There is a sign in the window of Publix Shoe that Winthrop that hasn’t been seen in 63 years: “Retirement Sale.†Alas, after more than six decades of running his popular shoe store in Winthrop Center, Anthony “Tony†Rossetti is…
Lax marked the spot
As a young girl growing up in sports-minded Winthrop, Eva Hynes played soccer, basketball, and softball. “But I never really stuck with anything before lacrosse became my passion,†said Hynes, 18, who graduated in May from St. Mary’s High School…
User fee is reduced to $250, but Middle School program is scaled back
The Winthrop School Committee wanted to send a message to the parents of public school athletes at their June 24 meeting. With $50,000 donation from the Viking Pride Foundation (VPF), the five members of the committee voted unanimously to reduce…
Parade, fireworks to highlight July 4th events; Police urge residents to have a safe and happy holiday
The town of Winthrop’s annual Independence Day celebrations is scheduled to take place this Sunday, July 4. The Annual Horribles Parade, led by organizer Pete Gobiel and his Point Shirley volunteers are set to step off from the Public Landing…
A Tough Choice – But Letterie did the right thing
Life is all about decisions and Town Councillor James Letterie had a tough one this week: Whether to remain on the Council or submit an application to become a member of the Winthrop School Committee. There are currently two vacancies…
Enjoy the Fourth – And remember: Safety first
The weatherman is forecasting a truly glorious Fourth of July weekend, with lots of sun and temperatures that will be warm, but not scorching. Locally, Winthrop residents will celebrate the holiday in our traditional way. Although there will be no…