In a 1624 map of the east coast, drawn by Captain John Smith, the Winthrop area is included in what was marked as the River Charles. It is the first diagram in Dave Hubbard’s collection of 225 maps that reference…
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Sgt. Dalrymple Completes: Training Program
The Justice System Training and Research Institute at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I., in partnership with the New England Association of Chiefs of Police, recently recognized Sergeant Nancy J. Dalrymple of the Winthrop Police Department for the successful completion…
East Boston Health Center Honors Two Employees for Dedication
Two longtime East Boston Neighborhood Health Center (EBNHC) employees were honored this month for their work and commitment to the health center for four decades. Both Paula McNabb-Ippolito and Carol Singletary, who both started working for EBNHC on the same…
Veteran’s Agent Seeks More Funds: From Town Coffers
WINTHROP – The demand for services from the Veterans Service Office goes up and down, lately it’s been up and the Veteran’s Agent wants to make sure there is enough money in her budget to meet the demand. Tuesday night…
WHS Students to Present ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
The Winthrop High School Drama Society will be presenting the full-length play, “It’s a Wonderful Life,†Dec. 4-6. This sentimental Christmas classic emphasizes the belief that good will always triumph over evil, and that true riches are the treasures of…
WIHA Selling Gift Cards as a Fundraiser
Looking for a gift idea or stocking stuffer? The Officers and Board of Directors of the Winthrop Improvement and Historical Association (WIHA) are proud to announce their organization has been approved to sell major retailer gift cards. Under a special…
Councilors Transfer $340,000 for Items
WINTHROP – The Town Council settled several financial matters Tuesday night, transferring $340,000 from either the town’s Capital Stabilization Fund or from free cash to pay for everything from new voting booths to a new public works truck. The initial…
Local Thespian to be in ‘Velveteen Rabbit’ Opening on Friday
Twelve-year-old Heather Buccini of Winthrop is set to perform in Boston Children’s Theatre’s magical production of “The Velveteen Rabbit,†that opens Friday at Endicott College’s Manninen Center for the Arts in Beverly. It’s been a busy year for the talented…
Coughlin Park Ceremony on December 3
The Town of Winthrop will hold a ceremony celebrating the revitalization of Coughlin Park on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 11 a.m. at the new park. Town Manager James McKenna will serve as the master of ceremonies for the speaking program.…
Chamber’s Holiday Lighting Festivities Planned for this Friday
Ring in the season Friday, November 28th in Winthrop Center for the Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd annual “Holiday Lighting Festival†from 3:00-6:00 p.m. Nationally recognized magician and children’s entertainer, Mike Bent of AbraKidabra, brings his “Ho-Ho-Hocus Pocus†magic show to…