COVID-19 update: Increase in number of Hingham cases

May 13, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer The number of coronavirus cases in Hingham — as reported by the Massachusetts Dept. of Public Health today, May 13 — reached 223 this week, up from 186 reported on April 29. The MDPH statistics include only laboratory-confirmed cases (tested positive), so the number of cases in Hingham …

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South Hingham: Spring Water System Flushing- When and What to Expect

May 13, 2020  Beginning Sunday, May 17, 2020 and continuing through Thursday, May 21, 2020 Aquarion Water Company will be flushing sections of South Hingham beginning Sunday, May 17, 2020.  Water main/hydrant flushing activities will be conducted during the evenings to minimize disruptions to our customers between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., …

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School and town officials in accord on financial management plan

May 12, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer In the spirit of moving forward together — with the best interests of town departments, the schools, and Hingham citizens uppermost in mind during a difficult time in Hingham’s history — the Selectmen and School Committee support what they consider to be an “active and forward-thinking” Fiscal 2021 …

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Chief Olsson on School Parking Lot and Field Closures

May 11, 2020  On various social media forums this week, there have been several questions regarding the closure of the Hingham school parking lots. To put an end to speculation, the Anchor caught up with Chief Olsson to get the scoop on what public spaces are closed and why. Foster School. Anchor: Thanks for chatting …

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Da Silva calls on Plymouth County Commissioners to turn over their recently acquired $90 Million Federal Covid-19 aid to better qualified State authorities

May 11, 2020 Submitted by: Carlos A.F. Da Silva Plymouth County Commissioner candidate Carlos A.F. Da Silva today called on the Plymouth County Commissioners to follow the request of the Mayor of the City of Brockton and officials in Plymouth as well as the Inspector General‘s recommendation and turn over their recently acquired $90 Million …

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The Foster School Talent Show went on … virtually!

Pictured above: Teddy, Audrey and Clara Lambert, Teacher Appreciation Week Slideshow & Show Performers May 11, 2020 submitted by the Foster School Talent Show Team 2020 (Vanessa Hsu, Sarah Melia, Alyssa Mercer, Elena Olin & Kelly Hoppe). All courtesy photos. On Saturday evening, March 28th, the Hingham High stage should have been lit up, featuring the talents …

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Hingham’s Memorial Day Ceremony Planned for Monday, May 25th

May 11, 2020 submitted by SCPO Keith Jermyn, USN, Director of Veterans Services (Photo above courtesy of Hingham Veterans Services) The Town of Hingham Department of Veterans’ Services is proud to announce that the Annual Memorial Day Observance will be held Monday, May 25th 2020.  Unfortunately, we will NOT be gathering as usual at the Hingham Town …

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Massa family business thriving during tough times

May 11, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer (all photos courtesy of the Massa Family) The third-generation, family-owned and operated Massa Products Corporation is celebrating its 70th year in Hingham. Frank Massa in 1984 Founded by the late Frank Massa, the company has operated from its 280 Lincoln St. location for most of its 75 years, …

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