Although the Memorial Day weekend signifies the start of the summer season and is observed by families and friends who gather for barbecues and similar festivities, we should keep in mind that Memorial Day is our most solemn national holiday…
Month: May 2023
Enjoy the Weekend Safely
With predictions for a record travel weekend, we urge our readers to ensure that whatever our celebratory activities may be, we do so safely, both for ourselves and for our loved ones. If friends or family members are showing clear…
WHS Sports Roundup
Nick Cappuccio Wins Two NEC Titles Winthrop’s standout trackman Nicholas Cappuccio claimed two Northeastern Conference (NEC) championships at the recent All-NEC Meet this past week. Nicholas, a sophomore, won the long jump with a leap of 21’-7†and the 200…
Obituaries 05-25-2023
Helen Babineau She Wore Many Hats Throughout Her Life But Her Most Important Role Was as a Mother Helen Babineau of Winthrop, formerly of Hanover, MA, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away at the age…
31st Annual Winthrop Chamber And Community Awards at CPYC
First Communion At St. Michael the Archangel
Winthrop Middle Schoolers Take Top Spot at Malden Catholic Quiz Bowl
Temporary Runway Closure Will Impact Winthrop Residents
By Adam Swift Logan Airport’s longest runway will be closing down this summer for a rehabilitation project. That closure means there will be more traffic on runways whose flight paths directly impact Winthrop, according to MassPort officials. MassPort officials laid…
School District Undergoes Review Process
By Adam Swift The Winthrop public school system recently underwent a targeted review from the state’s Department of Education. The review process, conducted by the American Institute of Research (AIR), included interviews with Superintendent of Schools Lisa Howard; a number…
Public Hearing Held on Revere Street Easements
By Adam Swift The Town Council held a public hearing Tuesday on the taking of just over 60 temporary town easements for the Revere Street reconstruction project scheduled to get underway next year. The $6.4 million state-funded TIP (Transportation Improvement…