🌱 Patch AM: Early Release Day - YAY ART! (ages 5-8) and 9 more events

Be sure to catch Spooky Fun for All Ages at Winchester Unitarian Society's Haunted House, October 23rd and 24th on the Winchester Patch…

🌱 Patch AM: Can Winchester boys soccer keep its playoff push rolling this week?

Spotted on the Winchester calendar: 15th Annual Monster Dash 401k Costume Road Race & Haunted Walk

🌱 Patch AM: How much new school funding and field work is coming to Winchester?

Coming up: Burlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ on the Winchester Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How Winchester teens are powering the town’s farmers market this fall

And check out Burlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ on the Winchester Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How Winchester volleyball earned its place near the top statewide.

Spotted on the Winchester calendar: Burlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️

🌱 Patch AM: What power does Winchester’s Historical Commission really have over demolitions?

Coming up on the Winchester Patch calendar: Burlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️

🌱 Patch AM: How Winchester leaders are responding to online attacks over a school mural

Coming up on the Winchester Patch calendar: Burlington Electronics Recycling Event ♻️

Obituary - Lee D. Staaf

Visiting Hours are at Costello Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 10am-12 noon, with a Prayer Service at 12 noon.

Obituary - John B. "Jack" O'Callaghan

A Memorial Service will be held at the Parish of the Epiphany, 70 Church St., Winchester, on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:30 AM.

Obituary - Jeanne M. Ellis

Funeral Services were private.

Obituary - Anthony M. "Moose" Bellino

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary's Church, 155 Washington St., Winchester, on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00a.m.

Obituary - Joseph V. Campo

Visiting Hours are Thursday, Oct. 1, 2 from 4-7PM. Funeral Mass will be held in St. Mary's Church, Winchester, on Friday, Oct. 2 at 10 AM.

Winchester Delegation and Mass. Legislature Defend Residents from Federal Immigration Overreach

The PROTECT Act establishes some of the strongest protections in the nation for residents who have immigrated to their communities.

Senator Lewis Honored with Legacy Award by the Wakefield Unified Prevention Coalition

Wake-Up Coalition Recognizes Senator Lewis for his longstanding commitment to public health, prevention, and youth well-being.

Sen. Lewis, Sen. Jehlen, Rep. Ciccolo, & MA Legislature Act to Keep Government Out of Doctor’s Appointments

Legislature expands reproductive healthcare access to ensure patients and professionals have more control over personal health.

NFIB Massachusetts PAC Endorses Stephen Ternullo for State Representative

NFIB PAC points to candidate’s support for small‑business issues in Stoneham and Winchester

Obituary - Douglas P. Pierson

Winchester resident, Marine Corps veteran and man of many interests who enjoyed tennis, golf and hiking in the White Mountains of N.H.

Obituary - Diane E. Crowley

Visitation at Costello Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 @ 10:30AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church at 12 noon.

Affordability and the Seniors of Winchester and Stoneham

Addressing the growing challenges of housing costs, fixed incomes, and aging in place

Winchester Delegation and Mass. Legislature Pass Bill to Enhance Child Welfare

New law establishes a Foster Child Bill of Rights and strengthens oversight and accountability of the state's child welfare system.

Winchester Delegation & Legislature Pass Law Keeping Book Bans out of Massachusetts Schools and Libraries

New law creates clear guidelines for how schools and public libraries decide which books to make available and how and when to remove them.

Obituary - Anne B. Hilliard

Lifelong resident of Winchester.

Winchester Delegation and Mass. Legislature Bring Oversight to Massachusetts’ Unregulated Home Care Industry

New law establishes a licensure process for home care agencies to ensure that consumers receive quality non-medical services.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Vote to Increase Legislative Transparency

Legislature increases residents’ access to information about how decisions are made inside the state legislature and the governor’s office.

Obituary - Marie T. Ambessi

Visitation is Friday, Aug. 7 from 8:30-9:30 AM in Costello Funeral Home. Funeral Mass is at 10AM in St. Mary's Church.

Legislature Approves “Blue Envelope” Program to Make Traffic Stops Safer for Drivers with Autism and Police

Winchester legislators support new law giving drivers with autism a simple, clear way to alert police officers of their diagnosis.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Pass Major Economic Development Legislation

Bill lifts up small businesses, surges housing production, reins in AI dangers, invests in research, & restricts electric scooters/e-bikes.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Pass Bill to Better Protect Healthcare Workers from Assault

Responding to a high rate of violent incidents, the Senate acted to improve security protocols at hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Crack Down on Big Social Media Companies that Target Youth

Senate passes bill that would limit features such as autoplay, “infinite scroll,” and intrusive algorithms for youth accounts.

Winchester Delegation Secures $200,000 for Local Priorities in State Budget

Legislature passes fiscally responsible $63.4 billion Fiscal Year 2027 state budget.

Obituary - Kathleen A. Forester

Visiting Hours will be held in the Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St., Winchester, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 9AM-12 noon.

Sen. Lewis, Reps. Day & Ciccolo, & Legislature Enact Early Literacy Bill to Boost Student Reading Proficiency

New law strengthens early literacy education for students by ensuring reading instruction is rooted in proven, evidence-based practices.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Act to Lower Energy Costs While Protecting Climate Goals

New energy affordability legislation is projected to deliver billions in savings to ratepayers.

Obituary - Sherrell "Sherry" Bingham Downes

April 1, 1941 - July 1, 2026

Stephen Ternullo: Day’s State Budget Vote Leaves Stoneham and Winchester Taxpayers Paying the Price

Why Are Property Taxes Going Up?

Winchester Delegation & Legislature Pass Bill Modernizing Law to Promote Respect for People w/ Disabilities

Mass. Legislature removes and updates outdated and offensive terminology.

Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Make It Easier to See a Primary Care Doctor

Senate bill aims to reduce healthcare costs for residents and make it easier to find a primary care clinician in Massachusetts.

Winchester Delegation and Mass. Legislature Pass Supplemental Budget to Fund Projects in Winchester

Legislature uses $1 billion+ of Fair Share revenue to ease pressure caused by strained local school budgets and invest in transit projects.

WINCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY Awarded $300,000 Cummings Grant

WINCHESTER nonprofit receives 3 years of funding from Cummings Foundation

Stephen Ternullo Candidate for State Representative in 31st Middlesex District

Wants to Tackle Massachusetts Affordability Crisis