Winthrop Utilities District customers could soon see 18.4% sewer rate increase

The rate increase, which would be spread out over two years, is intended to cover a sewer project that came in well over its initial estimate.

Winthrop interim superintendent addresses frozen budget at first public forum

Superintendent Becky Foley wants to host several forums through the year to address concerns, questions and input the community may have for Winthrop Public Schools.

Monmouth police arrest Winthrop man after convenience store burglary

Police say Zach Lowe, 32, allegedly broke through the front window at Phil's Super Variety & Grill early Tuesday and took lottery tickets, cash and cigarettes.

Winthrop Troop attends Wiscasset Speedway Fall Fury Day

Winthrop Utilities District trustees to discuss proposed 16% sewer rate hike Tuesday

The increase would be split between the next two years, with an 8% increase effective at the start of 2025 and 2026.

Q&A: What is a property tax revaluation and how does it work?

Several central Maine communities are approaching a revaluation, raising questions for many property owners about their tax bills.

Winthrop library to host candidates night Oct. 24

Winthrop society to host talk on Grange No. 209 Oct. 17

Maine schools grapple with confusion over lawsuit that challenges new protections against discrimination

Maine's education commissioner says local officials from affected schools may uphold new protections in the Title IX updates because they are already guaranteed under the Maine Human Rights Act.

Five candidates vie for three seats on Winthrop Town Council

The candidates will gather for a candidate forum at 6 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Bailey Public Library, where each candidate will have the opportunity to answer resident-submitted questions and make opening and closing statements.