We join with the entire community in congratulating the Winthrop Playmakers on its 75th year in our town. For decades, the local community theater organization has brought much enjoyment to our residents through its many shows and productions at its…
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Transformation Underway: New Use for Hospital Site Ready in 2014
We learned from a presentation at the monthly Chamber of Commerce meeting by James P. Roberston of Origen Property and Jason Robertson (no relation) of The Gralia Group that the new assisted living residential community on the site of the…
Winthrop Fared Well: DPW, Town Officials Were Well-prepare
The Blizzard of 2013 was every bit as big and far-reaching as predicted by local meteorologists. Our Town of Winthrop was well-prepared and rebounded well from the fifth-biggest storm in this region’s history. Respecting the forecast for a monumental snowstorm,…
Speaker DeLeo Does It: $25,000 Grant Will Help Local Businesses
Fresh off the success and joy of its Awards Night and Kickoff Gala, the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce enjoyed another positive boost, that being the tremendous opportunity that Speaker Robert A. DeLeo has given to the Chamber through his securing…
ED Markey’s Senate Candidacy: Our Long-time Congressman Has Received Many Endorsements
Although it is the long-standing policy of this newspaper not to endorse candidates for public office, we nonetheless feel compelled to make note of the candidacy of our outstanding, long-time Congressman, Edward J. Markey, for the U.S. Senate seat which…
Speaker DeLeo Delivers Once Again: Meeting with New Logan Chief Tom Glynn Was Productive
Sometimes the best way to accomplish your goal is the most direct way and that’s what Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo did to realize his goal of opening up a dialogue between the communities he represents and new…
Bob and Bentley: Defelice Heads a Top-notch Department
It was great to see Robert “Bob†DeFelice during our recent trip to Bentley University in Waltham to watch Courtney Finn play basketball for the undefeated Lady Falcons team. DeFelice was watching the game in the stands among the crowd,…
Annette Fucillo Remembered: Matriarch of Family Was ‘a Very Special Lady’
That was a warm and loving tribute paid this week as people came to honor and celebrate the life of Annette Fucillo, who passed away on Jan. 18 at the age of 89. She shared 65 years of marriage with…
Big Night for Chamber: Annual Kick-off and Awards Nights is Feb. 1
The Winthrop Chamber of Commerce is getting ready for its 22nd Annual Kickoff Dinner and Awards Night that will be held Feb. 1 at the Hyatt Harborside at Logan Airport. As always, there will be a tremendous turnout of Winthrop…
A Proposal Worth Considering: Solar Energy Project Will Be of Benefit
Those watching the Town Council meeting Tuesday night saw a very enlightening and information presentation by Blue Wave Capital on their proposal to develop a solar energy project that would benefit the town and reduce its energy costs. John DeVillars,…