The decision last week by Gov. Maura Healey and the Mass. Dept. of Public Health to issue an order classifying kratom as a Schedule 1 drug, thereby effectively banning the sale of kratom products, ...

Winthrop residents of all abilities are invited to enjoy the outdoors during "Accessible Adventures: A Fun Day at Deer Island," scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Winter break begins with a half day on Wednesday, Dec. 23, with students returning to school in the new year on Monday, Jan. 4. February vacation is set for Feb. 15-19, and April vacation is from ...

Diann Baylis is an immigration attorney, and a candidate for Governor’s Council in the 6th Governor’s Council District.

Alfonse J. Mele of Holyoke passed into eternal life on July 20, 2026 at the age of 72 after a long illness.

In conclusion, I am asking you, the voters of Suffolk County, to vote for Kevin Hayden on September 1. If what I described above is new to you, it’s because Kevin was focused on the work and not on ...

Hayden, who is seeking a second term as district attorney for Suffolk Country that encompasses Boston, Revere, Winthrop, and Chelsea, said, “We have accomplished a lot of things in the short time that ...

The kids from Casa along with Youthworks Director Jenn Reth stopped by the Veterans office and dropped off personal hygiene supplies to VSO Phil Ronan for needy veterans. In addition they stopped by ...

Winthrop has received bids to take down an unsafe wooden pier structure on Grandview Avenue. “The low bidder came in at $15,900 to remove the structure,” Town Manager Tony Marino stated in his report ...

While the FKO program is not a public schools program, the Winthrop schools have worked closely with FKO over the past decades in their mission to provide afterschool care for Winthrop students.

State Rep. Jeffrey Turco has announced his intention to seek re-election. The following is his statement: I am seeking re-election to be your State Representative for the 19th Suffolk District ...

Dogs on leashes are welcome at many farmers markets and local festivals. Always check the rules before you arrive. There is a perception that farmers’ markets close down when school begins, but many ...