When Andrea Gray returns to the Gorman/Fort Banks School next month, she’ll have some interesting stories to tell to both her colleagues and her kindergarten students. Gray will be able to converse about what it was like to ride a…
Polino narrowly earns final spot on Committee
In a close vote, the School Committee and the Town Council elected Melissa Polino to fill the vacant seat on the School Committee at a joint meeting Tuesday night at the Cummings School. Polino received eight votes to edge Karen…
State Rep.: Casino legislation is progressing
As Gov. Deval Patrick seems to be in the mood to sink the casino gambling ship, others are working behind the scenes to make sure it stays afloat. State Rep. Kathi-Anne Reinstein (D-Revere) was tapped earlier this month to be…
Square canvases
Members of the Winthrop Art Association (WAA) will be taking advantage of the beautiful weather that is forecast for the weekend and offering art lovers a chance to take in some art, perhaps buy some art and still enjoy the…
Successful Pony League season concludes with a thrilling Mets vs. Orioles title series
As another very successful Parks and Rec Pony League season wrapped up Saturday morning with the Mets vs the Orioles squaring off in the playoff finals. These two teams played each other for the 3rd time in 6 days. Beginning…
Let There be Slots – Patrick should yield so lawmakers can green-light casino legislation
Gov. Deval Patrick is a smart man who, we believe, truly wants what is best for our state and its citizens. But his opposition to slot machines at state race tracks as part of the comprehensive casino bill awaiting legislative…