Town Wide Mosquito Control Spraying RESCHEDULED due to weather conditions

Town Wide Mosquito Control Spraying

Due to the Rain and Weather Conditions has been

RESCHEDULED 

for

Monday, August 30, 2010

10:00PM to 2:00AM

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Winthrop. The Winthrop Health Department has made arrangements with the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District for a town wide truck spraying which was to be done tonight, Wednesday, August 25, 2010 between 10:00PM to 2:00AM but has been RESCHEDULED due to the rain and weather conditions -- New date for town wide truck spraying is Monday, August 30, 2010 between 10:00PM to 2:00AM.

There are no significant risks to truck spraying. Safety precautions include:

- Shut all open windows facing the street during the hours of truck spraying
- Avoid walking pets during truck spraying
- Avoid mosquito bites
- Apply insect repellent when outdoors
- Remove areas of standing water around your home which can serve as breeding sites for mosquitoes
- Empty containers around your home that might collect water
- Swimming pools should be kept clean and properly chlorinated

Please call the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District at 978-463-6630 if you do not want your house sprayed, leave your name and address.

For more information on West Nile Virus, please check the Mass DPH website at http://www.mass.gov/dph

For more information on truck spraying, please contact the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management District at 978-463-6630 and the Winthrop Board of Health at 617-846-1740.

Winthrop Board of Health

Wildlife Advisory for Winthrop, MA from BOH

Wildlife Advisory

2010 Wildlife Brochure from the Board of Health

Click here to download brochure.

from Winthrop Board of Health

Health Officials see increased risk of Mosquito-Borne Illnesses - Residents urged to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites

HEALTH OFFICIALS SEE INCREASED RISK OF MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESSES

Residents urged to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites

Area health officials are warning residents to take simple, common-sense precautions to avoid getting bit by mosquitoes this summer and fall. That’s because of an increased risk of two different viruses that are spread through bites by infected mosquitoes – West Nile virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). These mosquito-borne illnesses can cause serious health problems. The good news is that there are a few easy steps that residents can take to avoid mosquito bites and “mosquito-proof” their homes throughout the rest of mosquito season.

Be aware of peak mosquito hours. The hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that take place during evening or early morning hours. Otherwise, take extra care to use bug spray and protective clothing.

Clothing can help reduce mosquito bites. Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.

Apply bug spray when you go outdoors. Use a bug spray with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus [p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets and camping gear and should not be applied to skin.

Drain standing water. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools, and change water in birdbaths frequently.

Install or repair screens. Keep mosquitoes outside by having tightly-fitting screens on all of your windows and doors. Fix any holes or tears in screens, so mosquitoes can’t get in.

More information is available on the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website at http://www.mass.gov/dph/wnv, or by calling the DPH Public Health Information Line at 1-866-MASS-WNV (1-866-627-7968).

Winthrop Board of Health

Town Wide Mosquito Control Spraying -- Wed., Aug. 25, 10 between 10pm & 2am

Town Wide Mosquito Control Spraying

Wednesday August 25, 2010

10:00PM to 2:00AM

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Winthrop. The Winthrop Health Department has made arrangements with the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District for a town wide truck spraying to be done on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 between 10:00PM to 2:00AM.

There are no significant risks to truck spraying. Safety precautions include:

- Shut all open windows facing the street during the hours of truck spraying
- Avoid walking pets during truck spraying
- Avoid mosquito bites
- Apply insect repellent when outdoors
- Remove areas of standing water around your home which can serve as breeding sites for mosquitoes
- Empty containers around your home that might collect water
- Swimming pools should be kept clean and properly chlorinated

Please call the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District at 978-463-6630 if you do not want your house sprayed, leave your name and address.

For more information on West Nile Virus, please check the Mass DPH website at www.mass.gov/dph

For more information on truck spraying, please contact the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management District at 978-463-6630 and the Winthrop Board of Health at 617-846-1740.

Winthrop Board of Health

click here to download this notice on board of health official letterhead - 1 page document in pdf format.

Safety Precautions for West Nile Virus

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported West Nile Virus is still being detected in mosquitoes in Winthrop. The Winthrop Health Department is making arrangements with the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District for a town wide truck spraying to be done this week; a release of the definate date and time(s) will be posted to our official website's News & Announcements, Winthrop Facebook Pages, Winthrop Twitter, and the local cable scroll on WCAT.


Safety precautions:

• Avoid mosquito bites

• Apply insect repellent when outdoors

• Wear protective clothing while outdoors between dusk and dawn

• Remove areas of standing water around your home which can serve as breeding sites for mosquitoes

• Empty containers around your home that might collect water

• ·wimming pools should be kept clean and properly chlorinated

For more information on West Nile Virus, please check the Mass DPH website at www.mass.gov/dph

For more information on truck spraying, please contact the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management District at 978-463-6630 and the Winthrop Board of Health at 617-846-1740.

To download and print our Public Health Fact Sheet regarding West Nile Virus, click here.

