Long-time residents of our community were saddened to learn of the passing of G. David “Dave” Hubbard this past week. Dave served our community in countless capacites over the course of more than six decades, most notably as Town Meeting…
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Signs of Summer’s End
All in all, this has been a pretty good summer. The weather has been as close to perfect as we could expect for summer activities. The mornings along our coastline have been pleasantly placid for those of us who row…
Guest Op-Ed: In Appreciation of Dave Hubbard
From the WIHA Officers and Board of Directors The life of G. David Hubbard II (Dave) was filled with honor and achievement. Dave’s love for Winthrop was evident in his remarkable service to the Town: Town Moderator, Boy Scout Leader,…
David Hubbard II
Devoted family man and a pillar of the Winthrop Community David Hubbard II (Dave), 93, of Winthrop, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026. A devoted family man and a pillar of the Winthrop community, Dave leaves behind a legacy…
Bernard “Bernie” Costigan
Retired Telephone Company Engineer, dedicated parishioner of St. John’s Church in Winthrop Bernard T. “Bernie” Costigan of Winthrop passed away at home on July 29th, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Mary Costigan for 52 years; devoted Father to…
Marilyn Freedland
May 9, 1927 – July 26, 2026 Marilyn Anne Freedland, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, educator, and devoted member of her community, passed away at the age of 99. Born to Sam and Esther (Bloom) Shore, Marilyn grew up in East…
Robert Francis “Bob” “Bobby” “Monk” Finn
Active member of the Winthrop Golf Club and the Cottage Park Yacht Club Robert Francis “Bob” “Bobby” “Monk” Finn died from complications of Parkinson’s disease on July 31, 2026. Life came full circle for Bobby. He was born December 14,…
The new fire station is becoming a reality
The new fire station is becoming a reality With the recent announcement that the bids are out for the new Winthrop fire station that will be built on the site of the former Winthrop Middle School (which originally was the…
News Briefs 7-30-26
Overnight Closure of Sumner Tunnel THIS FRIDAY The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that the Sumner Tunnel / Route 1A southbound will close to all traffic on Friday, July 31, at 11:00 p.m. and will reopen to traffic…
Jay Sasso
He was known for his kindness, generosity, unmatched work ethic and devotion to his craft