The President’s Day long weekend is upon us, a time when we can take a bit of a respite from the onslaught of winter (which finally started getting into gear this week) and enjoy time with our families during the…
Month: February 2016
Sports 02-11-2016
WHS sports roundup Vikings qualify for state tourney The Winthrop High boys hockey team qualified for the post-season MIAA state tournament with a 6-0 shutout of Somerville last Wednesday. The Vikings assumed command of the contest from the outset, skating…
Obituaries 02-11-2016
Ryan Turner Veterinary Technician Ryan M. Turner of Manchester, NH, formerly of Winthrop, passed away suddenly at the age of 34 on February 4. Ryan was a graduate of Winthrop High School, Class of 1999. He was active in football…
Winthrop Chamber Honors Those Who Make a Differnce
Veterans and American Legion members gather with Patriot Award recipient Roger Oliveira of Center Café. Roger is best known for his Veterans Day Dinner at the Cafe, and his overall support of those who served our country.
Officials Seek Residents to Get Involved in Centre Plan
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Talk about doing something to the Centre Business District has been going on for years and Tuesday night the Town Council got a briefing on the possibilities that exist for the area and they want to…
Boncore Announces for State Senate Seat
Joseph Boncore, an attorney and lifelong Winthrop resident, has announced that he will be a candidate for the State Senate in the First Suffolk and Middlesex District. Boncore is well known to Winthrop voters who have benefited from his exceptional…
News Briefs
FIREFIGHTERS BATTLE ATTIC FIRE Winthrop firefighters were call to 80 Johnson Ave. for a house fire Friday evening, Jan. 29. Smoke and fire were observed in the attic and roof area. According to Fire Chief Paul Flanagan, the home had…
Police Blotter 02-04-2016
Monday, January 25 Caller on Cross Street called and reported a possible mistreatment of a dog near Miller Field, 92 and ACO officer responding to the area. Party reports some sections on Veterans Road still need to be cleared. DPW…
Letter to the Editor
On this election Last month I commented on national politics, but it’s important to note that local politics are equally important, if not more so. Tonight I have the honor and privilege of meeting Lydia Edwards, candidate for our coveted…
Speaker Robert Deleo’s Speech Before House on Agenda
By Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo Colleagues: I am proud to stand before you today to mark the beginning of a new year and discuss our agenda; an agenda shaped by conversations with each of you, whether here…