By Kate Anslinger Vaping. We’ve all heard about it, but what exactly is it? The mysterious handheld electronic device has recently been the cause of curiosity amongst parents, teachers and even students. Also known as an e-cigarette, the gadget is…
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Special Education ESP Strives to Create a Joyful Learning Environment for Students
By Kate Anslinger Andrew Carver is no stranger to the Winthrop school district. In fact, he is a Special Education ESP (Education Support Personnel) at the Gorman Fort Banks School, where he attended second grade in a classroom led by…
Breakfast with Santa at St John’s Church
Sarah and Jenny Delehanty, and Allie and Kailey Sullivan with Santa during the St. John the Evangelist Church’s Breakfast with Santa event on Sunday, Dec. 10, after Mass. Children were excited to tell Santa what they wanted for Christmas and…
Annual WIHA Holiday Party
WIHA Board member Sandy Schiff greets Santa at the Deane Winthrop House last Saturday, Dec. 9, during the annual WIHA Holiday Open House.
Vaping is a Problem Among WHS Students
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Board of Health member Susan Maguire is concerned about the vaping going on at the high school, after attending a parents’ meeting last week. “The vape problem at the high school was more than I knew.…
School Committee to Vote on Filling Callis’ Vacant Seat
By Kate Anslinger In just a few days, the Town Council and the School Committee will vote on the next School Committee member. The vacancy is a result of past committee member Laura Callis’ resignation. Six candidates have submitted letters…
Water Users to Receive Information on Lead Levels
By Sue Ellen Woodcock DPW Director Steve Calla visited the Board of Health Tuesday night to introduce a letter and brochure regarding the water quality in Winthrop, specifically lead count. Calla shared that the Winthrop Water Division found high levels…
News Briefs
Belle Isle Ecology Park Marsh Walk advances Residents are advised that the municipal parking lot on Banks Street near the intersection of Winthrop Street will be partially and temporarily restricted, due to the advancing construction of the new Belle Isle…
Public Hearing Set for Jan 24 on Tobacco Sales
By Sue Ellen Woodcock The Board of Health has approved a draft copy of new regulations for the sale of tobacco products and plans to hold a public hearing on them on Jan. 24. The first regulation calls to raise…
Snow Ban Parking Tips for the Winter
The Town of Winthrop would like to remind residents of the town’s parking regulations. Residents should be aware of regulations should the Town declare a parking ban. According to town ordinance, all motor vehicles must be removed from town streets…