Ever since the 1950s, we Americans have prided ourselves on the success of our capitalist system, which has provided material wealth for generations. Back in the days of the Cold War (from the end of WWII until the fall of…
Month: April 2022
Americans Also Are on the Front Lines
Although we may feel relief that the horrific images from Ukraine of the genocidal actions of Putin’s army against the civilian population are half a world away, every American literally is on the front lines of this terrible conflict thanks…
Guest Op-Ed: Bad Jokes and Slapping People
By Dr. Glenn Mollette In a civil, polite society we shouldn’t run around slapping comedians, politicians, radio or television personalities, or musical performers. The list goes on and includes everyone. Will Smith’s stunt of slapping comedian Chris Rock at the…
WHS Sports Roundup
A Perfect “10†for WHS Baseball in Season-Opener The Winthrop High baseball team opened its season on a positive note with a 10-0 victory over Boston Collegiate Charter School this past Tuesday at Veterans Field. The contest originally had been…
Obituaries 04-07-2022
Richard Gay Carpenter Richard J. Gay of Winthrop passed away on March 31. He was 42 years old. Born in Boston, the beloved son of Richard Gay and his wife, Jane and Camille Racca (Rossi), he was a graduate of…