Town Manager James McKenna said that funds from a $950,000 Federal grant should allow Winthrop to have a commuter ferry boat service up and running by the spring. McKenna talked about the proposed ferry service during a presentation about the…
Debate will resume next week at House Committee meeting
The great expanded gaming debate will begin on October 29 when a House Committee takes up the issue. The Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies will hold a hearing at the State House on Thursday, October 29, to discuss…
An Exciting Project – Ferry plan could rejuvenate town
There certainly has been an air of excitement around the town with the news that a water transportation ferry service for commuters could begin as soon as May 1. The project is being made possible by a $950,000 grant announced…
Community-Wide Success – Gathering gave residents a meaningful forum
A large turnout of residents and town officials attended the inaugural Community Meeting held Monday night at the Winthrop Yacht Club. Residents were able to talk directly with MWRA officials about the speeding trucks that travel through the town. After…
A New High School – Renovations might not be cost-effective
We believe we heard Winthrop resident David Osborne, a regular speaker during the public portion of Council meetings, suggest that the town should consider building a new high school, rather than go forward with the $26.5 million in renovations that…
Quality Leadership – Forum showcased dedication of our elected officials
There’s only one word to describe the Town Council’s public forum that was held Tuesday night at the Senior Center in which all of our town department leaders participated, and that word is, “Impressive.†Even Town Manager Jim McKenna was…