Thank you,
Winthrop Board of Health

It is time to renew your Dog License for the 2011 season.

PRESS RELEASE

It is time to renew your Dog License for the 2011 season.

If you would like to register by mail, please see download a Dog License application
from our website at the following link:  http://www.town.winthrop.ma.us/Pages/WinthropMA_Clerk/DogLicenseApp.pdf

Remember to fill it out with your check, as well as a self-addressed stamped envelope, and copy of a current rabies certificate. The licensing period is between July 1st and August 15th – after September 1st the Dog Officer will follow up and will be issuing tickets for non-compliance.

Applications can also be picked up at local groomers or in the Town Clerk’s Office.

As a reminder dogs are not allowed in any “tot lots” (where children play) on or off leash.  Nor are they allowed to relieve themselves on School or Town Hall property. Please be respectful of our beautiful town and its citizens.

Happy Summer!

Customer Appreciation - the Meat Market -- 25 Years in Business!!!

The Meat Market is having a customer appreciation BBQ tonight - August 19, 2010 (Thursday) from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Congratulations on 25 years in business!

Congratulations on 25 Years in Business

from Town of Winthrop

Great Job!! Harbormaster Department -- A Job Well Done !!!

From: Karen Chapman [mailto:yiacookie@comcast.net]
Sent: Sunday, August 08, 2010 9:20 AM
To: mkaras@town.winthrop.ma.us
Subject: Winthrop Harbormasters are the best

Dear Harbormasters;

This is to thank you for assisting us when we accidentally came aground at the gas dock in Crystal Cove on Saturday, August 7th.

You all really went over and above the call of duty. You succeeded in a safe and professional manner when others would have given up, and you continued until the job was completed.

I wish I had all your names to Thank You individually. Also, can you please thank the boater in the Dixie for all of his assistance.

Thank you again,
John and Karen Chapman
The Eclipse
Docked at Atlantis Marina
Members of Orient Heights Yacht Club

New Town Hall Hours Effective Monday, August 30, 2010

New TOWN HALL Office HOURS

To better serve the public the town hall hours have been
extended for two new late nights;

our original Monday night has been changed to Tuesday night

and Thursday night has been added to allow residents

and patrons that are out doing errands, banking, etc.

to have more access to town hall to conduct town hall business.

Effective Monday, August 30, 2010

Public Offices: Town Manager’s Office, Revenue Collections, Assessing Dept., Town Clerk, Board of Health

MONDAY 8AM TO 4:30PM

TUESDAY 8AM TO 7:00PM

WEDNESDAY 8AM TO 4:30PM

THURSDAY 8AM TO 7:00PM

FRIDAY CLOSED

These times are for town hall business offices only;

school department administrative offices have different

hours of operation which will be in effect

when the school department has moved into town hall

September 2010.

New Winthrop Ferry Schedule in Effect Monday, August 16, 2010

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winthrop ferry

passenger notification

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In an effort to respond to the needs of our ridership, we are pleased to announce an updated Winthrop Ferry Schedule* which will go into effect on Monday, August 16, 2010.

                                        Depart Winthrop                 Depart Rowes Wharf
                                               7:00 AM                                7:30 AM
                                               8:00 AM                                8:30 AM
                                             11:30 AM                              11:00 AM

                                        Depart Rowes Wharf               Depart Winthrop
                                                4:45 PM                                5:15 PM
                                                5:45 PM                                6:15 PM
                                                6:45 PM

* No service on weekends

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One Long Wharf, Boston, Massachusetts 02110

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tel: (617) 227-4321 fax: (617) 723-2011 web: http://www.bostonharborcruises.com/

Owned and operated by Nolan Associates, LLC

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At the Playmakers -- "Broadway A to Z"

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Time	August 13 at 8:00pm - August 22 at 3:00pm
Location	The Winthrop Playmakers 60 Hermon Street Winthrop, MA
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More Info	The Playmakers are proud to present their annual summer revue - Broadway A-Z. Featuring a song from a Broadway musical for every letter of the alphabet! Can you name them? Featuring a cast of over 50 Adults, Teens, and Kids! Pre-Sale Tickets - $18 Adults, $15 Seniors/Students Tickets at Door - $20 Adults, $17 Seniors/Students Visit www.winthropplaymakers.com for tickets and info Show dates and times: Friday, August 13th - 8 pm <- Opening Night Gala to Follow Saturday, August 14th - 3pm Saturday, August 14th - 8pm Sunday, August 15th - 3pm Thursday, August 19th - 7:30 pm Friday, August 20th - 8 pm Saturday, August 21st - 3pm Saturday, August 21st - 8pm Sunday, August 22nd - 3pm Runtime: 1 Hour 45 Minutes, plus one 15 minute intermission.

