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How well do you know Winchester?

How well do you know Winchester?

Latest in the series. Retired photographer Frank Siteman has taken photos of places downtown, and it’s your job is to guess where they were taken.   If you know the answer, send an email to editor@winchesternews.org and put How well in the subject line.   Last time we had

McCall students tackle literacy campaign

McCall students tackle literacy campaign

Aanya Naik and Siobhan Fisher never thought much about elementary literacy programs until a class assignment got them motivated to think otherwise. When the McCall Middle School eighth graders were given action assignments, Naik and Fisher, along with a group of their classmates, were given elementary age literacy as their

‘Authentic Selves’ exhibit celebrates trans and nonbinary people and their families

‘Authentic Selves’ exhibit celebrates trans and nonbinary people and their families

The following was submitted by Ripley Chapel: Live, in-person from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, 21 Church St., come celebrate pride through beautiful, empowering, first-hand accounts of trans, nonbinary, and gender-fluid experiences via the exhibit “Authentic Selves.” From Massachusetts-based Family Diversity Projects, this exhibit uses stunning photography

‘You, Me & AI’ workshop will be offered May 22

‘You, Me & AI’ workshop will be offered May 22

The following was submitted by Social Capital, Inc.: “You, Me & AI: A Multigenerational Conversation on Mental Health, Bias & Digital Inclusion” will be held at the Woburn Public Library, 45 Pleasant St., Woburn, on Wednesday, May 22, from 6-8 p.m. The public workshop is offered through the Leaders

Town Meeting approves CPA – Now what?

Town Meeting approves CPA – Now what?

Community Preservation Act (CPA) proponents have a short window to catch their breath following a Town Meeting victory before jumping back into the thick of it. Town Meeting approved Article 9 in a landslide 132-21 vote earlier this month, but that was just the first step in the journey to

Helpers Among Us — Community Gardens

Helpers Among Us — Community Gardens

’Tis the season to get vegetable gardens going, and there are 21 plots next to the west side fire station on Lockeland Road.  Would you like one?  You’ll have to wait a bit, as there are nine residents on the waiting list, and only about two of them get

Boston Celtics honor Winchester resident as Heroes Among Us

Boston Celtics honor Winchester resident as Heroes Among Us

The following was submitted by the Boston Celtics: Liz Elefante, of Charlestown, Maryssa Tripoli, of Winchester, and Christiana Dakoyannis, of Stoneham, who are all thoracic ICU nurses at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, were recently honored as Heroes Among Us by the Boston Celtics. During a staff bonding event last

Winchester to hold family literacy listening sessions

Winchester to hold family literacy listening sessions

What is the purpose of family listening sessions? The purpose of family listening sessions is to hear from Winchester parents and caregivers about their experiences with elementary literacy in the district. While families will have the opportunity to fill out a survey on this topic, these listening sessions will allow

McCall Middle School students hold charity book/bake sale

McCall Middle School students hold charity book/bake sale

The following was submitted by students from the McCall Middle School: On Thursday, May 16, students at the McCall Middle School are holding a Charity Book/Bake Sale in the gymnasium, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The students are working to support immigrants in need. All proceeds from

How well do you know Winchester?

How well do you know Winchester?

Latest in the series. Retired photographer Frank Siteman has taken photos of places downtown, and your job is to guess where they were taken.   If you know the answer, send an email to editor@winchesternews.org and put How well in the subject line.   Last time we had two winners.

Winchester celebrates AANHPI culture

Winchester celebrates AANHPI culture

Winchester’s third AANHPI Heritage Celebration kicked off at the Griffin Museum of Photography in Winchester downtown last Wednesday. The event featured a variety of activities, events, and performances recognizing the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. In the United States, May is officially recognized as AANHPI

Winchester to host French students in July

Winchester to host French students in July

The following was submitted by the Winchester Jumelage Association: Since 1990, Winchester has enjoyed a “Twin City” link with Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, a lovely historic suburb of Paris. The French word for this relationship is “Jumelage,” which means “twinning.” The Winchester Jumelage Association administers its end, and is open to anyone

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