While Emily Donovan will miss the familiarity of Winthrop’s small-town perks, she is looking forward to her new adventure at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. From the moment that Donovan set foot on the campus, she loved everything about the university that…
Month: August 2019
Repucci Will Retire as Executive Director of CAPIC
Robert S. Repucci, executive director of CAPIC for the past 41 years, will be retiring from the agency that assists residents in Winthrop, Revere and Chelsea. Repucci, who has worked at CAPIC in various capacities since 1972, publicly announced his…
Encore Boston Harbor Set to Give Away Sports Car : New Red Card Promotions Allow Free Parking During the Week By Seth Daniel
Encore Boston Harbor is looking to put a little pizzazz in the Labor Day weekend with a full day of giveaways and fun on Sunday, Sept. 1, a day that will culminate with a drawing to give away a McLaren…
Winthrop Kids Join Save the Harbor/Save the Bay for Free Cruises to the Boston Harbor Islands
In early August, 32 young people from the Winthrop Parks and Recreation summer program set sail to the Boston Harbor Islands on Bay State Cruise Company’s flagship Provincetown II on a free All Access Boston Harbor cruise hosted by Save…
School Officials Gear Up for New School Year
On Tuesday, September 3, Winthrop Public Schools will open its doors to kick off the 2019-2020 school year. During the remaining days of summer, teachers will be busy setting up class-rooms, putting together lesson plans, and sending out supply lists.…
Teaching More than Just Dance: Nicole Zervas Dance Academy
By Sydney Ciano Nicole Paolo, director of Nicole Zervas Dance Academy (NZDA), started dancing as a way to express emotion – a tool of communication. She opened her studio with the same goal in mind, with the help from her…
Several Great Reading Ideas to Inspire Young Students
StatePoint) A new school year means new classes, new teachers and new schedules. At home, you can riff on this theme with new books that spark interest in different subjects. To open doors for young minds, consider the following titles:…
Make a Point to Prepare for the New School Year
(StatePoint) Teachers, students and families busy prepping for the year ahead all know that having the right supplies in and out of the classroom can help pave the way for a successful back-to-school season. With that in mind, consider these…
Save Time and Money on Back-To-School Shopping With These Tips
(StatePoint) New grade levels and new routines mean it’s time to purchase back-to-school essentials that will help make this year a success. Though this time of year can be stressful for parents, a few tips below will go a long…
Five Ways to Set Up the Perfect Workstation
(StatePoint) Before the school year kicks into high gear, it’s important to give yourself the tools needed for academic success and maximum organization. Here are five ideas to set up the perfect workstation: 1. Clear up clutter. First, determine how…