Special to the Transcript As Massachusetts grapples with the shuttering of public buildings, schools, and businesses due to coronavirus, the one in 11 households and 1 in 9 children experiencing food insecurity before this crisis can depend on uninterrupted access…
Month: April 2020
Police Blotter 04-09-2020
Monday, March 23 Hang up 911 call at store on Pauline St.; Owner sated there was a female yelling in his store. Female left area. Officer spoke to party. Clear Gentleman came into the station to report that his ex-wife…
One Day at a Time: It’s “Groundhog Day†for Everybody
Here’s one way to view the current situation in which we all find ourselves: Prior to the pandemic sweeping the nation and the world, our lives were such that each day truly was a new day, filled with new challenges…
Guest Op-Ed: No Easter for America?
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Because of Covid-19 many churches will not be in their sanctuaries for Easter, April 12, 2020. Easter Sunday can fall on any date between March 22nd and April 25th. The dates change because Easter happens on the…
Letter to the Editor
Regarding the Center Business District Dear Editor, This letter is to express our concern regarding Phase 1 of the Center Business District Project. On March 24, 2020, our offices were contacted by Anita Petricone, a concerned citizen of the Town…
The Fast Lane: Mallios Rising Through the Officiating Ranks
By only his fourth season in high school basketball officiating, Vasili Mallios had earned a coveted assignment: a spot as a referee for a state semifinal game at the TD Garden. When you consider the path for most referees is…
Obituaries 04-09-2020
Stephen Honan His Big Smile and Booming Laughter Will Be Missed by All Stephen V. Honan, 74, died suddenly on March 31. Steve was a devoted husband, father and brother. He was born in Winthrop, went through the Winthrop School…
Town of Winthrop Provides Latest Update on Coronavirus Situation
44 total cases confirmed since March 15; One deceased, Four recovered, 39 in isolation The Food Bank is in need of non-perishable items such as cereals, canned goods, pasta, bread, peanut butter and jelly, toiletries and paper products. Items without an…
Construction at CBD Starts April 6
Construction for his critical infrastructure project for the Center Business District will begin on Monday, April 6. The project will result in a system that works better for the entire community. To view the most updated version of the timeline…
Kate’s Corner: World War II Dog Tags Find Their Way Home
When Patrick Donovan came across a pair of old military dog tags, he set out on a mission to return them to their owner. According to Donovan, in 1995, the dog tags had been given to him by a friend…