Hilary Jenison By Carol Britton Meyer and Hilary Jenison (all photos by Joshua Ross Photography) This year’s town election was a combination of early, absentee, and in-person voting, which took place today at the Hingham High School and Middle School polls from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with social distancing in place and voters expected to wear …
Photo by Joshua Ross Photography The Hingham Town Election polls have closed and the votes have been counted. Congrats to all of the candidates for running positive campaigns. Below, please find the results. Town Clerk, Eileen McCracken. Photo by Joshua Ross Photography. Town Moderator: Michael Puzo (1,975 votes) School Committee: Michelle Ayer (1,860 votes) Jen …
June 26, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Snug owners Ed Brown and Ellen Nally Brown are excited that they will now be able to offer outdoor dining on the tunnel cap behind the Irish pub in downtown Hingham, possibly as soon as the Fourth of July weekend. The Selectmen granted approval last night for the …
Photo by Joshua Ross June 26, 2020 by Hilary Jenison and Laura Winters The Google News Initiative recently recognized the Hingham Anchor as a grant recipient through its COVID-19 Journalism Emergency Relief Fund. The Hingham Anchor was selected from a pool of more than 12,000 applicants from over 140 countries worldwide. “Local news is a …
June 26, 2020 submitted by Turner Bledsoe, MD (courtesy photo) In the midst of one life threatening crisis, it’s hard to imagine focusing on another at the same time. But the cruel calculus of climate change isn’t taking a break. The carbon dioxide in our atmosphere reached an all-time high of 417 parts per million …
By Carol Britton Meyer During his annual performance evaluation, Town Administrator Tom Mayo was praised for his work ethic, integrity, and loyalty to the town. “Tom has really excelled in bringing the town together through this very unexpected COVID-19 situation — one that had the potential to displace town employees and dramatically upset the delivery …
June 24, 2020 (press release courtesy of the Hingham Police Department) A 20 year old Hingham man faces numerous firearms related charges after Detectives and a SWAT Team executed a search warrant at his home Wednesday morning. Hingham Detectives began an investigation after receiving a tip of a resident who was seen online loading and …
June 24, 2020 by Hilary Jenison (courtesy photos) While most 4th of July celebrations are cancelled this year, a new local company is offering a fun and functional way to show off your patriotic spirit while also giving back to the community. The Great Cover Up was created by Abi and Joanna Sood, local Hingham …
June 24, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer As a follow-up to Town Meeting’s support for funding a feasibility study and conceptual design plans for a proposed new, much-needed public safety facility, the Selectmen voted unanimously last night to enter into a purchase and sale agreement on a roughly three-acre parcel at 335 Lincoln Street for …
Photo by Joshua Ross June 24, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Another two Hingham restaurants — Alma Nove and Wahlburgers — will offer expanded outside dining this summer. This comes as good news to the community, eager to enjoy a sit-down meal after months of takeout and curbside pickup. “Alan and Paul, we’re happy you …
