The Viking Pride Foundation once again has stepped up to the plate with the donation of a floor to cover the rink surface at the Michael Eruzione Center at the Larsen Rink so that the facility can be used in…
Category: Editorials
Debate on Fees: Debate Was Healthy on Important Issue
We always have been impressed by the work on the Town Council by Councilor-at-Large Larry Powers who entered town government service after a distinguished career in public safety, many years spent as the Chief of the Winthrop Fire Department. Powers…
The Right Approach: Finding a New Ferry Service is a Smart Idea
Town Manager James McKenna has offered a fiscally sound and smart approach to the new ferry service operations that will commence next week. Knowing that there would be no federal and state subsidy for the ferry service this year, but…
Congratulations, Roseann
Town ManagerJames McKenna has announced the appointment of Roseann Trionfi-Mazzuchelli as the town’s new Director of Veterans Services. It is a very important position for the veterans who reside in our town and need assistance or direction on a particular…
Speech Was Eye Opening: Former No.1 Draft Pick Had Much to Offer
That was an emotional and thought-proving presentation by former Major League Baseball first-round draft pick Jeff Allison, who appeared at a Winthrop High School assembly last Thursday. Allison was simply one of the greatest high school pitchers in Massachusetts history…
Turco in Race?: Former Council President May Run
Certainly the news that is creating the most buzz in town these days is word that former Town Council President Jeffrey Turco is considering a run for the position in the November election. Turco served as president of the Council…
Salute to Donnelly: Special Education Teacher Was a Gift
You can expect a big crowd on Friday at the Point Shirley Association when teachers and residents gather for a party to celebrate the career of Chris Donnelly, long-time Winthrop High teacher and director of the Life Skills Program. Mr.…
Talking About Fees: Council Thoroughly Examining the Issue
What a fascinating discussion it was by the Town Council about the various fees that are charged by the town for various permits, certificates, inspections, and other town services. Residents watching on WCAT had to be impressed by how the…
Congratulations, Dave: Former WHS Hoop Coach Now at St.Mary’s
Dave Brown was too good at what he does – coaching basketball and building a winning program – to stay on the sidelines for long, so it is not unexpected that he has been named the head coach of the…
Great Event Saturday: Family Fun Night Benefits Parks Committee
Just a reminder that the Winthrop Parks Committee will be holding its Family Fun Night fundraiser Saturday at the Cottage Park Yacht Club beginning at 5 p.m. If ever an event looked like a “fun” one on paper, it is…