By Adam Swift Two men who have contributed immensely to Winthrop will be honored by the town. At last week’s town council meeting, the council unanimously approved two recommendations made by the memorials committee. The basketball court at the old…
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NeighborHealth Convenes Statewide Leaders to Advance Maternal Health Equity Across State
Special to the Journal NeighborHealth brought together elected officials, clinicians, maternal health advocates, and community leaders at the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, for “Community Maternal Health: Strengthening the Delivery of Care,” a forum focused on identifying…
Fan Expo Boston 2026 Returns with Legendary Comic Creators
Special to the Journal Fan Expo Boston, the three-day pop culture extravaganza, is set towelcome 60+ of the world’s top comic creators alongside an all-star lineup of celebrity guests, animation and gaming voice actors, cosplayers, and more at the Thomas…
Enjoy the Tall Ships!
The return of the Tall Ships to Boston Harbor this coming weekend will place a spectacular exclamation point to the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The international fleet of vessels will arrive in Boston Outer Harbor beginning Thursday and into…
It had been a Great World Cup Until…
The World Cup has been a wonderful event, enjoyed by soccer fans and non-fans alike. The games have been incredibly exciting, especially in the first knockout round, where underdog teams have pushed the giants of the sport to the limit.…
William Greeley, Jr.
Former Treasurer of Pleasant Park Yacht Club William Greeley, Jr., of Winthrop, passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on June 26, 2026. He was 82 years old. Born in Chelsea, he was the beloved son of the…
For Kids Only Annual Summer Staff Development Program at Miller Field
Winthrop Kicks Off America 250 with July 3 Celebration and Boat Parade
Winthrop is planning to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and the Fourth of July in style this year with a mix of new events and long-standing traditions. On Friday, July 3, the Winthrop Day Celebration and Boat Parade kicks off at…
Annual Horribles Parade and Fireworks to Light Up July 4
On the Fourth of July proper on Saturday, Winthrop’s 144th Annual Horrible’s Parade kicks off at 9 a.m. from the public landing at 770 Shirley St. The event ends with free festivities including a DJ, leg races, a blueberry pie…
WIHA to ‘Preserve the Past, Inspire the Future’ during Independence Week
Alongside the town’s main events, the Winthrop Improvement & Historical Association (WIHA) is hosting a packed schedule of activities to celebrate Winthrop’s history, community, and our nation’s birthday. True to their motto to “Preserve the Past. Inspire the Future,” the…