Jenny Fucillo knew from the second grade on that she wanted to attend the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. After a superlative athletic career at Winthrop High School in which she became one of the best hurdlers…
Month: July 2014
Trend Setter: Library Director Struzziero Addresses National Conference
If he’s not the most dynamic and innovative librarian in the country, he’s in the conversation or he’s starting one. Peter Struzziero, director of the Winthrop Public Library, had the honor of speaking at the national conference and exhibition of…
Another Casino Hearing Set For July 15 at RHS
Those who didn’t get a chance to share their two cents on the $1 billion casino proposal by Mohegan Sun last month will get another shot on July 15 in the Revere High School Auditorium. According to the MGC, the…
Fireworks Show Went Well
Although Mother Nature created some havoc with the scheduling of Winthrop’s Annual Fourth of July Fireworks exhibition, it finally happened and residents enjoyed the annual show that has become such a vital of our town’s observance of the nation’s birthday.…
Congratulations, Jenny Fucillo
Jenny Fucillo was a star athlete at Winthrop High and went on to graduate from the University of Notre Dame with high honors. She will begin employment at an international consulting firm in Chicago in September. Jenny is an example…
The World Cup Ends
The World Cup ends this Sunday with the championship game to be played in Rio De Janeiro. It’s been an exciting, well-played event that has been watched by billions of fans world-wide. Soccer is a huge sport on the international…
Police Blotter 07-10-2014
Monday, June 30 Detail officer requests WFD and EMS for a fallen bicyclist on Dolphin Avenue. EMS already on the scene. The patient refused treatment. Reports of a motor vehicle accident at CVS parking lot. Party says they were hit…
World Cup Soccer Teams Are Approaching Conclusion
As we go to press, there is still a semi-final game between Holland and Argentina as Germany awaits the winner. Before the World Cup many had doubts on the Netherlands who came in ranked No. 15 in the world by…
Obituaries 07-10-2014
Harriet White Jones Devoted Caretaker of Family, Friends and Animals and longtime Legal Secretary Harriet White Jones of Winthrop, devoted caretaker of family, friends and animals and longtime legal secretary in Boston, died May 14 at Massachusetts General Hospital in…
At the Final Countdown
Winthrop High School (WHS) on Main Street is slated to be demolished starting in the next few weeks. For thousands of Winthrop graduates, WHS holds a special place. Last Saturday the Viking Pride Foundation held a fianl countdown where many graduates gathered…