House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo and Representative RoseLee Vincent joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives to pass legislation that seeks to reduce tobacco use and nicotine addiction among youth across the Commonwealth. An Act to protect youth…
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Resident Wants Ordinance on Construction Dust
Pearl Avenue resident Lois Rosenthal, a person with asthma, is mindful of the air she breathes and for the past six months she had a lot of time studying the issue of construction dust. “About 10 percent of Winthrop population…
Finance Committee Continues on Budget:Questions about Regional Dispatch, Employee Benefits
Everything from trash contracts to regional dispatch to the school budget were discussed Tuesday night between the Finance Commission and town CFO Mike Perez. There still is some confusion over which budget proposal is which, but Perez said he is…
Fascinating Ladies’ Tea – Hat Making Workshop at the Deane Winthrop House
Friends gathering at the Fascinating Ladies’ Tea event hosted by WHA and Seaside Women’s Network, at the Deane Winthrop House on May 12. The ladies sport their newly made fashion accessory, headpieces with a touch of flair, perfect for Mother’s…
Pat McGee Honored at WHS Home Meet
Pat McGee (center) with her daughter Patricia Diaz and son Dr. Paul McGee. Pat was honored prior to Winthrop’s first home track meet in over a decade for her many years of coaching.
Council Appoints Interim Manager
It’s been one year since former Town Manager James McKenna stepped down from his position and Monday night the Town Council appointed a part-time town manager to help with the transition until a full-time manager is found. David Cressman, 65,…
MSA Mortgage Shows Off New Space and Branding
For 30 years, Bob Deeb, president of MSA, has immersed himself in the real estate world, gaining experience in all facets of the industry including development, sales, and brokerage, so it only seemed fitting that he take Winthrop’s #1 lender,…
Residents Speak Out about Gender Discrimination Case
Tuesday night the town council meeting opened up with what was supposed to be a budget hearing for the next fiscal year, but they heard more reaction about the gender discrimination case between the Town of Winthrop, Police Chief Terence…
News Briefs
Raise Funds for Fireworks The annual fundraising for the Fourth of July fireworks has begun, according to Fire Chief Paul Flanagan, and yes, this year’s fireworks will be on the Fourth! Donation can be sent to the Winthrop Fireworks Fund,…
Town on Track to Apply for Mass Vulnerability Program
Winthrop is expected to meet the application date of May 18 for the Massachusetts Vulnerability Program, which allows the town to obtain grants of up to $400,000. The town planner and the assistant town manager wrapped up input and feedback…