Nomination papers for May 3 election available Jan. 8

December 19, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer This could be an exciting election season! Twelve elected town officials have terms expiring in 2025, representing nine different boards/committees/commissions and the role of town moderator. Nomination papers for all of these positions will be available in the town clerk’s office starting Wednesday, January 8, at 8 a.m. …

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Kathleen O’Brien Cavanaugh

Kathleen O’Brien Cavanaugh Hingham, Massachusetts — Kathleen “Kathy” O’Brien Cavanaugh passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024. Born on February 27, 1934, in Boston, Kathleen was the daughter of Edward F. and Madeleine M. O’Brien, and the granddaughter of former Governor of New Hampshire Francis P. Murphy and Mae Murphy. Kathleen was raised in Worcester, …

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Thomas L. Wilburn

With deep sadness, we announce that Thomas Luther Wilburn passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 13, 2024, after a brief illness. He leaves behind his devoted wife of over 49 years, Marilyn Chase Wilburn, of Hingham, MA, along with their children: Jeffrey Wilburn, his wife Ashley Mazur Wilburn, and Sarah Wilburn Pinard and …

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Introducing The New Derby Street Shops Insider App

December 17, 2024 By Derby St Shops WS Development, one of the nation’s leading mixed-use and retail developers, introduces the Insider Loyalty Program, a first of its kind mobile platform that rewards customers in real time across the property’s collection of brands. The in-app experience will provide personalized messaging and consistent, compelling rewards for shoppers …

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Linden Ponds 2024 Staff Appreciation Fund Rewards Hourly Team Members for a Job Well Done

December 17, 2024 By Linden Ponds Linden Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Hingham, Mass., distributed more than $370,000 to eligible hourly team members through its 2024 Staff Appreciation Fund (SAF). The SAF, made possible through generous donations from warm-hearted residents, was dispersed during a festive red-carpet Staff Appreciation Fund Event. The gifts served …

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“Hingham Power Hour” Premieres First Episode Exploring Net Zero Goals

December 17, 2024 By Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant The Hingham Power Hour, a new video series focused on sustainability and electrification, is airing its first episode, “Welcome to the Power Hour! Let’s Electrify.” The series is produced by Harbor Media in partnership with the Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) and the Hingham Climate Action Commission (HCAC), highlighting …

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Kindergarten Information Night for Parents and Caregivers of Future Kindergarteners on January 15, 2025

December 17, 2024 by Hingham Public Schools Hingham Public Schools invites parents and caregivers of children entering kindergarten in September 2025 to an information night on January 15, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Hingham Middle School. Attendees will meet their child’s future principal, receive important details about registration and enrollment timelines, and learn about the …

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HPS special education plan update presented; goals outlined

December 17, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer Following a Hingham Public Schools district evaluation of special education programs and services last year, the results were presented to the school committee in March — with an update this week by Interim Executive Director of Student Services Barbara Cataldo. “The evaluation focused on the current status of …

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Discover the Enchantment of the Holiday Haus Pop-Up boutique

December 17, 2024 Submitted By Home in Harmony Step into a festive wonderland at the Holiday Haus Pop-Up boutique, brought to life by Home in Harmony Designs. This seasonal treasure trove is a paradise for Christmas and holiday enthusiasts, offering a curated selection of gifts and home decor essentials that cater to every festive need. …

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