Weekend storm: 50 mph gusts, 4+ inches of rain

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Winchester braces for weekend of wind, heavy rain

Gusts of up to 50 mph and more than 4 inches of rain are forecast from Friday through Monday as a slow-moving coastal storm stalls over New England. The wind and heavy rain are expected to last the entire weekend.

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Retiree Health Advisory Committee application deadline is today

The Town Moderator's office closes applications for a citizen-at-large seat on the Retiree Health Insurance Advisory Committee today, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m.

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Kids' painting class at Winchester Public Library

Studio on the Common leads a painting class for grades 2-5 in the library's Storytime Room today, Sept. 25, from 4 to 5 p.m.; registration required.

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Winchester High football takes on Masconomet

The undefeated Winchester High varsity football team plays Masconomet Regional tonight, Sept. 25.

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Michelle Prior appointed to Committee on Names

The Select Board voted 3-0, with Bill McGonigle abstaining, to appoint Michelle Prior as its representative to the Committee on Names, which is formalizing procedures for naming public buildings, parks and other town property.

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Jenks presents virtual AI science forum

The Jenks Center hosts a virtual Wilson Science & Technology Forum today, Sept. 25, at 10:30 a.m., featuring Steve Strassmann of Overjet.ai on 'AI Pathologies.' Registration required for the Zoom link.

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Jenks lecture examines the history of the Qur'an

Biblical scholar and archaeologist Nate Ramsayer leads a lecture at The Jenks Center today, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. on Qur'anic texts and manuscript evidence; it's the third in a four-part series and no prior background is needed.

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Jenks screens The Shawshank Redemption

The Jenks Center screens The Shawshank Redemption today, Sept. 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. at 109 Skillings Road.

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Teens can drop in for library board games

Winchester Public Library hosts a Board Game Afternoon for grades 6-12 today, Sept. 25, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room; games and snacks provided, no registration needed.

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Recovery and remembrance vigil set for Sept. 30

The Winchester Coalition for a Safer Community holds a Recovery & Remembrance Candlelight Vigil on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m. on the Town Common, with speakers and candles honoring those affected by substance use.

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Studio on the Common plans hospital fundraiser on Sept. 30

Studio on the Common's Christmas in September fundraiser runs Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with seasonal merchandise, refreshments and prizes; 10% of sales go to Winchester Hospital.

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Kids' pottery wheel class meets Friday afternoon

Studio on the Common's pottery class for ages 8-12 runs today, Sept. 25, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at 22 Church St., working on wheel-throwing skills and clay projects.

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Messy Mushy Preschool Art scheduled at Studio on the Common

Messy Mushy Preschool Art runs today, Sept. 25, at noon at Studio on the Common, 22 Church Street.

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Winchester girls volleyball rattles off six straight wins to begin 2026 season

Winchester High volleyball has opened the season 6-0, defeating Stoneham, Woburn, Melrose and Newton South, among others.

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