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
The following was submitted by SV Design: The Winchester Chamber of Commerce welcomed SV Design to town with a ribbon cutting during the architecture and interior design firm’s open house at its new office at 31 Church St. This is SV Design’s third office, with other locations in
You’ve probably passed it a million times, whether by car or just on a stroll. But thanks to a federal grant, the grassy area at the end of Shore Road on Griffin Museum property is about to become a sculpture park. That’s right. A sculpture park. Arts Winchester
The following was submitted by the Town of Winchester: The Town of Winchester announces the renewal of its community electricity program, WinPower, with lower prices and more renewable electricity for the new contract period December 2024 through December 2027. WinPower is a group purchasing program, operated by the town since
Philanthropy. It’s a word we’ve all heard before, whether talking about the charitable efforts of Oprah or Bill Gates, yet somehow fail to ascribe an impactful definition that’s relevant to our lives and experiences. But in her recently-published book, “Philanthropy Means Love,” Winchester native Jessica Carbone aims
Just like she promised last week, Town Moderator Heather von Mering wrapped up another Town Meeting Monday night. The third Town Meeting started with an update to Article 29, adding more than $50,000 to WinCam, the town’s public access station, from Comcast, which was reportedly late with its
Fall Town Meeting 2024 is now in the books — but not without heated discussion on the future of a house willed to the town to be used as affordable housing. Select Board member Michael Bettencourt kicked off the night’s longest debate with the introduction of Article 4, which effectively
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 legislation that requires health insurers to provide coverage for diagnostic examinations for breast cancer. An act relative
Fred Csibi-Levin is a biologist who unravels the science of pastry-making and has just published a cookbook, “Mastering Macarons! Uncover the Scientific Secrets to Making the Perfect French Macaron.” The Sheridan Circle resident not only creates new macarons, but he also is a sculptor of pastries, including Pumpkin Petit Gateaux
