A proposal to restructure Winchester’s decennial bylaw review process will not be considered at the 2025 Fall Town Meeting, its author — Select Board member William McGonigle — told the Winchester News. His mid-August memorandum outlines significant reforms to address what he called the “cumbersome nature” of the town’s
Intern Simone Ryan, rising WHS 10th grader, contributed to this article. On Thursday, Aug. 21, the Network for Social Justice (NFSJ) celebrated a successful summer internship with a gathering on the patio of the Griffin Museum that included spring and summer interns, parents, NFSJ Board leadership and friends. Summer may
As the new school year begins in Winchester, there will be one familiar face missing from the Lincoln School community. In mid-June, long-time crossing guard Mike Aliano passed away unexpectedly. He was 47 years old. His brother, Steve Aliano, said the family was shocked by the news. Even
While talk around Winchester has been focused on what to do with the property the town inherited at 160 Forest St. — build a large project, sell or rent — the Affordable Housing Trust last week made it clear what the plans will be. The AHT met Aug. 25 to discuss where
The sound of brass, reeds, and drums filled the quiet streets of Winchester in late August, turning an ordinary summer afternoon into a music festival. As the School of HONK marched forward, trombones blared, trumpets soared, and the joy of music infected more and more people. With over 80 players
The Select Board has appointed Stephen L. Delaney interim town manager, following the July resignation of Beth Rudolph after two decades of service to Winchester. The announcement — in an all-staff memo — arrived two days after the board spent nearly three hours interviewing candidates for the interim post. Rudolph submitted
The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sen. Jason Lewis joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to unanimously pass legislation to modernize laws that protect children and families going through child custody proceedings. The legislation would ensure Massachusetts courts follow the same procedures as
The following was submitted by the Boston Arts Academy Foundation: The Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts Kim Driscoll attended Saturday’s Clambake fundraiser to support Boston’s ONLY public school for the performing arts, Boston Arts Academy along with Mattapan tap dancing SUPERSTAR “Lady Di” Dianne Walker. Hosted by Winchester resident
The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Reps. Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo and state Sens. Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass legislation known as the Shield Act 2.0, strengthening protections for those seeking and providing
The following was submitted by Winchester Hospital: Winchester Hospital has been named by U.S. News & World Report a 2025-2026 Best Hospital and received seven high performing ratings in the group’s annual best hospital report. “Winchester Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of our community, and
The following was submitted by the Winchester Co-operative Bank: Winchester Co-operative Bank is proud to announce the completion of its “Checking for Charity” campaign, which has resulted in a total of $10,000 in donations to four local non-profit organizations. Through this initiative made possible by our
Fire officials believe a two-alarm fire that tore through a house on White Street in the early morning hours of Tuesday started on a back porch. According to report, the Aug. 19 fire started around 1 a.m. on the back porch of 40 White St. 0:00 /0:
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 that Winchester will receive $757,000 in Chapter 90 funds from the state to fund local transportation infrastructure. This funding,
For nearly a decade, longtime Winchester resident Karen Lynch has been quietly leading a campaign to protect the privacy of 911 callers across Massachusetts. Lynch is fighting for a bill to be passed that would make audio recordings of 911 calls confidential — except when accessed by law enforcement or under
Not only did the Winchester Historical Commission issue a delay on an application requesting the demolition of the Sanborn House’s carriage house, it also voted unanimously to ask the School Committee to give up the property and turn it over to the town. “I think that would be better
Happy summer, readers! Winchester News has made great strides in its two-year existence. We are always looking to increase coverage and improve where we can, but on a shoestring budget. There are still things currently beyond our reach. As you know, we mainly fundraise at the end of the
