Hilary Jenison May 5, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer (live update) During tonight’s selectmen’s meeting, Police Chief Glenn Olsson announced the cancellation of the parade, road race, and fireworks due to public health concerns. “I reluctantly make this announcement,” Olsson said. “The decision follows numerous meetings among all three committees, the Hingham police and fire departments and …
May 4, 2020 by Hilary Jenison and Carol Britton Meyer (2019 graduation photos by Tammy Hutchison) Recognizing how important holding a “live” graduation ceremony is to this year’s graduating class when so many other events have been postponed or canceled due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, Principal Rick Swanson made a proposal at Monday’s school …
May 4, 2020 submitted by Eileen McIntyre, Chair, Hingham Land Conservation Trust Pictured above, HLCT Board Members Don Kidston and Art Collins at work. Photo courtesy of Eileen McIntyre. The Hingham Land Conservation Trust (HLCT) Board of Trustees made important decisions about programs originally planned for this spring. As announced to supporters in a letter …
May 4, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer (Pictured above Gracie Winters, courtesy photo) To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Baker-Polito administration ordered all residents in the state over the age of two — effective this Wednesday (May 6) — to wear a face covering or mask in indoor and outdoor public places where …
April 30, 2020 submitted by Chel Bella Photo above of Chel Bella owners, mother and daughter duo Karen and Christina Reale by Sara Hinchey Photography. The Cornerstone of Downtown Hingham retail shopping, and popular women’s clothing boutique – Chel Bella – will close it’s doors June 1st. Like many small businesses struggling with the consequences …
Pictured above: Alex Trebek, host of Jeopardy!, with contestant Jesse Laymon. All photos courtesy of Jesse Laymon. April 29, 2020 by Hilary Jenison Hingham residents Eileen McIntyre and Roy Harris have something to look forward to tomorrow night – Eileen’s son, Jesse Laymon of New York City, will appear as a contestant on “Jeopardy!” The …
April 28, 2020 submitted by by Sandra Baldeon, Founder and Executive Director, SELA. All photos courtesy of SELA. (photo above of Indigo, at Toddler at SELA, loves her virtual classroom and the morning activities it provides.) Younger students are already familiar with how to use iPhones and the adoption of new technology looks and feels easier …
April 28, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer The transition of the water system serving Hingham, Hull, and part of Cohasset from the Aquarion Water Company to Town of Hingham ownership could be complete by July 1. Last night the Water System Transition and Evaluation Committee heard an update during a teleconference meeting on proposed revisions …
Hingham High School, photo by Joshua Ross Photography. April 28, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Hingham High School Principal Rick Swanson considered hundreds of emails from students and parents and sought input from teachers, administrators, and other interested parties before crafting a grading policy that applies to Hingham High students for this unique school year …
April 27, 2020 by Eileen McCracken (as posted on the Town of Hingham Website) Editor note: Here is information on how to vote either by absentee or early voting ballot for the June 27th Hingham Town Election. Every vote counts! The information below applies to elections held through the end of June. Determine which ballot …
