When All Care VNA Occupational Therapist and Winthrop resident, Michael Miller, learned that a client of his could not get out of bed during the late January blizzard that paralyzed Massachusetts, not even several feet of blowing white stuff could…
Author: Journal Staff
Remembering the Miracle on Ice
For those of us who have been around for longer than we care to remember, it is hard to believe that 35 years have passed since seemingly every Winthrop resident gathered at the Belle Isle Bridge and lined the town’s streets to give…
The Winter of Our Discontent
Although the temperatures have been below zero with wind chills even colder, tempers have been rising among just about all of us as the snow and our frustrations continue to pile up. Yes, life is difficult in the city, where…
Classical Girls Relay Team Wins Division 2 State Title
The Classical High girls track program received a major shot in the arm when its 4 x 200-meter relay team captured the MIAA Division 2 state title last week. Devyn Astuccio, Agnes Bangura, Jennifer Gaudet and Anna Wargo left their…
Classical Boys Hoop Heading to Post-Season
Qualifying for the MIAA state tournament is always cause to celebrate, but the win that put the Classical High boys basketball team in the post season was especially sweet. Not only did the Rams have to overcome a slow start…
Taking the Reins: Chris Carroll New Head Coach of English High Bulldogs Football
Bleeding maroon and gray may not have been listed as a requirement in the job posting for the new English High football coach, but if it had been Chris Carroll would have checked that box. English High Principal Thomas Strangie…
More Substance Counselors Are Needed in Our Region
Opioid and prescription drug abuse is on the rise in Massachusetts and has been for awhile. In the month of January, there were several overdoses in this area. Fortunately first responders arrived to assist many of these individuals by administering…
Classical Reigns in the Pool
The 47th annual Lynn City Swim Meet is in the books and for the third consecutive year it was Classical taking home bragging rights. The Rams, who finished the season at 8-3, swam away from the field with 166 points.…
Lessons Learned from the Blizzard of 2015
It is with great concern and genuine regard for our city and our citizens that I offer up my account of the recent snowstorm that was the Blizzard of 2015. I have informally (through emails and Facebook posts) surveyed over…
LACC Holds a Ribbon Cutting for Pondview Lodge Adult Day Health
Pondview Lodge is an adult day health program designed to meet the physical, functional and social needs of elders and disabled adults living in the community. Pondview is owned and operated by Essex Group Management, a family and veteran-owned company…