Month: May 2024
Council Approves Creation of New Climate Commission
By Adam Swift A new Citizens Advisory Commission on Climate will aim to help town leaders tackle environmental issues and climate resiliency in Winthrop. The town council voted to approve establishing the new commission at its meeting on Tuesday night.…
Councilor Delays Vote on Pride Month Proclamation
By Adam Swift Councilor-at-Large Rob DeMarco used his council privilege to delay a vote on a Pride month proclamation for the month of June and the raising of the LGBTQIA+ Pride flag until the council’s June 4 meeting on Tuesday…
News Briefs
Memorial Day Brunch at Beachmont VFW Sen. and First Lt. Lydia Edwards cordially invites all residents to attend a Memorial Day Brunch on Friday, May 24, at the Beachmont VFW, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature…
Superintendent Addresses Budget, Finance Commission Meeting
By Adam Swift Discussion of the school department’s proposed FY25 budget, along with the potential of a Proposition 2-½ override proposal coming down the road for the FY26 budget, was the focus of Monday night’s school committee meeting. During her…
Winthrop’s Raneri To Represent State at Journalism Conference
Special to the Transcript Congratulations to WHS Junior Shannon Raneri for being selected to represent the state of Massachusetts at the 2024 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference The Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is an annual…
National Parks of Boston Participates in ‘Taps Across America’ on Memorial Day
Special to the Transcript On Monday, May 27 at 3:00 p.m. ET, the National Parks of Boston, USS Constitution, and the USS Constitution Museum will commemorate Memorial Day by participating in “Taps Across America.” This national event honors our nation’s…
Senator Edwards Leads Discussion During Winthrop Community Meeting on Winthrop’s Strategic Housing and Transportation Initiatives
Special to the Sun On May 6, Senator Lydia Edwards convened community members and local leaders to discuss Winthrop’s approach to the pressing housing and transportation needs as dictated by the Massachusetts MBTA Communities Law. The meeting was enhanced by…
Lest We Forget…
Although the Memorial Day weekend signifies the start of the summer season and is observed by families and friends who gather for barbecues and similar festivities, we should keep in mind that Memorial Day is our most solemn national holiday…
Enjoy the Weekend Safely
With predictions for a record travel weekend, we urge our readers to ensure that whatever our celebratory activities may be, we do so safely, both for ourselves and for our loved ones. If friends or family members are showing clear…