If you weren’t able to get the Winthrop Cultural Council’s annual celebration Tuesday night, you missed a great rendition of Winthrop’s “song†that was performed by the Winthrop High School Vocal Vikings to the delight of those in attendance. We…
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The Honorable Justice Albert Conlon: First Justice Has a Local Connection
We were in attendance at Law Day program in Lynn for one of our sister publications and it was great to see the Honorable Justice Albert Conlon, who presides over the Lynn District Court, taking such a key leadership position…
Be Sure to Vote Tuesday: Our Congressman,Ed Markey,is a Candidate for U.S. Senate
For the second time in the span of a few years, Massachusetts voters will have the opportunity to elect a United State Senator in a special election. This Tuesday, April 30, is the primary election for the Senate seat that…
An Unspeakable Tragedy
Perhaps I am still in sense of shock as the details and the reality of the bombing at the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday sink into my mind. One is almost immune when one hears about civilian…
Right Decision on Casino Mitigation: Town Needs Advice for a Complicated Issue
Town Manager James McKenna once again has the town traveling on the right path with his decision to bring in a well-established law firm to sit down with Suffolk Downs officials and execute a casino mitigation package. The Council approved…
Gill Seeks Re-Election: Council Presidents Entry Signals Start of Town Election Season
Two years ago Peter Gill swept into the town’s highest elected office by defeating incumbent Council President Jeffrey Turco in one of the most exciting town elections in our history. It was somewhat of an upset as Turco, an attorney…
Great Green News for Winthrop: Grant to Fund Energy Projects is a Step Toward the Future
That was great news for Winthrop last Thursday when State Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rick Sullivan presented a grant to the town for $169,625 during a ceremony at the Winthrop Cultural Center. Town Manager Jim McKenna, Speaker…
A Great Idea: Inspection By-law Has a Lot of Merit
The report by Interim Building Commissioner John Barrett to the Town Council last week in which Barrett informed the council that there are in the vicinity of 300-500 illegal apartments in Winthrop should come as a surprise to nobody. Indeed,…
Thank You, Robert Sanborn: Retiring Auxiliary Police Chief Has Done an Outstanding Job
We want to congratulate Robert Sanborn Sr. on his retirement as chief of the Winthrop Auxiliary Police following 39 years of service. The Town Council honored Sanborn for his volunteer service to the town and it was a touching ceremony…
Congratulations,pamela: New Exalted Ruler of Local Elks Takes Over
Well, that was a very formal and dignified installation-of-officers ceremony as Winthrop resident Pamela Milton became the Exalted Ruler of the Winthrop Lodge of Elks. The pomp and circumstance surrounding the ceremony was quite impressive and showcased the tradition and…