Firefighters from Winthrop and surrounding communities worked to knock down a fire reported Monday afternoon at a Royal Street home in Winthrop.
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Winthrop society to host history talk about apples Sept. 12
This evening event will begin with the second annual apple pie bake-off starting at 5 p.m.
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CODA Chorus to start rehearsals, lists concert dates
WINTHROP — CODA Chorus plans to hold rehearsals for its 57th season from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for 12 weeks starting on Sept. 10 at Winthrop United Methodist Church at 58 Main St. Registration starts at 5:30 p.m., and dues will cost $40. The chorus is open to all, no auditions are necessary. Music Director Christine Letcher, […]
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Hodgkin out Friday as superintendent of Winthrop Public Schools
Jim Hodgkin, who was planning to step down Nov. 1 and expecting to help with the school district’s transition to an interim superintendent, was told last week that his contract would be terminated Aug. 30.
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State police arrest Hiram man after vehicle pursuit, Augusta standoff
Zebbie Thomas, 32, was arrested after a short standoff on Sadies Way in Augusta and transported to the Kennebec County jail.
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First Winthrop Heritage Day set for Aug. 31
For those interested in supporting the event, displaying a car or has a service to offer the event, reach out to Winthrop Heritage Day publicity contact Jennifer Phillips at 224-588-7034 or cobbheritagefarm@gmail.com.
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Winthrop Arts Festival scheduled for Aug. 17
The 36th annual Winthrop Arts Festival is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in downtown Winthrop. Local artists and artisans will showcase their works. This year’s festival features a variety of mediums, including painting, watercolors, drawing, prints, notecards, photography, wood, metal and fabric arts. For more information, visit winthropchamber.org. Check […]
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More Maine police departments join program for drivers with disorders
The program, which guides officers to interact more safely with people who have emotional, developmental or behavioral disorders, has been adopted by over 30 agencies across Maine so far.
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Man injured rescuing dogs as fire destroys Winthrop mobile home
A Winthrop man suffered minor burns while saving his dogs from a burning mobile home this weekend, officials say.