News

17-Year-Old Drowns at Shannon Beach

July 15, 2023 . 8:11 PM

1 min read

By Joyce Westner

July 15, 2023. Updated on July 17. The body of a 17-year-old boy was pulled from six feet of water in Mystic Lake this evening. According to State Police, he was swimming with a group of people several yards outside the swimming area when they noticed he hadn’t surfaced. State and local first responders assisted were deployed to the beach and Winchester firefighter divers recovered his body. According to WCVB News, Massachusetts State Police officials identified the victim as Luis Tejeda of Lynn. Last July two men drowned in separate incidents in the same lake.

Latest

News

Winchester looking for two residents for Finance Committee

The following was submitted by the Town of Winchester: The town of Winchester is searching for two volunteers for the Finance Committee: One (1) registered voter for a term to expire 2026 One (1) registered voter for a term to expire 2028 The Finance Committee annually reviews the Town Manager’

, and

November 10, 2025

Events

Sogno salutes service this Veterans Day

The following was submitted by Sogno: On Tuesday, Nov. 11, Sogno honors New England veterans, active-duty service members, and military families through a full day of dining, fundraising, and gratitude. Throughout the day, a portion of all dining proceeds will benefit two extraordinary organizations: The Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation, which

, and

November 10, 2025

Helpers among us

Helpers Among Us - Patti Reilly wants your children’s clothes

Although Patti Reilly opened her boutique, Jules, about a year and a half ago, she’s already discovered the generosity of Winchester residents. That’s why she and her husband, John, decided to offer a 10% discount on one item to anyone who brings in “gently used children’s clothing.

, and Joyce Westner | Staff Writer

November 10, 2025

Opinion

‘Lights of Love’ in Winchester looking for donations this holiday season

Dear friends and supporters: My husband and I founded the “Lights of Love” – Winchester in 2004. For more than two decades, the “Lights of Love” has illuminated our Town Center and downtown area all year round – a glowing tribute in memory of our deceased children, family members and friends whose

, and

November 10, 2025

17-Year-Old Drowns at Shannon Beach

Table of Contents

Related

Latest