Winthrop resident and veteran Keith Manning plays taps during Vietnam Veterans Day ceremonies at Town Hall Tuesday evening.
Macero is a Finalist for Saugus Super Job
By Kate Anslinger Last Thursday, School Superintendent John Macero received confirmation that he has been nominated as one of four finalists to go forward in the interview process for Saugus school superintendent. Screening Committee Co-chair Peter Manoogian said the process…
An Extraordinary Man:New School Science Wing to be Named in Honor of Richard ‘Doc’ Tacelli
By Kate Anslinger The science wing at the new middle/high school will be rightfully named in honor of Richard “Doc†Tacelli. Tacelli who dedicated several years of his life as a high school biology teacher, educating Winthrop students on the…
Water Tower Lights are Safely Functioning
By Sue Ellen Woodcock One might think that the red, white and blue water tower on Cottage Hill is easy to spot in an airplane, but in reality the height and proximity to Logan Airport requires red warning lights. But…
Board of Health Moves to Ban Styrofoam Cups
By Sue Ellen Woodcock Several communities in Massachusetts have banned stryrofoam take-out containers and cups, and if the chairman of the Board of Health is persuasive enough Winthrop may also enact a ban. At a recent meeting, Nick LoConte, chairman…
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CLOTHING DRIVE AT LARSEN RINK The Winthrop High School PTC is once again hosting its Election “Day†Clothing Drive! Start bagging your unwanted (in good condition) adult and children’s clothing, coats, bedding, curtains, towels, blankets, handbags and shoes (laces tied…