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For almost two years the same small group of people have made accusations, stacked town meetings with spouses and family members, and worked to pressure the town of Winthrop to repeal the mooring ordinance. A few even ran for town council. This small troupe are doing this to protect what they perceive as their “grandfathered” […]

The town plans to present a new draft of the policy in early 2023. The existing policy will remain in effect in the meantime.

The town plans to present a new draft of the policy in early 2023. The existing policy will remain in effect in the meantime.

The project organized by the Rotary Club of the Winthrop Area includes Winthrop Middle School students who are helping construct the inserts that benefit people seeking a more energy-efficient home.

Boaters say the ordinance was not drafted in good faith, unfairly targets a specific group and represents a conflict of interest involving town officials and local businesses.

Boaters say the ordinance was not drafted in good faith, unfairly targets a specific group and represents a conflict of interest involving town officials and local businesses.

Taking these courses will educate you on various topics including operation and safety info, rules, reading nautical charts, what to do in emergency situations, and more.

Town Manager Jeff Kobrock estimated $70,000 in additional expenditures, paired with $80,000 already budgeted, would qualify the town for up to $150,000 in grant funds.

Winthrop town manager faces claims of ‘bullying’ after 2 employees resign Members of the town council said no grievances were filed by the employees who resigned, which could have triggered formal council action. Share WINTHROP — Town Manager Jeffrey Kobrock faces claims of bullying and harassing behavior following the resignations of two office employees, including one who had worked there for nearly two decades. Town Clerk Lauri Carson, who resigned March 15 after 18 years of working f...

Winthrop councilors again reject liquor license for Peppers Garden and Grill A liquor license was denied in 2019 after owner Jonathan Russell was charged with operating under the influence three times earlier in that year. Share WINTHROP — Town councilors voted this week to deny a liquor license to Peppers Garden & Grill, marking the second time since December 2019 it has denied a license to the business. After a public hearing, councilors voted unanimously to deny the application. The appli...