By Adam Swift Winthrop Fire Chief Stephen Calandra and the Winthrop Firefighters Local 1070 announced the death of former Winthrop Fire Chief and Town Councilor Joseph “Larry” Powers Jr. on Sunday. Chief Powers started his career at the Winthrop Fire…
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Patriotism, Pride and Military Support Still Alive and growing in Winthrop in the Hearts of 3 Neighborhood Boys
JJ Smith is 14 years old and has been inspired to help those that have given so much for his and our freedom. JJ has taken up the mantle to help the thousands of US Veterans from all branches that…
News Briefs
State Fire Marshal Urges TO Leave Fireworks to the Professionals, Fires, explosions, and serious injuries related to illegal fireworks spike each summer in Massachusetts, and fire service leaders are hoping to reverse last year’s increase over 2024. “Here in Massachusetts,…
Town Manager Provides Update on Grant Funding, Fire Station Bidding
Staff Report In his report to the town council this week, Town Manager Tony Marino said the town continues to look into issues surrounding a grant the state denied. “The Winthrop Parents Network program has been denied grant funding for…
Winthrop Television Star Shahjehan Khan Lands his Biggest Role Yet
By Cary Shuman When the Sun Transcript last sat down with Winthrop’s high-profile actor Shahjehan Khan for an interview last year, he was basking in the glow of his breakout role in Netflix’s No. 1-rated movie, “Aftermath.” The ascension toward…
Exemplary Leadership
Winthrop resident Fields helps Chelsea secure All-America City Award By Cary Shuman A Winthrop resident is being credited for her professional contribution to Chelsea’s success at the National Civic League All-America City Awards Program held this past weekend in Denver.…
Full Listing of Ship Locations Released for Sail Boston 2026
Special to the Journal Sail Boston is proud to announce berthing locations for the July 11-16 festival, where ships from around the world will tie up in Charlestown, Downtown, and across Boston’s Seaport. Following the Meet Boston Parade of Sail…
USS Constitution to get Underway in Honor of Independence Day, America’s 250th Birthday
Special to the Transcript USS Constitution is scheduled to get underway from the Charlestown Navy Yard on July 4 at 10 a.m. This underway honors Independence Day, commemorating the American Revolution and the signing of the Declaration of Independence on…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Winthrop Public Schools has announced academic honors for Winthrop Middle School. Grade 6 – High Honors Amy Alvarez Angelina Andasol Gabriella Aufiero Giovanni Barchard Charlie Bauer Gabriella Blamer Leo Callinan Daniela Capasso Lorenzo Caraglia Roman Carson Maya Chapdelaine Giovanni DiCicco…
Mary Ellen Keough Receives Community All-Star Award from MVES
Special to the Transcript Mystic Valley Elder Services is proud to announce that Mary Ellen Keough received the nonprofit agency’s Community All-Star Award. The awards program recognizes individuals whose efforts impact the lives of older adults and people with disabilities.…