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September 10, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer With some 350 participants — including many concerned parents — on the School Committee’s nearly three-hour remote meeting call last night, the conversation revolved around the latest Hingham Public Schools Sept. 16 reopening plan for some 4,000 students, a significant decrease in enrollments, the length of the school …
September 8, 2020 introduction by Carol Britton Meyer (Courtesy Photo) Supt. of Schools Paul Austin shares his thoughts with Hingham Anchor readers about his first year with the Hingham Public Schools — naming the pandemic as the most challenging situation he, like others, has ever faced. He also talks about what he likes best about …
Photo courtesy of Joshua Ross Photography (taken Spring 2020) September 4, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Beach House Hingham — a new seasonal ice cream shop featuring delicious Gifford’s, Bliss, and Richardson flavors — will make its debut in the new bathhouse at Hingham Harbor on Monday, Sept. 14. The owners of Stars on Hingham …
O’Connor is the only Republican to be endorsed by the Labor Organization September 3, 2020 Today, the Massachusetts AFL-CIO announced their endorsement of Senator Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) for re-election. The endorsement is especially significant because out of the 65 candidates that were endorsed by the Commonwealth’s statewide labor organization, O’Connor was the only Republican. “Now, …
Photo courtesy of Joan Meschino September 2, 2020 Submitted by Joan Meschino Campaign When she was first elected, State Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull) knew the job of representing Hingham, Hull, Cohasset, and North Scituate at the State House would be exciting and challenging. What she didn’t know was how sincerely satisfying it would be to …
September 2, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Two Hingham residents figured prominently in yesterday’s state primary. While Melissa B. Smith’s challenge to incumbent James Michael Murphy’s state representative seat on the Democratic party ballot — which includes Hingham Precinct 2 — was unsuccessful, it was not for lack of effort. “The results weren’t what we’d …
Ryder, Avery and Emily Cormier support the Apple Project (photo by Joshua Ross) August 31, 2020 submitted by Hingham Public Schools All Town PTO (photo by Joshua Ross) As we prepare to begin an unprecedented school year, the Hingham All Town PTO invites you to rally behind the Hingham Public Schools (HPS) educators, administrators, staff, …
Shoppers can look forward to special deals and offers this coming Tax Free Weekend, August 29-30, at Derby Street Shops. A list of Tax Free Weekend deals event follow below. All retail purchases will comply with Massachusetts Tax Free Weekend rules and regulations. Derby Street Shops 98 Derby Street, Hingham, MA @derbystreetshops | www.Derbystshops.com …
August 26, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer The new mixed-use building at the corner of North and Station streets is nearing completion, but before any occupancy permits can be issued, Developer Matt Falconeiri is required as part of the earlier permitting process to develop a traffic-calming plan to enhance pedestrian safety in the area. The …
Photo courtesy of Bar Method August 25, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer The Bar Method at 99 South St., a popular place for women — and occasionally a man — of different levels and ages to get fit in an inspiring, fun way while making new friends — will hold its last class Aug. 31 …