Mildred Marie Fox She Will Be Deeply Missed by All Who Knew Her Mildred Marie Fox, 96, known as Millie, passed away peacefully in Winthrop surrounded by her family on August 18. A lifelong resident of Winthrop, she was born…
Month: August 2023
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Farmers Market Returns, Bringing Fresh Produce And Local Delights to the Community
Special to the Transcript After a three year hiatus, the Winthrop Farmers Market is back this summer, providing a delightful experience for all community members. Taking place every other Sunday through October 1, the market offers the finest local produce…
Resident Raises Concerns About Locust Street Plan
By Adam Swift A Locust Street resident is calling for the Town Council to reconsider its recent decision to make a portion of her street one way, and to improve communication with residents for future proposed traffic changes. Earlier this…
News Briefs
Suffolk Downs Announces New Summer and Fall Activities at The Track The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM), the firm leading the redevelopment of Suffolk Downs, announced an exciting line-up of activities taking place at The Track at Suffolk Downs throughout…
Ferry Building Opens to Riders
By Adam Swift The increase in traffic from the Sumner Tunnel closure this summer has gone about as expected, but there is some good news on that front, according to Town Council President James Letterie. “Traffic has still been horrendous…
Town Council Approves Parking Changes Near Town Hall
By Adam Swift The Town Council approved a change in parking regulations outside Town Hall at its meeting on Tuesday night. Four spaces in front of Town Hall will now be 30-minute parking spaces during Town Hall and library business…
Massport’s Community Summer Jobs Program Celebrates 2023 Season
Special to the Transcript The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is celebrating another year of its Community Summer Jobs Program, which has supported thousands of local students through partnerships with community organizations. This year, 30 organizations received $650,000 in grant funding…
Local Leaders Praise Funding for Universal School Meals Program
By Adam Swift The Fiscal Year 2024 State Budget includes permanent funding for universal school meals, which will provide free breakfast and lunch to students at every K-12 school in Massachusetts. The universal school meals initiative has been a top…
Stephanie Wood To Depart Austin Prep, Will Pursue College Coaching Opportunities
Special to the Transcript After a highly decorated tenure spanning 11 seasons at Austin Prep, head girls ice hockey coach Stephanie Wood will be departing Austin Prep to pursue college coaching opportunities. Coach Wood leaves Austin Prep after guiding the…