Opinion: The Perils Of Populism

June 26, 2023 By Michael Weymouth Recently a charter school principal in Tallahassee, Florida was forced to resign after several parents complained that a sixth-grade Renaissance art history lesson was pornographic. The issue, it seems, was a photo of Michelangelo’s sculpture of David, which showed his genitals, a not uncommon feature in Renaissance art, which unashamedly glorified the human body. …

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Hingham Democrats Announce Delegates for 2023 Democratic State Convention

June 26, 2023 Submitted by the Hingham Democratic Town Committee On Thursday, June 8, the Hingham Democratic Town Committee (HDTC) elected 8 delegates to represent Hingham at the 2023 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. Hingham’s elected delegates for 2023 are: Megan Buhr, James Byrne, Clark Frazier, Jasper Lee, Wayne Mesard, Dan Power, Kathy Swanson, and Ellen Whalen. Hingham’s delegation will …

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The Hingham Maritime Center is Open for the Summer 2023 Season!

June 26, 2023 Submitted by the Hingham Maritime Center After a long winter and a cold wet spring the Hingham Maritime Center on Barnes Wharf by the rotary is open for the Summer 2023 season! Off season improvements include new docks, an upgraded fleet, and the addition of some exciting new programming. Do you have …

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Weekly Meetings & Agendas: June 26 – July 1

June 26, 2023 by The Town of Hingham School Committee June 26, 2023, 5:00 PM @Town Hall Central Meeting Room or Remote via Zoom Dial-in number: 1-929-205-6099 Meeting ID: 816 4743 2277 Passcode: 769528 Website: https://zoom.us/join Lincoln Apartments, LLC Board of Managers June 26, 2023, 6:30 PM @Join Zoom Meeting Website: https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 813 …

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Art in the Garden at Old Colony Montessori School

June 23, 2023 by Mary Ann Blackmur It was a perfect early June day in the garden at Old Colony Montessori School. Among the verdant sprouts of garlic, potatoes, and milkweed hung spectacular works of art created by the students. Students and their families enjoyed strolling in the garden admiring the art and the beautiful day. The Art …

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Hingham police and fire to the rescue!

June 23, 2023 Submitted by John Fanton Those of you who were around this afternoon probably wondered what the fire engine was doing down by the entrance.  You may have also noticed the Hingham animal control officer’s car as well.  Thankfully, no residents were in need of fire support, but one of our local “children” …

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Youth Mountain Biking Race at Wompatuck

June 23, 2023 By Bob Gold, Photos by Jason Tracey Over 450 youth mountain bike riders and over 500 coaches, volunteers, and spectators weathered a mix of rain, clouds and even some sun at the sixth, and final, event of the New England Youth Cycling (NEYC) season on Sunday, June 18 at Wompatuck State Park. …

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