August 12, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer The Rev. Edward Thornley, often known as “Father Ed,” was called as the ninth Rector of The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Hingham this summer. He looks forward to helping the church community live its mission to “share the Good News of the Gospel …
August 12, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer, Photos by Carol Britton Meyer Elie Yazbeck, owner of Elie’s Auto Service in Hingham Centre for the past 19 years, has enjoyed working with his hands since he was a child growing up in Lebanon. Next February will be his 20th year in business at 9 Short Street. “My …
June 24, 2024 Submitted by Open Sky Community Services Open Sky Community Services, a nonprofit behavioral health and human services organization, announced today that Emmanuel “Manny” Oppong, MSW, LICSW, has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Program Officer for the organization. Oppong started on May 28. “We are thrilled that Manny has joined Open Sky …
June 19, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer What new Hingham Downtown Association Executive Director Amy Brown loves most about the downtown area is that it offers “everything you need, all within a leisurely walk.” Residents and visitors alike can “dine, shop, learn, exercise, or meet a friend in a quaint, cozy, quintessential New England setting …
May 22, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer Linden Ponds resident Mildred M. Fisher — who will celebrate a very special occasion on Sunday — her 100th birthday — was recognized by the Select Board this week. She is the mother of board member Joseph Fisher. Born in Philadelphia on May 26, 1924, she is the …
April 1, 2024 By Hilary Jenison Walking into the South Shore Sports Center, you immediately feel a sense of pride and a feeling of “home.” Recent renovations make the space lighter, brighter, and more inviting than ever. I recently had the opportunity to interview Liz Lima, Owner of South Shore Sports Center and South Shore Select Soccer, …
April 10, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer Hingham woodworker Sandy Weymouth is opening a new woodshop in neighboring Weymouth where other experienced woodworkers can rent shop space and access a large array of machinery in a spirit of collaboration and creativity, while also saving costs. Sandy is also the owner of Sawtimber Woodworks. The 6,000-square-foot …
March 5, 2024 by Hilary Jenison (photos by Cody O’Loughlin and Jennifer Buchanan) Local real estate agents in Hingham play a pivotal role in our community. With their deep understanding of the local market trends, neighborhoods, and regulations, these real estate professionals serve as invaluable guides for both buyers and sellers. Their expertise helps clients …
March 8, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer Lynn Barclay recently stepped down from her role as executive director of the Hingham Downtown Association after a very successful 6-1/2 years on the job, during which time the membership base doubled to include 100 businesses, fundraising efforts were revamped and bolstered, and a social media marketing and …
February 29, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer Students attending the Old Colony Montessori School in Hingham develop a natural love of learning that lasts a lifetime. OCMS Head of School Tracey Buckeridge, who first experienced this unique “inspired learning” approach when she was a young child, is a testament to that philosophy. She started at …
