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Winchester cyclists, volunteers join thousands in 46th annual PMC Challenge for Dana-Farber last weekend
The 46th annual Pan-Mass Challenge is officially in the books. The two-day summer cycling event concluded last Sunday (Aug. 3) after raising more millions of dollars for cancer research and patient care at the world-renowned Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Jimmy Fund). Last year, the PMC donated $75 million to Dana-Farber, and
Wakefield to celebrate first Jewish Cultural Festival
The following was submitted by Chabad of Wakefield: On Sunday, Aug. 10, from 1 to 3 p.m., Chabad of Wakefield will host the town’s first-ever Jewish Cultural Festival at the historic bandstand on the Wakefield Common. This community-wide event is expected to draw hundreds of attendees from Wakefield
Winchester Public Library presents ‘The Wreck of the Circus Ship Royal Tar’ with author Jane Parks Gardner
The following was submitted by the Winchester Public Library: On Thursday, Aug. 14, the Winchester Public Library, 80 Washington St., presents author Jane Parks Gardner, who will talk about her new book, “The Wreck of the Circus Ship Royal Tar,” from 7-8 p.m. in the large meeting room. Based
First Congregational Church to hold Movie Night featuring ‘The Wild Robot’
The following was submitted by the First Congregational Church in Winchester: On Thursday, Aug. 14, the First Congregational Church in Winchester, UCC, 21 Church St. invites you to Movie Night on the church lawn for “The Wild Robot,” starting at 7:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair to
Wright-Locke Farm presents final Family Farm Night
The following was submitted by Wright-Locke Farm: On Tuesday, Aug. 5, Wright-Locke Farm, 78 Ridge St., will present the final Family Farm Night of the season, featuring Dandelion, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.. Dandelion plays folk-inspired children's music. Bring a picnic and your favorite non-alcoholic
REVIEW: A lazy afternoon meal of goodness at the Black Horse Tavern in Winchester
It was a quiet Sunday at the Black Horse Tavern when we stopped in for a late lunch, but it was still lively. The atmosphere was laid back, but the staff was attentive and I was ready to be waited on! I have been wanting to try the Tavern mostly
Another source of local news for Winchester neighborhood
There’s a new print publication in Winchester, produced by several members of Ashley Shie Semones-Howe’s family. She calls it “148 Neighborhood Reporter” after the family’s home address. It has a print run of two — one that Ashley keeps in a folder, and one that her children can
10 things you probably don’t know about the Fourth of July
For most people, the Fourth of July is about barbecues, fireworks and enjoying the warm summertime weather. But here are 10 things, we bet you didn’t know about the holiday! 1) July 4 is not the actual date of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Second Continental
Winchester’s Insight Recovery Treatment Center receives mental health license, grows location offerings
It’s been almost a year since Insight Recovery Treatment Center opened its doors in Winchester. And in that time, the need for treatment and support services has grown so much that owners Steven Kent, Jon Baer and Rich Trainor are expanding. “That’s been our goal from the beginning,
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REVIEW: A lazy afternoon meal of goodness at the Black Horse Tavern in Winchester
It was a quiet Sunday at the Black Horse Tavern when we stopped in for a late lunch, but it was still lively. The atmosphere was laid back, but the staff was attentive and I was ready to be waited on! I have been wanting to try the Tavern mostly
Turning waste into impact: Winchester High School’s cafeteria waste recycling program a success
By Joon Choi and Dr. Prassede Calabi Ever wondered how much food is thrown away in Winchester High School’s cafeteria each day? According to data collected by past WHS AP Environmental Science classes (2016, 2017), roughly 100 lbs of food were wasted daily during lunch, constituting almost half of
Winchester Restaurant Week highlights variety of local eateries
A delighted Dana Garmey surveyed the comings and goings at Sogno Monday afternoon, as residents packed the restaurant for the first-ever Winchester Restaurant Week. “Other towns do it,” the Chamber of Commerce’s executive director said of the upcoming event, “so we’re copying them. It’s the best form
