Monday, June 13 Caller reports observing a large flatbed truck strike the bus stop sign at Crystal Cove Avenue and then continue down Shirley Street. Party reports large tree limb down at Buchanan and Putnam Street and it is blocking…
Sensible Gun Control is Needed
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. — The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution The issue of what,…
Happy 100th Birthday, Judge John Ligotti
Although it has been more than 40 years since John Ligotti served as the Clerk Magistrate of the East Boston District Court, there are many residents of this area who still recall a man who helped so many individuals and…
Town Says Yes To Miller Field
The town of Winthrop stood up for its student-athletes, coaches, and residents alike with its overwhelming vote to support funding for the new Miller Field sports complex. Residents of our  sports-minded community that has produced so many championship teams and college athletes…
Sports 06-23-2016
From The Press Box Mr. Speaker By: Jim Lederman The announcement on Tuesday, June 14th at Miller Field by the office of House Speaker Bob DeLeo, brought back memories of 1998. The ‘Light up Miller Field Committee†worked tirelessly for…
Obituaries 06-23-2016
Catherine Driscoll New England Telephone retiree Catherine M. Driscoll of Golden Drive, Winthrop passed away at the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center in Revere on June 17. She was 89 years old. Born in Winthrop, the beloved daughter of the late Agnes…