Calling All Foster Alumni, Help Us Pave The Way!

April 30, 2024 By Missy Sadler, Foster PTO President The Foster PTO is selling bricks that will be made into a beautiful hardscape at our new elementary school, celebrating everyone who has walked the halls of William L. Foster Elementary School over the last 73 years.  The patio will be dedicated to our wonderful Foster …

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Hingham Historical Society hosts community open house at the Benjamin Lincoln House – Massachusetts’ newest house museum.

April 30th, 2024 Submitted by The Hingham Historical Society On Saturday, May 4th, the Hingham Historical Society will offer a community open house at the Benjamin Lincoln House at 181 North Street from 10AM – 4PM in advance of the Museum’s official grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 11th. The Benjamin Lincoln House is Massachusetts’s newest house Museum …

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Hingham High School Drama Presents: Much Ado About Nothing

April 29, 2024 By Hingham Public Schools Hingham High School Drama is excited to present “Much Ado About Nothing,” Shakespeare’s classic comedy reimagined with a disco twist by HHS Drama! Set in 1968 at Leo’s Lounge, this unique adaptation combines Shakespearean wit with the vibrant energy of the disco era. Audience members are welcome to dress in their …

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Derby Street Shops Announces Its Family-Friendly Summer Events Lineup with Summer Thursdays and Music Together

April 29, 2024 By Derby St Shops With the warm weather season on the horizon, Derby Street Shops has announced the lineup for its annual kid-friendly events series, Summer Thursdays, in addition to the return of Music Together® summer sessions. Kicking off on May 2, Summer Thursdays will once again offer an exciting lineup of outdoor entertainment …

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OPINION : Thank You, Hingham

April 29, 2024 By Dick Orr At last Thursday’s Town Meeting, Article 25 — “Sale of 8 Short Street” —  was tabled due to community opposition. I am delighted to remain as the tenant there and to continue my furniture making shop. More importantly, this wonderful historic property will remain part of the town. Hingham …

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Driver Arrested After Hitting Bicyclist

April 26, 2024 By Hingham Police Department A driver was arrested this morning for operating under the influence of alcohol after hitting a bicyclist. The bicyclist suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries. On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 12:38am Officers responded to the intersection of Otis St., Downer Ave. and Daley Rd. for a report …

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OPINION: Town Meeting and the One-Percenters

April 26, 2024 By Jim Kruzer What if 1% of the population were permitted to decide how all of us live? Before you imagine a world ruled by techno-billionaires, heirs to oil fortunes, and Boston Brahmin, look a bit closer to home: Hingham’s antiquated Town Meeting system accomplishes the same result. This relic was on display last night …

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Hingham Historical Society hosts 110th annual meeting

April 25, 2024 By The Hingham Historical Society The Hingham Historical Society held its Annual Meeting on Tuesday evening, April 23rd, at the Hingham Heritage Museum and via Zoom. Officers elected to two-year terms included Matt MacDonald, Treasurer and Cynthia Galko, Clerk. Cheryl Bierwirth, Bob Mosher and Jim Conroy were each re-elected as directors. The …

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