It was 80 years ago this week that the final big battle of WWII in Western Europe — the Battle of the Bulge — got underway. In brief, the Battle of the Bulge marked a last-ditch counter-offensive by the German…
Month: December 2024
Letter to the Editor
In Response to Town Council Vote on 3A Dear Editor, I am responding to a couple of recent letters regarding the Town Council’s vote on the Planning Board’s 3A recommendation. The first letter writer stated that the Town Councilors who…
Guest Op-Ed: Some anniversaries remembered and some forgotten
By John J. Henry Anniversaries are a time to look back, to celebrate milestones and achievements; it is also a time to remember the misfortunes and hardships that some of the members of our society experienced leading to the creation…
Nick’s Pick
Cappuccio commits to Boston University By Cary Shuman Nick Cappuccio, one of the most accomplished student-athletes in the history of Winthrop High School, has committed to Boston University where he will run track in the Terriers’ Division 1 program. Cappuccio,…
Newest Member of an Exclusive Club
Martucci scores her 100th career point, and then adds a hat trick in Vikes’ 7-0 victory By Cary Shuman If you’re going to enter the 100-point career club, you may as well enter in style (three goals, one assist) and…
WHS Sports Roundup
Winthrop girls hoop tops Swampscott, 32-26 The Winthrop High girls basketball team opened its 2025 season with a satisfying 32-26 triumph at Northeastern Conference (NEC) South rival Swampscott this past Tuesday. The Lady Big Blue had been the Lady Vikings’…
Obituaries 12-19-2024
Danielle Aucella Dichiara Longtime resident of Winthrop Danielle Aucella Dichiara of Winthrop passed away at home on December 16, 2024. She was 49 years old. Born in Boston, she was the beloved daughter of the Sheila (Barry) and the late…
Amy’s Breakfast with Santa
School Comm. to Continue Discussion of Possible Override at Monday Meeting
By Adam Swift There will be another chance for public input on a proposed school budget override at the school committee’s regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 16. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 6 p.m. in the Harvey…
Chelsea in Talks to Join Winthrop and Revere in Regional Dispatch Operations
By Adam Swift Chelsea could soon be joining the Metro North Regional Emergency Communication Center (RECC) alongside neighbors Winthrop and Revere, according to a joint letter from the leaders of the three communities. “This initiative, which has been in the…