Winthrop Middle School Principal Zoe Haskell has submitted her letter of retirement to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steve Jenkins and the members of the School Committee, signifying the end of an era in the school system. Haskell has been the…
Category: Editorials
The Override – The action is heating up, no question about it
Well, it’s three weeks and counting until Winthrop residents will make their choices known in the Proposition 2 1/2 override election on May 19. On Saturday, we saw several residents dropping informational pamphlets at homes throughout the town and, without…
In the Spotlight – Step forward, James Crosby and Pat Pumphret
Two of our residents will be in the television spotlight over the next few days. James Crosby, a young Marine whose spinal cord was damaged in Iraq, will be featured on a NECN (New England Cable News) documentary, “Aftermath” that…
The Price of Bankruptcy – Be careful of what you ask for
Both in the past and during the current override debate, some of those who are opposed to the idea of overrides have suggested that the town simply declare bankruptcy and let the state come in and take over. That’s what…
Override Overdrive – Ballot questions are the talk of the town
To be sure, the Proposition 2 1/2 override election is the talk of the town. No doubt, residents in other communities facing similarly tough decisions will be closely watching the results from Winthrop voters on May 19. We’ve written about…
Terrier Pride – The BU-Winthrop connection
If you’re a college hockey fan, then you saw one of the most incredible comebacks in the sport’s history when Boston University scored two goals in the final minute to tie the game and then defeat Miami of Ohio in…
Spring Support – Go Vikings!
One of the things (among many things) we like about Winthrop is that the sports fields are situated in such a way that you can park your car near the high school and walk to either Miller Field for a…
Forward Progress – Town manager’s position is drawing a lot of interest
With all of the town’s attention on the Proposition 2 1/2 override election, it might seem that not much is being done with the search for a new town manager. But that’s not the case at all. Be assured that…
A great turnout – Town shows its support for Speaker DeLeo
They came from all parts of town and beyond to celebrate with Bob DeLeo at the Winthrop Yacht Club last Friday night. There was a standing room only crowd on hand to congratulate Bob DeLeo on his ascension to the…
Worth the Investment – Grant writer could generate much-needed funds
One of the questions on the override ballot will be a request for $50,000 for a town planning/grant writer’s position for the coming fiscal year. We look at the arts grants announced last week by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and…