President Trump’s recent tax overhaul has American CEOs feeling generous. Walmart and American Airlines are among the big companies giving employees bonuses of up to $1,000 each; Lockheed Martin is putting an additional $5 million toward employee pensions, and Cigna…
Month: March 2018
Letters to the Editor
Development is NOT a Dirty Word Dear Winthrop, I am writing you today in advance of our next council meeting on April 3. At that time, we will be hosting a Community Forum to discuss a number of issues about…
The Kids are Alright
The tremendous outpouring by young people all across the country this past weekend in support of meaningful gun control was absolutely spectacular. It is fair to say that no issue has galvanized America’s youth to such an extent since the…
Happy Passover And Happy Easter
One of the most significant religious holidays of the year for Jews and Christians alike occurs this week with the observances of Passover and Easter. Jews celebrate Passover as a commemoration of their liberation by God from slavery in ancient…
Sports 03-29-2018
From the Press Box Light Up Miller Field By: Jim Lederman The month of March is the 20th anniversary of the ‘Light Up Miller Field’ kick off to announce the fund raising project to install lights at Miller Field in…
Obituaries 03-29-2018
Pamela Grillo Longtime Vinfen manager Pamela M. Grillo of Atlantic Street, Winthrop passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on March 22. She was 74 years old. Born in Lowell, she was the beloved daughter of the late…
St Patty’s Day at United Methodist Church
Enjoying the craic together at the United Methodist Church St. Patrick’s Day dinner were Mary Don ovan, Autumn Buckley, Violet Buckley and Lacey Buckley. Valerie Millar and her crew served the holiday standard, prepared excellently: corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes,…
David Hubbard Recognized At Council Meeting
Historian David Hubbard has been keeping the history of Winthrop alive for years and the town council recognized him for his work with a citation at Tuesday night’s council meeting.
Frankie Fabiano Retires as Football Manager Ending 28-Year Career with WHS Football
Frankie Fabiano. It’s hard to go very far in this town without hearing the name that has a touch of celebrity and a hint of small town stardom. While he has been always a town staple, Frankie’s fame really started…
CASA Seeks Support:State Funding Grant Due to End on September 30
Community Action for Safe Alternatives (CASA), has been a fixture in town for more than 20 years, and while it has helped thousands of residents, it is now time for CASA to ask for help. CASA is facing the end…