Month: July 2016

Police Blotter 07-14-2016

Monday, July 4 Caller reports possible unexploded fireworks floated up to the shoreline near the Landing. W93 dispatched to investigate and reports WFD recovered items from the water and will handle. Party on Shirley Street requesting medical for her elderly…

Letters to the Editor

Looking at the CBD Dear Editor: My vision for the Center Business District (“CBD”) and old middle school property includes a vibrant and active Town Centre, thriving small businesses and great restaurants, music, culture, and friendly people. The June 28th…

Congratulations,Peg Lyons

We join the community in congratulating Peg Lyons, executive director of the Winthrop Housing Authority, on receiving the 2016 Unsung Hero Award from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Peg Lyons has been an unsung, but vital voice for residents town-wide ensuring that…

Sports 07-14-2016

From The Press Box The Game By: Jim Lederman The Winthrop Summer Basketball League was one of the most popular summer sports for  Winthrop youth for over 50 years. The league would hold an all-star game that would attract the…

Obituaries 07-14-2016

Jerome (Jerry) Falbo Of California, formerly of Winthrop Jerome (Jerry) Falbo of Huntington Beach, California, formerly of Winthrop, passed away on June 28. Jerry was a graduate of Winthrop High School where he participated in football, hockey and soccer. He…

News Briefs

THURSDAY SUMMER CONCERTS AND MOVIE NIGHTS Winthrop Parks and Recreation will be hosting movies and concerts at Ingleside Park. Movies will be held on July 14 and 28 plus August 4 and 18 beginning at sunset (approximately 8:30 pm). Concerts…