Cobbossee Lake to get herbicide treatment to combat Eurasian water milfoil

Successful eradication of the invasive plant is likely because the infestation is not well established, according to Department of Environmental Protection representatives.

Photo: Catching up in Farmington

Two women from Oquossoc and Winthrop meet once or twice a year to catch up in Farmington.

With 150 years combined, four teachers retire from Winthrop High School

In their own words, the outgoing teachers reflect on their careers and give advice to new educators.

Winthrop councilors approve new $12.1 million school budget

'Irate' voters turned down June 11 school referendum, will head back to the polls Aug. 13.

Winthrop High School lists 4th quarter honor roll

CMP misled the public, mismanaged rollout of new billing system

A Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram investigation reveals that layers of Central Maine Power management misjudged the enormity of changing over to a new billing system, leaving thousands of angry and frustrated customers.

Maine columnist to give talk at Bailey Library

Lew-Ellyn Hughes will read from and discuss her new book, “Maine Stories,” at 6:30 p.m. June 25.

Winthrop High releases third-quarter honor roll

Winthrop’s lakes, ponds and summer events a magnet

From Mt. Pisgah to Norcross Point on Maranacook Lake, to the annual Sidewalk Art Festival and programs at the Bailey Library, Winthrop has a lot to offer locals and visitors alike.

Winthrop residents facing 11.4% tax rate increase

Councilors approve $8.5 million municipal and $12.2 million school budgets, with spending driven by needed capital improvements.