By Dr. Talia Lewis At this time of year, many of us travel long distances to reunite with parents, siblings and extended family. In addition to the meals and celebrations, the annual holiday visit can be a good opportunity to…
Month: November 2019
The Friday Night Miracle: Vikings Score 22 in Final Six Minutes for 36-35 Win
The Winthrop High football team put together what ranks as the greatest comeback in the annals of the Viking gridiron program, scoring 22 points in the final six minutes of play, to earn a stunning 36-35 victory over the Greater…
Winthrop Flag Football Team Ready to Take on Revere in Annual Game
There is a familiar name at quarterback and a speedster in the backfield and Winthrop High Flag Football Coach John Cross is hoping that duo and other talented players can help the Vikings defeat Revere High in the annual game…
Zampanti Competing on Assumption’s Ice Hockey Team
The Assumption College Department of Athletics has announced that Michael Zampanti, of Winthrop, has earned a spot on the 2019-20 Men’s Ice Hockey team. The Hounds are ranked third in the Northeast-10 Preseason Coaches’ Poll and concluded their 2018-19 season…
Obituaries 11-21-2019
Kenneth Michael O’Connell Electrician Kenneth Michael O’Connell of Bridgton ME, formerly of Winthrop, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 16 at the age of 45 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kenny was an IBEW Local 103 electrician for…
Town Honors Veterans Monday, Nov. 11
News Brief
‘In Celebration of Sprinklers,’ The 2019 WIHA Auction to Preserve a Winthrop Treasure Save the date! The Winthrop Improvement & Historical Association (WIHA) is excited to announce, “In Celebration of Sprinklers,†a 2019 WIHA Holiday Auction taking place on Friday,…
Faison Provides Program Updates to Councilors
At the Town Council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 7, Town Manager Austin Faison shared updates on two issues impacting Winthrop and its citizens: the town’s new online work order system and a new initiative to evaluate public opinion. -SeeClickFix Faison…
Winthrop Receives Grant for Pedestrian Safety at Gorman Fort Banks School
A grant in the amount of $6,000 has been awarded to the town for the use of improving the safety and visibility of students and caregivers walking to and from the Gorman Fort Banks (GFB) School. The funding will be…
Student Highlight: Bryan Conceiciao Has the Traits of a True Winthrop Viking
Seventeen-year-old Bryan Conceiciao has been described as a first-class student-athlete, who strives for compassion and professionalism inside the classroom and in the sports arena. Known as a role model amongst his classmates, Conceiciao is the type of person any teacher…