The ongoing tragedy because of the devastating earthquake that struck the nations of Turkey and Syria is the worst humanitarian disaster the world has seen in many years. More than 35,000 people have died and that number is sure to…
Month: February 2023
For Pats Fans, the Super Bowl Just Isn’t the Same
This past Sunday’s Super Bowl game between the Eagles and the Chiefs certainly lived up to its hype. But for those of us who were New England Patriots’ fans for the two decades from 2001-19, the Super Bowl season just…
Letter to the Editor
Turkey and Syria Earthquake Dear Editor, The devastating earthquake that occurred last week in Turkey and Syria has killed more than 33,000 people and flattened thousands of buildings in a region already plagued with humanitarian crises. The magnitude 7.8 quake…
Guest Op-Ed: Start Solving the Vocational Admissions Problem: Improve Access, Create More Seats
By Steven Sharek It’s no longer a secret that Massachusetts vocational-technical and agricultural high schools are a great option for students of all backgrounds who want to learn a trade and pursue a career. Unfortunately, there simply isn’t enough space…
WHS Girls Hockey Celebrates Senior Night With a Victory
The Winthrop High School girls hockey program recognized its four seniors in the finest way possible, skating to a 7-0 victory over Medford Saturday at the Larsen Rink at the Mike Eruzione Center. “The day was a full success,†said…
WHS Sports Roundup
Vikings Hook Fishermen To Claim the NEC North; Now Ranked #1 in D-4 The Winthrop High boys hockey team delighted a capacity crowd at Larsen Rink with a 4-2 victory over Gloucester, their closest rival in the North Division of…
Obituaries 02-16-2023
Robert Burke Draper Laboratories Retiree – His Top Priority Was His Family Robert H. “Bob†Burke of Winthrop was called home to God in his Kingdom on February 10. He was 89 years old. He was born in East Boston…
Town of Winthrop: Auctioning Off Two Used Fire Trucks; Proceeds To Help Local Community
Special to the Transcript Have you ever wanted to own your own fire truck? Well, you’re in luck! The Town of Winthrop is currently auctioning off two used fire trucks — a 1996 Pierce Dash – Tilt Cab Fire Pumper and a 1989 GMC Model TC7D04…
Lost and Found
Council Votes on Charter Change Recommendations
By Adam Swift The Town Council will remain a nine-member body for the foreseeable future. Last week, the council voted on proposed charter changes recommended by the Ordinance Review Committee (ORC). While a number of proposals will be forwarded to…