Stop by the Swap Shop! March 29, 2019 by Carol Britton Meyer The Swap Shop at the Hingham transfer station has become the go-to place to drop off and pick up — free of charge! — everything from good-quality furniture, lamps, and dishes to sporting goods, books, and cool “stuff” for kids. Located on Sam …
The Rev. Jeremy D. Scott will be facilitating an open conversation between Hingham residents who wish to discuss the upcoming vote to purchase the water company on Monday, April 1, 7 to 8:30 p.m. All parties attending the meeting with be required to disclose any have with the town of Hingham, Aquarion, Eversource or …
The Hingham Board of Selectmen invites citizens to attend a Public Information Meeting on the proposed purchase of the water company on Saturday, April 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Hingham Middle School Auditorium. Following a brief presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. This is the second forum hosted …
This letter was submitted to The Anchor by Tom Patch. March 27, 2019 After careful consideration, I am withdrawing my candidacy in the 2019 Town Election for the Planning Board. Thanks to all who signed my nomination papers, and provided encouragement and support. I wish Mr. Ellis success in his role as a member of …
The League of Women Voters of Hingham will hold its annual Candidates Night on Wednesday evening, April 10 at Hingham Town Hall, 220 Central Street, Hingham. Candidates Night offers voters the opportunity to hear candidates for contested races answer questions concerning current issues. Candidates for uncontested offices deliver a prepared speech. The public is invited …
Another mixed-use proposal for Hingham Square March 26, 2019 by Carol Britton Meyer The developer who 10 months ago proposed a mixed-use development at 11 Bank Avenue and 103-105 North Street in the heart of Hingham Square near the Post Office has scaled back the original proposal in large part due to abutter concerns. “There …
“Derby St. Green,” a newly-created space for various events and activities, will launch in May at Hingham’s top family-friendly destination, Derby Street Shops. Here’s the scoop: A large area of turf (105 ft. x 40 ft.), accompanied by beautiful new landscaping, will be installed between Kohl’s and REI—the central location for many of Derby Street’s …
March 23, 2019 by Carol Britton Meyer Meet the Candidates As your “everything elections” news source, the Hingham Anchor asked candidates running for office in the April 27 town election to answer these questions as a way of introducing themselves to the community within the context of the seat for which they are running: *If …
By Carol Britton Meyer, March 21st 2019 Even as the deteriorating South Shore Country Club pool is being prepped for another season, fundraising efforts for a new all-season pool and athletic facility are underway. The current pool — built in the 1950’s — is in bad shape, and the planning process is moving forward pending …
If you’d like to watch the commissioning of Hingham native John Beal’s new cutter, USCGC TERRELL HORNE WPB 1131, you can catch the livestream on Friday, March 22, at 1:30 p.m. ET (10:30 a.m. P.T.) at https://www.dvidshub.net/webcast/19036 HORNE is the 31st Fast Response Cutter. It’s homeport is Base Los Angeles/Long Beach, which provides a wide …
