A new era in the Winthrop Police Department begins today (October 1) when newly-appointed Police Chief Steve Rogers assumes the helm of the Winthrop Police Department. Chief Rogers, a lifelong Winthrop resident, has dedicated his career — and his life…
FKO’s Rise & Shine playgroup returns to Winthrop this month
For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) is welcoming families back to its Rise & Shine playgroup, a drop-in community playgroup designed for infants, toddlers and young children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Rise & Shine will resume on Monday, October 5,…
New e-bike policy in effect at town parks
Signs are up in Winthrop’s Ingleside Park alerting residents to the town’s new E-bike and motorized scooter policy that prohibits the vehicles from public parks in Winthrop. At last week’s town council meeting, several councilors noted that there have still…
Councilor Romano proposes increased notice for public meetings
Precinct 3 Councilor Joseph Romano proposed an ordinance change at last week’s Winthrop Town Council meeting that he said would increase transparency and provide more information to the public. The ordinance change would “allow posting of every proposed ordinance, appropriation…
Winthrop Cares Fundraiser For Displace Fire Victims
Winthrop Cares held a fundraiser at the Pleasant Park Yacht Club for four families who were displaced by a fire on River Road in June, 2026. “Fifteen years ago, our house was struck by lightning during a storm, and we…
Winthrop’s CLEAR Team Proves Recovery is Possible
Last week the Winthrop CLEAR Team (Community & Law Enforcement Assisted Recovery) and the Winthrop Police Department hosted their annual memorial and recovery event. Starting from Winthrop’s Town Hall and ending at the Middle School gymnasium. At the Middle School…