Winchester Select Board debates when — and how — to make another override ask
Town officials are considering surveys and focus groups after a March tax measure failed by 293 votes, leaving long-term budget gaps unresolved.
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Eric T. Shediac
Eric T. Shediac, of Winchester, MA, passed away peacefully and was wrapped in God’s loving grace on May 9, 2026, at the age of 59. Eric undertook every treatment available to him with optimism, perseverance and remarkable strength in his efforts to regain his health during his 10-month
Rep. Michael Day named Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys Legislator of the Year
The following was submitted by the Office of Rep. Michael Day: Rep. Michael S. Day recently received the 2026 Legislator of the Year Award from the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys (MATA), a professional association representing plaintiff-side personal injury attorneys and civil litigators across the Commonwealth. “I am deeply
Winchester to hold Memorial Day parade, exercises on May 25
The following was submitted by the Town of Winchester: On Monday, May 25, the VFW Post 3719 will host the annual Memorial Day Parade and Civic Exercises, with the parade stepping off at 9:15 a.m. from Laraway Road. The parade marshal will be Gregory Quill. Anyone marching in
Winchester Planning Board declines to reopen Converse Place permit, puts conditions to review on end of lawsuit
Disputed downtown project includes 34 apartments, commercial space and a $2 million payment aimed at supporting affordable housing elsewhere.
Winchester celebrates En Ka with annual parade
The bright sunny skies brought Winchester residents out for the annual En Ka Parade on May 16. Winchester organizations gathered at the high school early in the morning to find their places for the parade. Among them, was our very own Winchester News board...and of course, our mascot Roscoe,
Winchester Town Day, WFEE road race take place June 6
The following was submitted by the Winchester Town Day Committee and WFEE: On Saturday, June 6, the town of Winchester will celebrate its 45th annual Town Day. Winchester Town Day had its beginning in the mid-1970s when a group of town residents decided that a late spring community party
OPINION: When Ted Turner returned the call
The media pioneer’s gesture in a small newsroom revealed how loyalty, memory and respect could matter as much as fame.
Town of Winchester seeks Finance Committee members
The following was submitted by the Town of Winchester: The Town of Winchester is seeking five (5) registered voters for a term to expire 2029. The Finance Committee annually reviews the Town Manager’s proposed budget. After reviewing, the committee schedules a public hearing prior to the Spring Town Meeting.
Winchester Planning Board puts brakes on 972 Main St. project
Approval of a planned residential/commercial development at 972 Main St. has hit a snag. During a Planning Board meeting May 13, officials said the problem is based on last minute changes to the design by developer Sid Gehlot to the former Meineke muffler shop site. “I see a dramatic
Meet the Artist: Ratna Dalal’s botanical art ‘touches many lives’
Highland Avenue resident Ratna Dalal spent her career as an architect, and she says, “I did drawings for architectural plans in black and white, using straight lines and right angles.” But once she retired, “I realized it created a hunger in me for curvilinear lines and color.” As a gardener,
Winchester High softball gets hot in May with three straight wins
After beginning May with an 18-5 loss to host Lexington, the Winchester High softball team (8-8) won its next three home games against Wilmington (5-3, May 4), Watertown (May 5, 15-3) and Arlington (14-6, May 6). But they began this week with two losses against
Winchester High boys volleyball closes in another postseason berth
The Winchester High boys volleyball team is 9-8, and with three home matches left on the regular season schedule – Belmont (May 15, 5:15 p.m.), Arlington (May 18, 5:15 p.m.) and non-league Cambridge (May 20, 5:45 p.m.) – they need just one more win
Winchester Artists Network to exhibit at Town Hall on Town Day
Local artists’ works will be featured at Winchester Town Hall, June 6-11
Undefeated Winchester High girls tennis ranks second in the latest D-1 power rankings
The Winchester High girls tennis team (15-0) shows no signs of slowing down, while it was wrapping up one month and beginning another. The Red & Black closed out April with shutout wins over Belmont (April 27) and Wakefield (April 29). Once the calendar flipped to May, it was
Winchester-based international film event invites neighbors to watch, vote, and win cash prizes
The following was submitted by the Just A Minute Festival: While Winchester is known for its quiet streets and historic charm, for one month every year, it becomes the global epicenter of “concise cinema.” The Just A Minute Festival, a homegrown international phenomenon, is proud to announce its 2026 Official