More photos from the Fells
Mary New continues to share some of the photos she takes when she’s out in her Wolcott Terrace backyard abutting the Middlesex Fells.
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READER QUESTION: What can I recycle in Winchester?
A reader recently asked Winchester News what can be recycled in the community. In Arlington, where trash is picked up weekly, black plastic isn’t allowed in the recycle bins, but in Winchester it’s a different story. “Black plastic makes up a fairly small percentage of the recyclable material
How well do you know Winchester?
Latest in the series. 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 only one winner.
Gov. Maura Healey signs Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act
The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Pat Jehlen: Gov. Maura Healey in early August signed into law an act relative to salary range transparency, which increases equity and transparency in pay by requiring employers to disclose salary ranges and protecting an employee’s right to ask for
Winchester Sports Foundation Hall of Fame making changes to annual dinner
There is a change in the lineup for the Winchester Sports Foundation Hall of Fame Dinner and organizers are hoping it will be a slam dunk. “We’re excited this year,” said WSF Hall of Fame board member John Fleming. “First, we have a great group of inductees going in
Winchester delegation secures $150,000 for local priorities
The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sens. Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen and state Reps. Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo are pleased to announce they secured $150,000 for various local priorities in Winchester as part of the final Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Massachusetts
The Winchester Farmers Market offers more than just produce
Have you checked out the Winchester Farmers Market lately? Sure, you can pick up fresh fruits and veggies, but there’s a lot more on offer. Vendors are also offering prepared foods and baked goods. Purchases support not only local agriculture, but Winchester artists, organizations and businesses. Join your neighbors
Winchester Cooperative Children’s Theater holding auditions for ‘The Music Man Jr!’
The following was submitted by the Winchester Cooperative Children’s Theater: The Winchester Cooperative Children’s Theater’s has announced its fall production will be “The Music Man Jr!” Auditions for the show are open to all children entering grades 4-8. Auditions for 4th and 5th graders will be Sept.
Have a party with the Library of Things!
Did you know the Winchester Public Library offers more than just books? They’ve got an entire collection of non-traditional items available for borrowing, known as the Library of Things (LoT). Instead of buying something you might only need once, why not borrow it from the library? Planning a beach
Helpers Among Us — Caroline Staudt is helping provide a greener community
Caroline Staudt not only talks the talk, but walks (or runs) the walk to help folks in Winchester lower their carbon footprint. It’s obvious the New Meadows Road resident is a runner and sure enough, has run the Boston Marathon several times, but she’s also a volunteer on
Summer Beer Garden taking place Aug. 10 at Griffin
On Saturday, Aug. 10, from 3 to 5:30 p.m., as part of the Griffin Terrace Series, Arts Winchester presents a summer beer garden with live music performed by Glenn Dickson and the Shirim Klezmer Orchestra. Shirim has played concerts and festivals across the United States, Canada and Europe
Downtown improvement plan designed, but implementation is another question
A downtown improvement plan has been designed and most of the Select Board agrees it has merit — but its implementation is in question. The largest problem with the plan seems to be that there is no construction funding currently to move it forward, but Town Manager Beth Rudolph said she
Arts in August kicks off artist receptions
The following was submitted by the Winchester Cultural Council: The first of Art in August’s 2024 “meet the artist” receptions takes place on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, 39 Church St., with Wendy Jo New, maker of contemporary
How well do you know Winchester?
Latest in the series. 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 only one winner
Adopt-an-Island program is thriving in Winchester
Plantings and flowers are growing in public spaces all over Winchester. Everywhere you look there’s something beautiful to admire, thanks to the generosity of local businesses and community organizations. Winchester based M&M Landscaping planted the first “Adopt-an-Island” garden in the town center in the mid-80s. After owner
Local nonprofit re-emerges with big dreams for recreation in Winchester
The following was submitted by the Friends of Winchester Recreation and Community Services: The Friends of Winchester Recreation and Community Services, Inc. 501c(3) is back in action. After a brief hiatus, the organization has returned with renewed vigor. One of the primary goals of The Friends of Winchester Recreation