August 16, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer The Bar Method boutique fitness studio at 99 South St. will reopen Sept. 15 under a new owner after closing nearly a year ago, offering not only an invigorating workout but also a much-appreciated sense of community following a long period of isolation due to the pandemic. Hingham …
August 12, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer Jennifer Arnold has been selected to assume the role of interim principal of Foster Elementary School effective August 10, according to Asst. Supt. of Schools Jamie LaBillois, who also chairs the Foster Interim Principal Search Committee. Arnold was chosen to replace former Principal Beth Wilcox, who resigned recently …
Front entrance of PRS, 2019 August 12, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer Plymouth River School Principal Melissa Smith announced in an email to the PRS community on Thursday (Aug. 12) that she has accepted the position of assistant principal effective Aug. 16. At the same time, Gregory Lamothe — who has served in a number …
August 12, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer The Select Board shared in a moment of silence Tuesday night in honor of longtime Hingham resident William “Bill” Friend, who passed on unexpectedly Aug. 3. He is perhaps best known in town for his longtime service as a member of the South Shore Country Club Management Committee. …
August 11, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer “Unfortunately,” Town Administrator Tom Mayo acknowledged to the Select Board Tuesday night, “we’re back in the world where COVID updates are necessary again.” That’s because there has been an uptick in the number of COVID cases in Hingham recently. No information was provided as to whether those who …
August 10, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer Dr. Gary Maestas was recently named Hingham Public Schools interim superintendent of schools after serving as Plymouth Public Schools Supt. of Schools for 12 years — replacing Paul Austin, who resigned effective the end of July. But it’s not “official” yet, School Committee Chair Kerry Ni explained at …
Hingham Middle School (photo by Joshua Ross Photography) August 10, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer Director of Student Services Dr. Suzanne Vinnes presented a three-year overview of the Hingham Public Schools’ special education program to the School Committee Monday night during a remote meeting. She explained that special education is “not a one-size-fits-all approach,” and …
Photo by Kelly Sikkema August 10, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer More than 500 people have signed a “Keep Masks Optional — Hingham Parent’s Choice!” petition, which was submitted to the School Committee Monday, through change.org. The goal is to collect 1,000 signatures. The theme behind this petition to school officials is, “Our children need …
August 6, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer (photos courtesy of Landmark Recovery) Landmark Recovery, founded by Hingham resident Cliff Boyle, provides a “bridge to a brighter future” through accessible treatment for individuals struggling with substance use disorder. With a number of locations already established in Concord, Mass. and many other parts of the country — …
Front entrance of PRS, 2019 August 4, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer The Massachusetts School Building Authority invited the Town of Hingham to participate in its Accelerated Repair Program for much-needed replacement windows at Plymouth River School several months ago. Along with that invitation came the requirement to approve a funding source for the town’s …
