WHS boys lacrosse remains undefeated at 7-0 The Winthrop High boys lacrosse team improved to 7-0 this past week with victories of 12-4 vs. Northeastern Conference Lynch Division rival Gloucester last Wednesday and 15-5 over non-league opponent Essex Tech this…
Author: Transcript Staff
Obituaries 04-23-2026
Janice Goldstein Her life revolved around her family Janice (Shuman) Goldstein of Winthrop entered into rest on April 15, 2026 at the age of 88. The beloved wife of Sumner A. Goldstein; they celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary in October.…
Annual Chamber of Commerce Community Awards
Special Town Council Meeting Called for 3A Vote
By Adam Swift The town council met for a brief special meeting on Wednesday, April 8 called by Councilors Pat Costigan, Joseph Romano, Paul Reardon, and Martin Finn. Under council rules, a special council meeting can be called by the…
Town Manager Tracks Grant Losses
By Adam Swift At the request of the town council, Town Manager Tony Marino has been tracking the potential loss in state grants to Winthrop because it is not in compliance with the MBTA 3A Communities Act. According to Marino,…
News Brief
Precinct 2 Town Hall Set for April 22 Precinct 2 Town Councilor Kim Dimes will host a community town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, offering residents a platform for open dialogue with local and state leadership. The event…
School Committee Presents Final Settlement Proposal; Calls for Membership Consideration
Special to the Transcript The Winthrop School Committee has presented the Winthrop Teachers Association (WTA) with what it believes to be a fair and sustainable settlement agreement and is requesting that it be brought forward to union membership for consideration.…
Rules Disagreement Draws Out End of Council Meeting
By Adam Swift The town council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 7. And for a good 50 minutes after the evening’s business was completed, it looked like the meeting might not end at all. Near the end of…
Kick off Boston Marathon Week with the Daffodil Dash April 18 at The Track at Suffolk Downs
Special to the Transcript March 18, 2026 — Looking for a family friendly way to kick-off the Boston Marathon weekend? On Saturday, April 18, The HYM Investment Group LLC (“HYM”), will host the fifth annual Marathon Daffodil Dash at The…
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces DCR’s Free Programming during April School Vacation Week
Special to the Journal The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) today announced its April school vacation programming schedule, offering 85 free recreational and educational activities for kids and families at 24 state parks and watersheds across Massachusetts. Taking…