Hilary Jenison Photo by Joshua Ross June 23, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Town Meeting voters supported a $126.5 million Fiscal 2021 town budget, including $58 million for the schools at last Saturday’s Town Meeting. That said, there’s a projected shortfall of “over $3 million, and the town will be taking [money] out of its rainy day …
June 23, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer (photo courtesy of HPS) Supt. of Schools Paul Austin had his first-ever public evaluation last night by the School Committee as part of the customary annual review of the Hingham Public Schools superintendent, despite his long history as a school administrator before coming to town. ” That’s because …
June 23, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer The Hingham School Committee has joined other communities in the state in supporting a statewide anti-racism resolution calling in part for schools to create a “welcoming community for ALL students” and for each district to provide annual professional development on diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as to …
June 22, 2020 submitted by South Shore Conservatory (courtesy photos) In response to requests from parents for summer enrichment programs for their children, South Shore Conservatory announces its plan to offer both virtual private lessons and virtual programs this summer, starting June 16. For children birth to four with caregiver, SSC offers Music Together® Online, a …
June 22, 2020 (submitted by Derby Summer Arts, courtesy photo) Derby Summer Arts may look different this year, but the spirit remains the same. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the camp’s 32nd year is moving its activities online, offering more than 30 courses in musical theatre, drama, visual arts, music, comedy, and more this summer. …
Photo courtesy of John Hersey Hello, friends, family, and fellow Hingham residents, Over the past several months I have been asked by many people why I am collecting old tires. The answer is a simple one but with a story behind it. I’ve decided to share it with the hope of helping others. Last year …
Rohini Gajaraj, holding a sign in the first car during the June 7 car caravan rally. Photo by Brooke Bartletta. June 22, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer (photos provided by Brooke Bartletta) A second peaceful Black Lives Matter caravan protest is planned in Hingham for Sunday afternoon, June 28. Those who plan to participate are …
The Bello Family, photo by CR Photography. Father’s Day is TODAY and we’re so honored to be able to highlight this amazing local dad! We’ve been sharing the stories of some special dads in our community and today we are honored to share our fourth and final winner … Jim Bello, husband of Kim Bello …
June 21, 2020 by Hilary Jenison and Carol Britton Meyer (photos by Joshua Ross Photography) It was a Town Meeting like no other, with chairs set up 10 feet apart and voters wearing face masks in the scorching heat as the three-hour meeting unfolded on the high school multi-purpose field. Town Meeting 2020 photo by …
Father’s Day is this SUNDAY and it’s time for us to celebrate some pretty special local Dads. During this pandemic, many Dads have pitched in overtime to keep things smooth sailing at home by shifting priorities to not only focus on their professional careers in a less than ideal environment, but also pitching in to …
