By Joyce Westner Nov. 28, 2023
Today the Boston Globe’s business editor Shirley Leung mentioned the Winchester News in an article about worthy non-profits to keep in mind on Giving Tuesday. She wrote that today is also “Giving News Day,” and suggested local non-profit news outlets, including Winchester News, deserve donations. https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/11/27/business/givingtuesday-nonprofits-women-children-people-of-color-politics/
The river restoration plan for the Aberjona River in Davidson Park has been revised using nature based techniques that can be installed with minimal disturbance to wetland resources. It will include rock weirs to create step-like increases in the water level during typical flow conditions to counteract cascades resulting from
Ahead of the March 21 election, incumbent Michelle Prior and challenger Shamus Brady offered contrasting styles, but frequent agreement at a candidate forum for the Select Board, with both backing the pending override vote while differing on how to generate revenue, speed housing development and attract businesses. The two are
The Winchester Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) seems to have all the information it needs to make a decision on a proposed Chapter 40B apartment proposal at the intersection of Washington and Swanton streets. “It’ll be sort of wrapping things up tonight and moving forward on deliberations,” ZBA Chair
John Bellaire and Heather von Mering outlined competing visions for the town’s public schools at a candidate forum, clashing over technology in classrooms, special education access and teacher accountability ahead of the March 21 election. The two are vying for one three-year seat on the Winchester School Committee. The
Winchester High girls basketball coach Sam Mosley guided her team this year to a 13-8 regular season record that qualified them for the Division 1 state tournament as the 28th seed. The Red & Black then went on the road to face host South Community High School of Worcester (17-3)
Everyone likes to be recognized for their efforts and the Ambrose School is no different. The school recently received an A from the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), being named a School of Recognition. “It’s very exciting,” said Ambrose Principal Andrea Phelan. A School of Recognition
The following was submitted by the Winchester Chamber of Commerce: On Saturday, March 14, the Winchester Chamber of Commerce will be holding the Winchester Health & Wellness Fair at Town Hall, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come for a fun, informative, and community-focused event designed to help
The following was submitted by the Winchester Cooperative Theatre for Children: Families are invited to step into a world of pure imagination as local young performers bring Roald Dahl’s beloved classic to life in a delightful children’s production of Willy Wonka! Based on the timeless story Charlie and
