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Celebrate Women’s History Month with Girls Leading Change

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Girls Leading Change

The following was submitted by the Network for Social Justice:  To mark Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day in 2026, the Network for Social Justice is collaborating with club leaders from Winchester High School and members of the Community Health team from La Colaborativa in Chelsea and

Ripley Chapel in Winchester presents ‘Syldason: You Are Welcome Here’

Ripley Chapel in Winchester presents ‘Syldason: You Are Welcome Here’

The following was submitted by the Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church: On Friday, March 13, beginning at 7:30 p.m., live in-person and live streamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester, 21 Church St., join in with Syldason, a duo concert featuring Sylvie Zakarian,

Sen. Jason Lewis, Mass. Senate strengthen fair housing protections for renters, buyers

Sen. Jason Lewis, Mass. Senate strengthen fair housing protections for renters, buyers

The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sen. Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass legislation that protects residents from discrimination in the housing market as the Trump administration abandons its enforcement of the federal Fair Housing Act. Illegal discrimination continues

Celebrating Black history and culture with art, reflection, and community

Celebrating Black history and culture with art, reflection, and community

The following was submitted by the Network for Social Justice: The Winchester community came together last week at the Griffin Museum of Photography for the inaugural Black History and Culture Celebration, an evening filled with music, student creativity, and powerful messages about equity, unity, and the enduring legacy of Black

Winchester Town Clerk: Early voting begins March 14

Winchester Town Clerk: Early voting begins March 14

The following was submitted by the Winchester Town Clerk’s Office: Did you know that you can cast a vote early for the upcoming Annual Town Election? Election laws were amended years ago and allow for voters to cast ballots several ways.  The world is a busy place with family,

Ronald ‘Ron’ Klaas Vanderkruik

Ronald ‘Ron’ Klaas Vanderkruik

Ronald “Ron” Klaas Vanderkruik, 79, of Winchester, Mass., passed away on the morning of Feb. 23, 2026 at home, surrounded by his loving family and devoted dog. Ron was born in Upstate New York to Adeline and Emil Vanderkruik and grew up alongside his older sister, Janice. In high school,

Winchester residents launch local news podcast

Winchester residents launch local news podcast

The following was submitted by Winchester Beat: Winchester residents Jennifer Haefeli and Tara Hughes have launched a local news podcast called Winchester Beat. The short format show offers a roundup of local news and events, including many stories from Winchester News. The show currently focuses on issues related to town

Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian announces candidacy in 5th Middlesex District

Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian announces candidacy in 5th Middlesex District

The following was submitted by Rep. Kate Lipper-Garabedian: Kate Lipper-Garabedian, a state representative, education attorney, former teacher, and mom announced Feb. 25 that she is running for state Senate for the 5th Middlesex District. On Feb. 24, current state Sen. Jason Lewis announced he will not seek re-election, creating an

Winchester Cultural Council announces grants for 2026

Winchester Cultural Council announces grants for 2026

The following was submitted by the Winchester Cultural Council: The Winchester Cultural Council has awarded $14,625 in grants to 21 individuals and organizations, as part of its annual grants program for supporting arts and culture in town. The annual program receives funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state

Winchester Co-operative Bank welcomes Scott Kaiser as new VP, Commercial Loan Officer

Winchester Co-operative Bank welcomes Scott Kaiser as new VP, Commercial Loan Officer

The following was submitted by Winchester Co-operative Bank: Winchester Co-operative Bank (WCB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Kaiser as vice president and Commercial Loan Officer. With extensive years of experience in the New England banking sector, Kaiser brings a wealth of expertise across commercial real estate, small

Sen. Jason Lewis announces March office hours in Winchester

Sen. Jason Lewis announces March office hours in Winchester

The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sen. Jason Lewis will be holding Office Hours in Winchester on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Winchester Public Library, 80 Washington St. Any Winchester resident is welcome to attend Office Hours,

Sen. Jason Lewis, Senate strengthen car purchasing safeguards to protect buyers

Sen. Jason Lewis, Senate strengthen car purchasing safeguards to protect buyers

The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis:  State Sen. Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass legislation that strengthens consumer rights for people who buy new and used vehicles by expanding the state’s vehicle buyer protection law, increasing the mileage for

5 Winchester youth wrestlers qualify for state championship

5 Winchester youth wrestlers qualify for state championship

The following was submitted by Winchester Recreation Department Director Nick Cacciolfi: The Winchester Recreation Department sent 10 youth wrestlers (U12 and U15 divisions) to the Regional Tournament in Haverhill on Feb. 15 and came away with five place-winners who qualified for the Massachusetts Youth State Championship. Leading the way was

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