Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, tracing its roots back 400 years to the Pilgrims and Indigenous People, long before there was even a thought of a United States of America. Thanksgiving is the ultimate family-centered holiday. It has no…
Month: November 2022
Thank You, Nancy Pelosi
The announcement last week by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that she will be stepping down from her leadership role in the Democratic caucus (although she will remain as a member of the House) marks an end to one of the most remarkable political…
Letter to the Editor
Too Much Money Spent on Elections Dear Editor, I agree with Dr. Glenn Mollettte in his 11-17-22 Op-Ed that billions of dollars spent on the recent midterm election is out of control. I think the Citizens United bill helped open…
Winthrop Powder Puff Defeats Revere, 24–0: Stiglets, Tallent, Holmes Score Touchdowns; Munson, Golden Key Shutout on Defense
The Winthrop High Powderfuff football team put together an awesome performance to defeat Revere, 24-0, in the annual game Saturday at Harry Della Russo Stadium in Revere. Led by quarterback Lily Tallent, the Winthrop offense clicked masterfully in completing three…
Obituaries 11-23-2022
Marianna Carbone Of Revere Marianna G. Carbone of Revere passed away on November 16. She was 78 years old. Born in East Boston, the beloved daughter of the late Mary (Serra) and Michael Giannattasio, her biggest passion was babysitting her…
Honoring Those Who’ve Served Winthrop Veterans Day Ceremony
First Church Holiday Fair
Paraprofessionals Ask for Fair Contract and Wage Increase
By Adam Swift The school system’s paraprofessionals and their supporters advocated for a new contract and increased wages during the public speaking portion of last week’s School Committee meeting. Supporters of the paraprofessionals, officially known as education support professionals (ESPs),…
Superintendent Addresses Concern Over Book in Elementary Classrooms
By Adam Swift A book in some elementary school classrooms about a young girl who identifies as a boy has raised concerns with some parents. However, the discussion about the book, “Jack (Not Jackie)†by Erica Silverman and Holly Hatam…
News Briefs
Winthrop Center Holiday Lighting Nov. 25 Come join residents for the Annual Holiday Lighting on Nov 25 that marks the kick-off of the holiday season in Winthrop where the center is lit up to make a twinkly wonderland. Beginning at…