Winchester Hospital performs first MILD procedure for back pain
Winchester Hospital performs first MILD procedure for backpain
Just A Minute Festival presents special world premiere screening of award-winning one-minute films in Lexington
The following was submitted by the Just A Minute Festival: The Just A Minute Festival, an international celebration of short-form storytelling, invites audiences to a special screening at the Lexington Venue, 1794 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, on Thursday, July 16, beginning at 7p.m., featuring 60 minutes of audience favorites,
The first-ever Bike Rodeo held at Winchester Town Day
The following was submitted by Walk & Roll Winchester: More than 30 Winchester children participated in the first-ever Bike Rodeo held during Winchester Town Day on Saturday, June 6, at Winchester High School. Organized by volunteers from Walk & Roll Winchester and the Climate Action Advisory Committee, in partnership
July’s Winchester Office Hours with Sen. Jason Lewis moved to Stoneham, Reading
The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: Due to construction at the Winchester Public Library, Sen. Jason Lewis will not hold his regularly scheduled Office Hours in Winchester this July. To meet with Lewis in person, residents are encouraged to attend local Office Hours in Stoneham
Rep. Michael Day, Mass. House pass Environmental Bond Bill
The following was submitted by the Office of Rep. Michael S. Day: The Massachusetts House of Representative recently passed the Environmental Bond Bill, a $3.5 billion measure that will modernize environmental laws, strengthen climate resilience, support agricultural and food systems, streamline permitting processes and improve the management of the
Winchester residents invited to 2nd Middlesex state Senate candidates forum on July 16
The following was submitted by Neighbors in Action: Several community groups will jointly host a multi-community forum for the 2nd Middlesex state Senate candidates on July 16, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Somerville High School, 81 Highland Ave. Doors will open at 6:30 p.
Sen. Jason Lewis, Mass. Senate make it easier to see a primary care doctor
The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sen. Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass new legislation to invest in primary care and make it easier for patients to see a primary care physician in Massachusetts. Currently, 43% of Massachusetts residents
Sen. Jason Lewis announces July office hours in Stoneham, Reading
The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: Due to construction at the Winchester Public Library, Sen. Jason Lewis will not hold his regularly scheduled Office Hours in Winchester this July. To meet with Lewis in person, residents are encouraged to attend local Office Hours in Stoneham
Meet the Cheeses: A Taste of New England at Nouvelle Maison
The following was submitted by Nouvelle Maison: On Thursday, July 2, celebrate the incredible cheeses being made right here in the region as we mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. In this guided tasting, come explore standout cheeses from New England creameries while learning about the farms, traditions, and
Last session in free series for families with loved ones struggling with Substance Use Disorder
The following was submitted by the Winchester Health Department: Do you have a loved one struggling with Substance Use Disorder? You are not alone! Come to a free series offering connection, education, and hope for parents, caregivers and loved ones. Join Barrie Brian, family peer recovery coach, on Wednesday, July
The Winchester Farmers Market is open for business!
Winchester’s Farmers Market, a community gathering place since 2008, is now open! The market, which operates from the second Saturday in June until the last Saturday in October, is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Town Common. Come and shop for fresh fruits and
Middlesex Sheriff’s Office welcomes 18 new correction officers
The following was submitted by the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office: Eighteen new correction officers formally joined the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office on May 22, following the completion of 13 weeks of training. A ceremony honoring the graduates of the 54th Basic Training Academy (BTA) was held at historic Winchester
Winchester artist John Williams featured in new art book ‘A Half-Century of Folk Art’
The following was submitted by the family of John Williams: Winchester artist John Williams is being featured in “A Half-Century of Folk Art: My Recollections,” a new book by noted folk art collector and President of the Folk Art Society of America Ann Frederick Oppenhimer. The book published in
Winchester Historical Society awarded $300,000 Cummings Grant
The following was submitted by the Winchester Historical Society: The Winchester Historical Society has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive funding through Cummings Foundation’s annual grant program, which awarded $35 million this year. Chosen through a competitive review process that drew a record 959 applicants, the
Arts Winchester’s Annual Sidewalk Art 2026 runs now thru September
The following was submitted by Arts Winchester: Arts Winchester is pleased to present its 5th Annual Sidewalk Art exhibit. Forty-three tiles displaying art by Winchester students, professional photographers and Arthur Griffin were installed in time for this year’s Town Day and are now on display on downtown Winchester
McCall Middle School Civics Project: School Funding and Budgeting Issues in Winchester
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following was submitted by eighth-grade students from the McCall Middle School for their annual civics project. These essays have not been edited by Winchester News for grammar or content. This essay is being presented by Emma Chu and Joe Chiavelli. Are you aware of the