We know that many regular Town Council meeting viewers on WCAT may have been watching the Bruins-Canadiens game Tuesday night, but those who stuck with the Council witnessed a great exhibition of being an effective town councilor submitted by Craig…
Category: Editorials
Boyajian Wants on the Airport Hazards Committee
That was an interest request made by new Councilor-at-Large Rick Boyajian, who asked to be appointed to the Winthrop Airport Hazards Committee. Council President Peter Gill, who holds the power of appointments, was set to appoint Boyajian to the committee.…
The Boncore Demand on Health Study
Councilor-at-Large and Attorney Philip Boncore has much experience in law and town government, as well as a wealth of local knowledge. So when Phil is not pleased with the actions of public officials, he lets it be known. The long-time…
Congratulations, Jordan
Congratulations to Winthrop High football star Jordan Corbett-Frank, who received the prestigious Scholar-Athlete Award from the Eastern Mass. Chapter of the National Football Foundation at a banquet Sunday night. Corbett-Frank was a deserving choice for this award which recognized his…
Energy Grant a Key for Town
The Town of Winthrop has received a $50,000 energy grant in collaboration with the City of Chelsea which will allow the town to hire an energy manager to determine how energy savings can be made in the town. We commend…
Transportation Bond Bill Is Good News for Town
Town Manager James McKenna hailed the state Transportation Bond Bill as great news for Winthrop with the inclusion of (potentially) $2.25 million for improvements to the Winthrop Street Corridor and $500,000 for “Winthrop Walk,” a scenic pedestrian and bicycle path…
Congratulations to Judge McDonald
We offer our congratulations to new First Chief Justice of the East Boston District Court, the Honorable John E. McDonald, who received his oath of office at an impressive ceremony last week at the courthouse. It was great to see…
Viking Pride Foundation’s Grant Program
The Viking Pride Foundation is busy planning “The Final Countdown,” which will be the last opportunity for us to visit Winthrop High School before the wrecking ball arrives and makes way for the new Winthrop middle/high school that will be…
Boys Tennis Team Is on a Roll
The Winthrop High boys tennis team is on a roll, having won its last four matches. The team, led by head coach Marie Finn and senior captain Chris Capone, could be one of the best Viking teams in years. It’s…
The Show Will Go on
The Winthrop Playmakers are in the process of selling their building on Hermon Street, but incoming Playmakers’ president Pam Racicot assures us that the theatrical organization will continue in this town. The decision to sell their long-time home was obviously…