This year has been a big one for 18-year-old Chris Finn. In addition to being presented with the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendent’s (MASS) Certificate of Academic Excellence, Finn was part of the Northeast Conference Championship winning hockey team, which…
Month: May 2019
Winthrop’s Kayla Petrucelli Performs in Boston Ballet’s Production of ‘Cinderella’
Kayla Rose Petruccelli, of Winthrop, is performing in Boston Ballet’s production of Sir Frederick Ashton’s Cinderella in the role of a Season Page. Petruccelli has been a student at Boston Ballet School for six years. Cinderella runs May 10–June 8…
From the State Fire Marshal Tips to Start the Summer off Safely
“Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer,†said State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey. “Many people are anticipating activities with family and friends, and getting their yards and grills ready for gatherings. Take a few minutes for safety and…
Police Blotter 05-23-2019
Monday, May 13 Suspicious activity on Beacon Circle. Investigation of suspicious party. Party lives in the area and he was just going for a walk. Motor vehicle accident with person injury on Court Road. Roll-over and fire is en route.…
Memorial Day Is a Day to Reflect upon Those Who Gave the Last Full Measure
The Memorial Day weekend is upon us, a three-day weekend that for most Americans marks the start of the summer season. Many will celebrate appropriately with barbecues and outdoor activities with family and friends. However, amidst our festivities, we should…
Letter to the Editor
Confronting Mental Health Dear Editor: In America today, approximately 45-47 million, or 1 out of five Americans, is suffering with a mental health issue; and approximately one in 25 adults is currently experiencing a serious mental illness that substantially interferes…
WHS Sports Roundup
Boys tennis shoots for school record for wins The Winthrop High boys tennis team will be aiming to set a new school record for victories in a season in the final two matches of the year this week. The Vikings…
Obituaries 05-23-2019
Kenneth Dalton Sr. Member of Winthrop Elks and Life Member of the Pleasant Park Yacht Club Kenneth P. Dalton, Sr. of Winthrop passed away unexpectedly on May 18. He was 78 years old. Prior to his retirement, Kenneth worked for…