The Winchester Select Board during its most recent meeting took steps to address water and sewer rates while approving the installation of a public Hanukkah menorah display and allocating its remaining federal COVID-19 relief funds. Holiday display marks a step toward inclusion In response to community requests for more inclusive
R. Michael Cassidy has checked a lifelong item off his bucket list — a legal thriller called “When the Past is All Deception.” “I always wanted to write a book and it was on my bucket list,” Cassidy said. “Well, I’m not getting any younger.” The novel was released Sept.
The following was submitted by LynchArt: Finally, an informative manual on Freemasonry that reads like a novel. Kamel Oussayef, a longtime resident of Winchester, and Jacques G. Ruelland, PhD, of Montreal, Canada, recently co-authored “A Freemason’s Journey Through Space & Time.” This collaborative work is sponsored by the Scottish
Can you teach an old dog new tricks? Eleven-year-old Domenic Berardi recently tried his best to show a Winchester News reporter how to use a 3D printer. He’s had two, so far, and thanks to help from high school senior Marcello Goluboff, he was able to set up his
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 joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass sweeping climate legislation to meet the climate crisis head-on and accelerate progress towards the state’
It’s a sign of the times. Actually, it’s a sign of what events are happening throughout Winchester. You might have seen the console hanging in the window of Book Ends as you stroll through the downtown business district. And that’s exactly what the Winchester Chamber of Commerce
If you’re looking to get into the holiday spirit, there’s no better way than the annual Winchester Chamber of Commerce Holiday Stroll, which is being held Dec. 2 to Dec. 8. For Executive Director Dana Garmey, the week-long event is the perfect way to not only kick off
Happy Thanksgiving! If you’re heading out to celebrate with family and friends or even hosting the event yourself, here are 10 fun facts to entertain and wow your guests! 1) The First Thanksgiving was a harvest feast shared by Wampanoag people and the Plymouth colonists in the fall of
The following is a transcript of President Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation from Oct. 3, 1863: A Proclamation The year that is drawing toward its close has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and healthful skies. To these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed that we are prone
Gliding, twirling, and dancing across the ice, Winchester residents were feeling the “turkey season” at Flynn Rink in Medford last weekend. For a small fee of $5 dollars per person, families could spend a relaxing Saturday afternoon on the ice, with an additional $3 for face painting services by the
The following was submitted by the Health Department: Winchester will receive on average $30,000-$50,000 annually until 2038 from opioid settlements. The Winchester Health Department/Coalition is conducting a Community Needs Assessment around opioids. The goal of this effort is to determine how to most effectively and equitably
The following was submitted by the Office of Sen. Jason Lewis: Sens. Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen and Reps. Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass a major economic development bill that will position the Commonwealth for continued economic growth and leadership in
The following was submitted by the Winchester Chamber of Commerce: The Winchester Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to present the Fourth Annual Holiday Stroll, taking place the week of Dec. 2 to Dec. 8, 2024. This beloved tradition invites residents of Winchester and nearby communities to celebrate the holiday season
The following was submitted by Teri Coté: A vibrant new addition has arrived on the Winchester art scene! Teri Coté Art Boutique, located in the heart of town at 9A Park St., offers a unique selection of artwork and handcrafted creations, all born from the boundless creativity of local artist
The following was submitted by New Horizons at Choate: New Horizons at Choate announced the appointment of two new trustees at its annual board meeting, held Oct. 30 at the Woburn not-for-profit independent and assisted living community. Phillip Beltz and Marie Lingblom will officially begin their three-year terms on Jan.
The following was submitted by Winchester Hospital: Winchester Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This is the 21st consecutive “A” grade Winchester has received from Leapfrog. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade
