The town can take great pride in the wonderful inaugural/swearing-in ceremony that was held Tuesday evening at the Cummings Schools (and may we note that Arthur Cummings, for whom the school is named, was in attendance). The fact that this momentous occasion drew the largest crowd ever for a swearing-in ceremony says a lot...
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Monthly Archives: January 2012
Well Deserved Tribute: A Standing Ovation for Mary Lou Osborne
One of the most touching moments of the ceremony came when a citation was presented to outgoing School Committee chairwoman Mary Lou Osborne and the crowd rose as one to give her a standing ovation. The town of Winthrop greatly appreciated her service to the town and it was evident that Mrs. Osborne appreciated...
Vice-president Varrone: An Asset to Board
We’ve always admired the professional approach that Paul Varrone has brought to the Town Council and we want to join the townspeople in congratulating him on his election to the position of vice president of the Council. Paul Varrone is a team player and he will be a valuable asset to new president Peter...
Great Job Johnna Fisher: Former WHS Standout Has Great Supporters
We have to note the tremendous turnout for former Winthrop High basketball star Johnna Fisher, whose Central Connecticut State University women’s team played against Boston College Monday night at Conte Forum. Johnna is a freshman center who is working hard in trying to make the transition from high school to Division 1 college basketball....
Police Blotter 01-05-2012
Tuesday, December 27 Boyfriend called and could not get in contact with his girlfriend. He stated that her cell phone probably was not on and wanted to make sure that she arrived home safely. Officer reports vehicle in the driveway. Female caller reporting man sick on Shirley Street and can not move. WFD and...
Winthrop Boys Hoop Team Improves to 6-0
The Winthrop High boys basketball team completed a clean sweep of their rivals in the South Division of the Northeastern Conference with a pulsating 72-59 triumph over Saugus on Monday. The Vikings now are 5-0 in the NEC South (6-0 overall) after the first go-round of contests with their NEC South foes. The victory...
Obituaries 01-05-2012
Janet Winter Lifelong Winthrop Resident Janet A. Winter of Winthrop Street, Winthrop died at home suddenly on December 28. She was 72 years old. Born in Boston, she was the loving daughter of the late Grace (Riley) and Edward Buontempo. A lifetime resident of Winthrop, she was the devoted wife of the late Arthur...