Health & Wellness Network Meeting - August 12

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Time	August 12 · 7:00am - 8:30am
Location	Eastern Bank HQ 195 Market St. 5th FL Lynn, MA
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Hairspray August 12-22

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Time	August 12 at 2:00pm - August 22 at 5:00pm
Location	Reagle Music Theatre - Robinson Theater 617 Lexington Street Waltham, MA
Created By	Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston
More Info	THU 12 @ 2pm FRI 13 @ 7:30pm SAT 14 @ 7:30pm SUN 15 @ 2pm THU 19 @ 7:30pm FRI 20 @ 7:30pm SAT 21 @ 7:30pm SUN 22 @ 2pm www.reaglemusictheatre.com/tickets.html#Hairspray 781-891-5600 STARRING Marissa Perry Featuring: Dan Dowling, John Macero, Nick Peciaro, Merissa Czyz, Davron Monroe, Stephanie Moskal, Susan Scannell, Mark Linehan, Angela Birchett, Rebecca Policape, Kami Smith, Samantha Johnson, Lovely Hoffman, R. Glen Michell, Katie Clarke, Angela Richardson, Yvens Alexis, Ashley Berger, Kevin Bradley, Jr., Stephanie Caballero, Michael Graceffa, Lenni Kmiec, Jimmy Larkin, Justine Long, Justin Robinson, Stefanie Ruffin, Stephen Wovna, and Sean London Young

Wave n' Pave's End of Summer Skate Jam & Afterparty

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Time	August 21 · 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Location	Winthrop Skate Park & The Kasbah ingelside park, walden street Winthrop, MA
Created By	wave n pave
More Info	Registration is @ 1 - competitions start @ 2. All ages & skill levels welcome (you will be paired against someone the same age and skill level). Girl= best trick contest, Royal= rail jam, many more details to follow TONS of FREE give-aways, awesome prizes. After Party Starts @ 7pm @ The Kasbah 59 Putnam St., Winthrop, MA Liquor sponsors will be added onto the event. TONS of free giveaways, come watch REEF's cancer to capricorn on the big screen. Belly Dancers, Hookahs.

Invasion Alert !!! August 14 Town River Yacht Club will be invading the WYC

To all WYC Members and their Guests- INVASION ALERT !!
Time August 14 · 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Location Winthrop Yacht Club  -  649 Shirley Street, Winthrop, MA
Town River Yacht Club will be invading the WYC on Aug 14!!  
This shapes up to be one of the bigger events of the Summer. T.R.Y.C. always brings a large fleet to the W.Y.C. and this year should be no exception. 
We have a great weekend planned- All WYC members join in this great event. 
Please bring welcomed guests to enjoy dinner and dancing under the beautiful Boston-Skyline! 
Tickets are $30 and include: the dock cookout, late day reception, full dinner buffet with dancing and The Sunday breakfast buffet. 
If you can come for the dinner and dancing portion of the evening tickets are $20- please email Chuck Flanagan at Flanres@aol.com for more details. 
AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 
The invasion will include the Dock Pavilion cookout around 1pm. 
The afternoon reception hosted by T.R.Y.C will begin around 2:30pm with appetizers and frozen drinks- provided by your guests. 
The evening event should start around 7-7:30pm with a great meal catered by "Tennessee's Real Barbeque"
The Buffet meal will include Ribs, chicken, salad, BBQ-beans, dirty rice wings and cornbread etc. 
The entertainment for the night will be the timeless Boston Based Band "J.D. Kenney and Bill" they have been playing New England venues from for over thirty years. 
For some of the old timers who remember the "Scotch & Sirloin" in Boston they were the featured band for years. They play everything from classic oldies to current pop .  
We as usual will be offering a buffet breakfast from 8:30am- till 10:30am on Sunday!  

Today ~~~ Tavares at Miller Field ~~~ Tickets through Viking Pride Org.

Reminder ~~~~ Winthrop is hosting a great summer concert today that will benefit the Viking Pride Foundation. 

Saturday Night Fever hits Winthrop when the band "Tavares" plays at Miller Field today, August 7th. 

This is going to be a fun night of dance music from the 70s including hits " It only takes a Minute" and Heaven Must be Missing and Angel" and "More than a Woman." 

Tickets are $30 and $50 - order at www.vikingpride.org. 

The night will feature great music, food, prizes, adult beverages, must be over 21. Thank you!

New ferry option for Boston-bound commuters

By Associated Press
Tuesday, August 3, 2010

WINTHROP — There’s a new way to commute to Boston by sea.

Ferry service from Winthrop to Rowe’s Wharf is set to debut on Tuesday. The 149-passenger ferry operated by Boston Harbor Cruises will make the 25-minute trip three times each weekday morning with three return trips in the afternoon.

Massachusetts House Speaker Robert DeLeo, who is from Winthrop, and U.S. Rep. Edward Markey, will be among those boarding the ferry for its inaugural run. Markey helped secure $2.35 million in federal funding for the service.

A one-way ticket is $6 for adults and $3 for seniors and children under 12.

Boston Harbor Cruises already operates commuter boats for the MBTA from Hingham and the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Story from following web link: New Ferry