Incumbent U.S. Senator Ed Markey easily held off a challenge in the Democratic primary from North Shore Congressman Seth Moulton in Tuesday’s state primary. It was the most hotly contested race on the primary ballot, and in Winthrop, the numbers…
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NeighborHealth and Boston Medical Center celebrate 10 years of expanding access to care in Winthrop
NeighborHealth and Boston Medical Center (BMC) celebrated ten years since the historic opening of a shared facility in Winthrop, Mass., marking a decade of collaboration to bring comprehensive healthcare services closer to home for patients in Winthrop and surrounding communities.…
New members welcomed to Winthrop Board of Health
There’s a new look for the Winthrop Board of Health. Two new members, along with returning board member Jeanne Maggio, were introduced at last week’s meeting. Maggio is joined on the new board of health lineup by Lisa Stefano and…
Healey-Driscoll Administration expands joint active shooter response training statewide
More than 1,000 police, fire and EMS professionals have completed joint active shooter response training across Massachusetts this year as the Healey-Driscoll Administration expands efforts to prepare first responders to act quickly and work together during a crisis. One of…
Healey declares September College Fire Safety Month
Governor Maura Healey has proclaimed September College Fire Safety Month in Massachusetts as thousands of students return to campus and move into dormitories, apartments, and other student housing. Fire officials are offering guidance to help prevent fires and injuries during…
Winthrop residents invited to return of East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival
The East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival is set to return on Sunday, Sept. 13, offering Winthrop residents a day of music, dance, and food just across the town line at East Boston Memorial Park. Hosted by Senator Lydia…
Winthrop council begins strategic planning process
At a special meeting last week, the Winthrop Town Council began discussions on shaping a townwide strategic plan that will highlight goals and projects for the next five to 10 years. During the initial conversations about the strategic plan, councillors…
Several contested races on primary ballot Tuesday
Polls will be open in Winthrop for the state primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 1 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. There are several contested elections on the Democratic and Republican ballots, with the Democratic senate primary between incumbent Ed…
Subcommittee continues exploration of council public comment answer period
The Winthrop Town Council will continue to look at a more formal ordinance allowing councilors to answer questions from residents during the public comment portion of its meetings. An official public comments answer period for the council is still being…
Winthrop High alum Steven Rubin celebrates debut novel and class reunion
For Steven M. Rubin, all roads lead back to Winthrop. A 1979 graduate of Winthrop High School, Rubin is returning to his North Shore roots this month for a double celebration: a milestone class reunion and the hometown signing of…