John ‘Raff’ Raffaele Member of International Union of Operating Engineers John “Raff†Raffaele of Winthrop, formerly of East Boston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 20. John was a member of International Union of Operating Engineers (I.U.O.E.)…
Month: May 2016
DCR Hires Engineering Firm to Assist with Beach Project
By Kate Anslinger Residents came out to voice their opinions on the state of Winthrop Beach’s re-nourishment and restoration project. The $25 million project that was launched to provide storm protection and recreation for the shoreline, has resulted in an…
Teen Faces Hate Crime Charges
By Sue Ellen Woodcock An 18-year-old Winthrop teen was released from East Boston District Court on $500 bail last Friday after being arraigned on charges of breaking and entering, vandalism, and allegedly drawing swastikas on a board in Winthrop High…
Miller Field Debt-Exclusion Override for $9.8M
By Sue Ellen Woodcock It took town officials a couple weeks to determine the best number for the Miller Field debt-exclusion override vote set for June 21 – now voters will say yes or no to keeping the project capped…
News Briefs
Democratic Town Committee meets The Winthrop Town Democratic meeting will be held on May 25 at 7 p.m. at the Robert DeLeo Senior Center, 35 Harvard St. the agenda will include planning an end of the year summer BBQ and…
Police Blotter 05-19-2016
Monday, May 9 Citation issued for marked lanes violation on Washington Avenue. Party brought a LG phone to the station it that was found at Almont and Revere Streets. Party called on the phone and spoke to owner who will…
Letter to the Editor
Bothered by article Dear Editor: The Winthrop Sun Transcript is typically very supportive of our men and women serving in the the United States military, along with supporting our military veterans organizations such as our local VFW, the American Legion…
Winthrop Catholic Woman’s Club
Congratulations to the Winthrop Catholic Woman’s Club for their generosity in presenting scholarships to students at their gathering Monday night. This terrific showing of support for our students is an annual gesture and we know how much the students and…
Winthrop Housing Authority Thanks Boncore
State Sen. Joseph Boncore attended his final Winthrop Housing Authority meeting Tuesday and the board thanked him for his outstanding work as a member and the chairman. Boncore was required to step down from the board as he takes on…
Gov Baker’s ‘Time’ in Winthrop
The event held for Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito last Thursday at the Cash family compound on Point Shirley overlooking the harbor was certainly an enjoyable gathering for the many Winthrop residents and supporters who were in…