Charles Ingersoll Of Winthrop Charles G. Ingersoll of Winthrop died on August 7. He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Sarno), devoted father of Charles Ingersoll of Melrose, David Ingersoll and Mark Ingersoll, both of Saugus and step father of…
Month: August 2013
Help Richie Scannelli Pay His Medical Bills
After a brutal attack on Revere native Richie Scannelli – a mentally disabled man – in Winthrop last week by a group of teens, the 57-year-old has incurred significant medical bills after many hours of surgery and care. David and…
Larsen Rink at Eruzione Center is Now Open for Indoor Activities
The Larsen Rink at the Mike Eruzione Center is more than just a rink now. It is full-fledged indoor recreational facility whose potential has no bounds. Thanks to a generous donation of a new floor by the Viking Pride Foundation,…
Eric Gaynor to Leave Winthrop Chamber: Steps Down to Pursue Accounting Degree
For 11 years Eric Gaynor, Executive Director of the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, has been working with the community to beautify the town, expand local businesses, and frame the neighborhood around families. He has made lifelong friendships, discovered his passions…
Panel Discussion Held on Rising Sea Levels in Boston Harbor
Bold federal action on climate solutions will help safeguard our communities, create good jobs and build a stronger economy, according to participants in a panel discussion on climate change last Wednesday at the UMass Club. The panel discussion – which…
Suspect Sought for Car Break-ins
Police Chief Terence Delehanty is cautioning motor vehicle owners to keep their vehicles locked after a rash of car breaks in the town early Tuesday morning. Delehanty said an individual or individuals broke into 12 different vehicles and took items…
MGH to Help with Community Health Assessment
Town Manager James McKenna announced this week that the Winthrop Health Department and CASA (Community Against Substance Abuse) will be entering into an agreement with the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Community Health Improvement to assist the town in performing…
Lock Your Cars: Don’t Make It Easy for Petty Thieves
It wasn’t pleasant to read in this week’s Sun-Transcript that there were a dozen motor vehicle breaks this past week with various items stolen from the cars and trucks of our hard-working residents (which the miscreants responsible for these deeds…
Excellent Evaluation: Council’s Affirmation of Mckenna Comes as No Surprise
It comes as no surprise that Town Manager James McKenna received an evaluation at the “excellent†level from the Town Council. Council President Peter Gill praised McKenna for bringing a new culture to town government. Since his arrival, McKenna has…
August is Here: Dog Days or Not, Enjoy the Last of Summer
Yes, the days have become noticeably shorter and there has been a chill in the air at night. Andwhen the calendar turns to August, , it’s sort of a signal that the new school year is not that far away…