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2010 Population: 21,374
Recent News:
Rep. Markey meets with visitors from Winchester on Constituents' Day
April 17, 2012: Rep. Markey Welcomes Visitors from the 7th District of Mass. to Captiol Hill
May 25, 2011: Markey Appoints Winchester's Michael Calnan to Naval Academy
March 31, 2011: Markey Meets with Students from McCall Middle School in Winchester (photo below!)
Jan 26, 2011: MA Fire Departments Earn $1 Mil for Safety Equipment, Protective Gear
Fun Facts!
1. The Village of Winchester first declared it’s independence from Woburn in 1850.
2. Winchester was very nearly named "Columbus" but instead the town fathers honored a wealthy businessman, Colonel William P. Winchester, whose premature death prevented him from ever setting foot in the town bearing his name.
3. In 1979 Winchester native Allan Cormack won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his part in developing CAT scan technology.
Treasured Photo!
Kabul, Afghanistan -- Rep. Markey and members of a congressional delegation met with members of the military while visiting Afghanistan, including Winchester native, Brigadier General Mark Milley of the Deputy Commanding General of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division.
“I am grateful for the sacrifice and dedication of all of our brave men and women serving in Afghanistan,” said Rep. Markey. “I am honored to witness firsthand, their commitment, valor and sacrifice in the name of America's security.”
Read more about the trip here.