the lack of school buses, schoolchildren at crosswalks, and parents frantically driving their kids to school. Commuting is…
A Fine Day for the Town : Dedication of Short Beach Marks a Big Improvement for Winthrop
There can be no doubt that the Short Beach project has beautified that entire area on the Revere-Winthrop line, greatly improving that entrance to our town. The dedication ceremony held Wednesday morning certainly marked a successful project that has not…
Police Blotter 08-30-2012
Monday, August 20 A shirt was found at the First Church United Methodist. Party may be living on church property. Officer searched the property unable to locate anyone. Party identified and was transported to hospital last night. Property put in…