Tickets for one of the summer’s biggest community events — the Viking Pride Foundation’s “Summer Chiller” — are now on sale. The event will be held on August 24 at the Larsen Rink at the Mike Eruzione Center. There will…
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Honoring Eric
That was nice gesture by Councilor Russell Sanford, who proposed that a citation be presented to departing Winthrop Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Eric Gaynor. Eric will be leaving his position after more than a decade of service to the…
Belle Isle Bridge Opening Ceremony: Reconstruction Was Worth the Inconvenience
We understand that there will be a ceremony next week marking the completion of the Belle Isle Bridge renovation project. Those who travel over the bridge in and out of Winthrop have to be impressed with the new look. Looking…
Pico Park Looks Fantastic: Facility a Tribute to Hard Work of Parks Comm.
If you haven’t seen the newly renovated Pico Park, it’s certainly worth a trip to see the total transformation of this playground into a beautiful facility. The park’s renovation was the result of an effort by the newly formed Winthrop…
Police Blotter 08-15-2013
Monday, August 5Â Disturbance of loud music from Washington Avenue. Female reports tenant playing his radio. She just wants it logged. Caller reports loud music coming from first floor of above incident. Units report an ongoing problem, but no music…
MIAA to Start Broadcasting Local High School Sports
The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) is one of 28 members of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) that has joined the NFHS Network, the new all-digital network devoted to coverage of high school sports and performing…
Obituaries 08-15-2013
Charles Ingersoll Of Winthrop Charles G. Ingersoll of Winthrop died on August 7. He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Sarno), devoted father of Charles Ingersoll of Melrose, David Ingersoll and Mark Ingersoll, both of Saugus and step father of…
Eric Gaynor to Leave Winthrop Chamber: Steps Down to Pursue Accounting Degree
For 11 years Eric Gaynor, Executive Director of the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, has been working with the community to beautify the town, expand local businesses, and frame the neighborhood around families. He has made lifelong friendships, discovered his passions…
Panel Discussion Held on Rising Sea Levels in Boston Harbor
Bold federal action on climate solutions will help safeguard our communities, create good jobs and build a stronger economy, according to participants in a panel discussion on climate change last Wednesday at the UMass Club. The panel discussion – which…
MGH to Help with Community Health Assessment
Town Manager James McKenna announced this week that the Winthrop Health Department and CASA (Community Against Substance Abuse) will be entering into an agreement with the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Community Health Improvement to assist the town in performing…