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WinCAM moving to Parkhurst School after board doesn’t renew Swanton Street lease
WinCAM is moving. The Winchester Community Access & Media’s (WinCAM) board on June 17 voted 5-1 not to renew the lease at its 32 Swanton St. location, where the local cable access station has been housed since June 2014 and instead relocate to the Parkhurst School on Emerson
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 School Committee to debate athletic fees options on June 29
Two proposals sent to families as survey to get community perspective
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
Residents report overnight car break-ins in several Winchester neighborhoods
Residents in several Winchester neighborhoods are reporting a rash of car break-ins that occurred June 9, with home security footage appearing to show a white vehicle dropping off individuals who then rifled through parked cars. The break-ins were reported on Yale Street and Albamont Road, with residents saying
Select Board names Brian Vernaglia to housing trust on split vote
Appointment places a Planning Board member on a trust that recently sued the Planning Board over the 10 Converse Place redevelopment.
Winchester participates in Junior Classical League at Mass state convention
JCL, or Junior Classical League, is a middle and high school organization for students taking Latin, Greek, or classical humanities. The JCL State Convention is essentially a competition for JCL chapters around the state. And from May 16 to 17, the JCL team had 11 delegates participating in the 69th
McCall Middle School Civics Project: S.O.S.: Save Our Schools
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 Quinn Pray, Matt Ryan, Yasmin Reis, and Rohan Upadhyaya. As
Winchester residents to get two chances to weigh in on override, Forest Ridge debates
Winchester residents who still have something to say about the failed override or the town’s possible purchase of Forest Ridge will have two chances this week to put questions before town officials. The Select Board will hold an online focus group on Zoom at 8 p.m. Tuesday, June