Month: January 2023
Winthrop Odd Fellows Host Blood Drive
Council Holds Moment of Silence for Former Chief McManus
By Adam Swift The Town Council began its meeting Tuesday night with a moment of silence for former Police Chief Michael McManus, who died on Thursday, Dec. 22 at the age of 80. “He joined the Winthrop Police Department as…
News Briefs
Curbside Collection of Christmas Trees The Town of Winthrop will be picking up Christmas Trees alongside regularly scheduled waste pickup during the weeks of January 2 through 6 and January 9 through 13. If you have a Christmas Tree you…
Public Comment Period Open on Massport Environmental Assessment of Runway 27 Safety Improvement Project
By Adam Swift The public comment period on Massport’s Draft Environmental Assessment/Final Environmental Impact Report on the Runway 27 safety improvements project runs through Jan. 23. The document responds to all requirements of the Draft Environmental Impact Report Certificate issued…
Apply Now for Your 2023 Parking Permit Online
Applications for 2023 Resident Parking Permits are now being accepted. Motorists are reminded that a valid resident parking permit or visitor placard is required to park on all town streets and lots between 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM every day.…
Nearly $2.74 Million Awarded To Combat Violence Against Women
Special to the Transcript The Baker-Polito Administration announced that dozens of law enforcement, criminal justice and victim services organizations have been awarded grants through the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant program including the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office with…
Town Hires New CFO, Dylan Cook
By Adam Swift Dylan Cook, Chelsea’s school business manager, is moving onto a new position as Winthrop’s new Chief Financial Officer. Last year, Town Manager Tony Marino and Superintendent of Schools Lisa Howard agreed to create a new position in…
Mi Amore Provides Relief to Struggling Families During the Holiday Season
Special to the Transcript The holidays were a little less stressful for some local families that have been struggling thanks to a supportive community that came together to deliver toys. Mi Amore, which delivers food to families experiencing food insecurity…
State Treasurer’s Office Launches Small Business Toolkit and Resource Map
Massachusetts State Treasurer, Deborah B. Goldberg, recently announced the launch of the Treasurer’s Office’s newly designed Small Business Resource Toolkit website. The toolkit provides access to comprehensive resources and materials for small business owners and future entrepreneurs in Massachusetts. Under the…