September 11, 2024 By Glenn Mangurian Many experts report we have a mental health crisis. A mental health crisis is any situation in which a person’s behaviors or symptoms put them at risk of hurting themselves or others and/or prevents them from being able to function effectively. I am reading an insightful book – “Belonging: The Science …
July 3, 2024 By Glenn Mangurian One of the most recognized set of words can be found in the Declaration of Independence drafted by Thomas Jefferson and endorsed by our Founding Fathers 248 years ago. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain …
June 25, 2024 By Glenn Mangurian Adapted from the song by Woody Guthrie (with apologies), “This Land Is Your Land” These roads are your roads, these roads are their roads From Hingham Shipyard to Queen Ann Corner From Downtown Hingham to the World’s End waters These roads were made for you and them. As I …
June 11, 2024 By Maya Hobson, Hingham Middle School 8th Grader Hello Hingham, We are students who attend Hingham Middle School. We are currently working on our Civics Project! A civics project is a project that targets making change in our community. Our class comprised some topics we thought needed to be changed in our …
June 3, 2024 By Glenn Mangurian We all face challenges in life. Some are thrust upon us such as health issues, relationship breakdowns or career setbacks. Other challenges are chosen such as running a marathon, climbing a mountain or rowing across the Atlantic. That’s right. I said rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. I recently had a telehealth …
May 14, 2024 by Glenn Mangurian Dear High School and College Graduates, Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Each May I write a letter to the graduating seniors with my perspective on this important transition. Last year I suggested that graduates continue to develop their emotional intelligence – empathy, self-awareness and impulse control. This year my advice …
April 29, 2024 By Dick Orr At last Thursday’s Town Meeting, Article 25 — “Sale of 8 Short Street” — was tabled due to community opposition. I am delighted to remain as the tenant there and to continue my furniture making shop. More importantly, this wonderful historic property will remain part of the town. Hingham …
April 26, 2024 By Jim Kruzer What if 1% of the population were permitted to decide how all of us live? Before you imagine a world ruled by techno-billionaires, heirs to oil fortunes, and Boston Brahmin, look a bit closer to home: Hingham’s antiquated Town Meeting system accomplishes the same result. This relic was on display last night …
April 24, 2024 By Mike Dyer, Hingham Resident and Co-Owner of Untold Brewing Fellow Hinghamites – this Wednesday night is Town Meeting and I encourage you to attend. On the agenda is Article 32, an amendment to the zoning by-law that would enable Farmer Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries to open in select business districts alongside other hospitality businesses, …
April 19, 2024 By Caroline Blatchley Did you know that about 15 million students in the US don’t have basic school supplies? Also, 95% of elementary teachers spend their own money on classroom supplies. And, families can expect to spend an average of $890 on school supplies. We are Girl Scout Troop #67831, and for …
