Winchester High School students teach first-graders about Galapagos tortoises
A trip to the Galapagos Islands by WHS students has turned into a learning experience for them and Winchester first-graders.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: New 972 Main St. design is better
To the Editor: To my eye, the revised design for 972 Main St. is an improvement on the previous — approved — one. It appears now to be made of a single material (one hopes all in a single color,) and with a much more unified massing of parts. The earlier design
Winchester Jumelage presents a night with ‘Isabella Stewart Gardner’ on June 11
The following was submitted by Winchester Jumelage: On Thursday, June 11, Winchester Jumelage presents a delightful wine-and-cheese evening with Jessa Piaia personifying the well-known Isabella Stewart Gardner, intimate patroness of many artists, writers, and musicians. An accomplished traveler and astute collector, Gardner was a leading figure in
After two straight losses, Winchester High baseball heads to the postseason on a roll
After dropping back-to-back games to Burlington (6-2, May 11) and Woburn (7-6, May 13), the Winchester High baseball team (15-4) is back on track with three straight home wins against Reading (7-1, May 15), Belmont (6-4, May 19) and non-league Lawrence (10-
Griffin Museum of Photography brings summer exhibits to Winchester
The following was submitted by the Griffin Museum of Photography: The Griffin Museum of Photography will have the following exhibits ongoing from the end of May through the end of July. Check the individual exhibits below for more information. EXHIBITS AT A GLANCE Photosynthesis XXI On view: May 29 – June
MS4MS Fenway Fundraiser for Multiple Sclerosis returns June 13
On Saturday, June 13, the Boston Red Sox will host the fourth annual MS4MS (Multiple Stadiums for Multiple Sclerosis) Fundraiser at Fenway Park. The fundraiser’s supporters will see them face the Texas Rangers. The game will begin at 4:10 p.m. This event will once again bring the
Winchester ZBA approves comprehensive permit for project at corner of Washington and Swanton
The Winchester Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) has approved a comprehensive permit for a proposed residential/commercial development at 278-292 Washington St./12-16 Swanton St. “The Board grants the application a 40B comprehensive permit to build one three-story apartment building containing 64 dwelling units, with a lobby,
Winchester town manager warns residents of fraud/scam
The following was posted to the Winchester Town Page: Attention Winchester Residents: The Town of Winchester learned today (May 20) that an unknown organization is posing as the Town of Winchester Planning Commission (an entity which does not actually exist). The organization appears to be sending emails to permit applicants
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.
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.