What began as a good idea by Senator Anthony Petruccelli has turned into something Winthrop residents and residents from surrounding communities in the senator’s district look forward to each Christmas Season. This year will mark the 10th Annual Eastie’s Elves…
Month: December 2013
Councilors Wrestle with Revere-only Casino Plan
The Winthrop opponents of the Revere-only casino proposal for Suffolk Downs wanted the Town Council to send an official correspondence to the Mass. Gaming Commission (MGC) in advance of its crucial meeting next week. The Commission is expected to rule…
Rep. DeLeo Votes to Make Election Process Efficient
House Speaker Robert DeLeo and the House unanimously passed a bill last week will establish early voting for presidential elections and provides resources to local officials and residents to make the voting process more efficient. Under the bill pushed by…
Sacco to Be Honored for Years of Service
At Monday night’s School Committee meeting, member Todd Sacco will receive a citation commending him for his years of service and dedication on the Committee. Superintendent of Schools John Macero and the School Committee will make the presentation to Sacco…
Be Sure to Vote Tuesday: Special Election to Fill Markey’s Former Seat
The special election to fill the Congressional seat that was vacated by our long-time Congressman, Ed Markey, who now is our U.S. Senator, will be held Tuesday. The contest pits Democrat Katherine Clark, a state senator from Melrose who is a…
School Resource Officer an Excellent Proposal: Police Can Do a Lot for Our Children
We’re pleased that the Town Council has supported the strong recommendation of Police Chief Terence Delehanty, Superintendent of Schools John Macero, and Town Manager Jim McKenna so that the Winthrop schools soon will have a Winthrop police officer working at…
Councilor Calla at Work in Her Precinct: Temple Tifereth Project Moving Forward
Town Councilor Linda Calla provided an update on the Temple Tifereth Israel project and it’s full steam ahead for brand new residences and a newly-refurbished temple for the congregation. Calla attended a meeting at the temple on Monday and brought…
Police Blotter 12-05-2013
Monday, November 25 Party on Cottage Park Road reports finding a hypodermic needle. Officer will dispose of same. Caller on Floyd Street reports they took down a telephone wire while removing a tree. WFD notified. Party on Putnam Street reports…
Vikings Fall to Revere, 13-7
The Winthrop High School football team lost a hard-nosed defensive battle, 13-7, to Revere High in the annual Thanksgiving game at Miller Field. The Vikings, led by back-up quarterback Vinny Sparacino who played gallantly in place of injured starter Dylan…
Obituaries 12-05-2013
Phyllis Swartz Of Winthrop, formerly of Chelsea Phyllis (Gilman) Swartz of Winthrop, formerly of Chelsea, passed away on November 29. She was 91 years old. Phyllis was born and raised in Chelsea, attended Chelsea Schools and graduated from Chelsea High…