By Joshua Resnek  It appears as though Essex Attorney James McKenna will be the man to lead Winthrop for the next few years. McKenna, who worked as the chief assistant to the former mayor of Gloucester, as an assistant…
Author: Cary Shuman
Our New Town Manager – James McKenna will start his job during an exciting and important time in Winthrop’s history
A new era in Winthrop town government is about to begin. Town Council President Thomas Reilly will announce at Tuesday’s council meeting that James McKenna, who is an attorney, is his recommendation for the position of Winthrop town manager. Mr.…
Yes, Basketball Season – Adult League is ready to begin
If the calendar says June is approaching, then it’s time for another season of the Winthrop Adult Summer Basketball League. We’ve always liked the manner in which Peter Grimes has organized and coordinated the basketball league in this town. Yes,…
Big Papi – Slugger’s woes show how hard the game really is
David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox, affectionately known as Big Papi to his legion of fans, is struggling at the plate. During the past five years, he was arguably the greatest clutch hitter the Red Sox ever had, helping…
Obituaries – 05/26/09
Charlotte Marcus, 91 Retired Secretary  Charlotte (Savel) Marcus of Winthrop died on May 23 at the Cape Heritage Nursing Home in Sandwich. She was 91 years old. Mrs. Marcus was born in Winthrop, attended Winthrop schools and high school…
Breaking News: Council President Tom Reilley will recommend that Attorney James McKenna be named the new town manager of Winthrop.
Read Thursday’s Transcript for all the news.
Affirmative action – Residents approve eight of 10 override questions
By Cary Shuman [email protected] Winthrop residents voted to approve eight of the 10 questions in Tuesday’s Proposition 2 1/2 override election, sending a clear message that they want institutions such as the public library and senior center to remain open…
Finn named MVP of the NEC South
Courtney Finn added yet another laurel to her already legendary athletic career at Winthrop High School (WHS) by being named the Most Valuable Player in softball of the South Division of the Northeastern Conference. Courtney is leading the entire NEC…
Police and fire officials are thrilled with outcome
By Joseph Domelowicz Jr. For the Transcript For Winthrop Fire Chief Paul Flanagan and Police Lieutenant-Executive Officer Terry Delehanty, the passage of override questions for services provided by their public safety departments was both needed at a difficult time and…
Why this vote was different
By Joseph Domelowicz Jr. In the midst of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, Winthrop voters headed to the polls last Tuesday and approved an increase in their property taxes to avoid massive reductions in local services. To…