In 90 days unless you have bluetooth or other hands free options inside you car you will face harsh fines for talking, texting or looking at text messages while driving. On Monday Governor Charlie Baker signed legislation to improve road…
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WMS Student Council Excels in Bettering the Community
The Winthrop Middle School Student Council is learning just how much of a rippling effect hard work has on a community. Last week, the student council presented Survivors by the Sea (SBTS) and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer with a…
It’s That Time of the Season: Holiday Craft Fairs Around the Town
Council Fall Forum Holds No Surprises
At the Town Council Fall Forum meeting on Tuesday, November 19, Town Manager Austin Faison shared a slideshow presentation focusing on four key areas: a summary of the past year, the state of the town’s finances, next year’s budget, and…
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Boston Area Ice Rinks Opening for the Season The Boston Area Ice Skating Rinks will open for public skating starting Friday, Nov. 29. The 2019-2020 Learn-To-Skate season has begun. Bay State Skating School is one of Greater Boston’s most established…
Winthrop Drama Society Kicks off First Show of the School Year
The Drama Society will be donning 1930s attire on Thursday evening as they hit the stage in their first performance of “Anything Goes.” Described by cast members as flashy, over-the-top, and bright, “Anything Goes” is set aboard the S.S. American…
Class of ‘94 Honors Classmates with Scholarship Fund
Winthrop High School Class of 1994 has initiated a scholarship fund that will honor two of their classmates, while helping graduating students progress in their education. “We wanted to do something special and honor our lost classmates,” said class of…
Massport Employees Honor Soldiers’ Home Veterans by Giving Back
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is honoring veterans by giving back to those who served our country. Over 100 employees donated their time and delivered hundreds of personal care items for veterans at the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea. Some of…
Teacher Highlight: Science Teacher Bonavita Chooses Education as Her Way to Help
Before Alyssa Bonavita settled in a seventh-grade classroom in Winthrop, she did her fair of traveling. Originally from Agawam, Mass., the middle school teacher spent some time in Belfast, Northern Ireland, while her husband played professional hockey. After she decided…
Massport, Transportation Agencies Ready for Busy Thanksgiving Travel Period
Plan ahead, give yourself extra time and know your transportation options were the key messages today as the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), and a representative from AAA spoke at Boston Logan International Airport about what to expect this holiday travel…