Cohasset Anchor

12/23/2025

✨💵 The holidays are busy, joyful, and full of to-do lists — which is why it’s also a peak time for scams. A little awareness now can help keep your finances protected all season long.

Helpful reminders to keep in mind this holiday season:

💳 Use card management tools to monitor spending and turn cards on or off if needed

📱 Double-check recipients before sending money through payment apps

🎣 Watch for phishing emails and texts — don’t click unfamiliar links

🎁 Research charities before donating to be sure your gift goes where intended

📬 Use secure mailing options when sending checks or gifts

📲 Take advantage of online and mobile banking to monitor accounts in real time

Thank you to South Shore Bank for supporting local community news and sharing ways to help our community stay safe this holiday season.

*Sponsored by South Shore Bank

December 22, 2025 By Hilary Jenison, Sponsored by South Shore Bank

12/22/2025

🚨 Following the verdict in the Ana Walshe murder trial, Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley shared exclusive insight with the Cohasset Anchor on the investigation that led to justice.

In the interview, Chief Quigley reflects on the department’s role from the initial missing person investigation through the sentencing of Brian Walshe to life in prison without parole.

He discusses the early red flags, the decision to involve the district attorney’s office, and the extensive collaboration between Cohasset Police, state police, and prosecutors that ultimately resulted in a first-degree murder conviction without a body, a rare outcome.

Click below to read more ⬇️

December 22, 2025 By Carol Britton Meyer

12/19/2025

Resident Tim Davis requested that the select board hold a public forum to discuss the intermunicipal agreement with Scituate that was signed last June “and how we arrived at this travesty” during the public comment period at the beginning of this week’s meeting.

Read more below ⬇️

December 17, 2025 By Carol Britton Meyer

12/17/2025

🏀 The Cohasset girls basketball team gave it a good fight in its season opener against Duxbury Friday night at home, more details and photos from the game below ⬇️

December 17, 2025 Story and photos by William Wassersug

12/16/2025

🚒 The Public Safety Facilities Working Group (PSFWG) is currently reviewing options to improve emergency response while keeping costs in check. One major consideration is whether to build a Fire Substation at 135 King Street at the same time as the new Police Station—or to defer construction until later.

Learn more below ⬇️

December 15, 2025 Submitted by the Public Safety Facilities Working Group

12/15/2025

🚨 A Massachusetts jury found Brian Walshe – the Cohasset man accused of killing his wife, Ana, in early 2023 – guilty of first-degree murder today, Dec. 15. The trial took place in Norfolk Superior Court, with jury deliberations beginning last Friday afternoon.

Walshe now faces a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Sentencing is scheduled for this Wednesday, when victim impact statements will be read, according to published reports.

More details below ⬇️

December 15, 2025 By Carol Britton Meyer

12/12/2025

🚨 The Cohasset Police Department, Cohasset MA is proud to share a heartfelt expression of gratitude to Sigrid and Bill Burnett for their extraordinary generosity in donating a new, hand-carved sign for our headquarters at 62 Elm Street.

This remarkable piece was crafted by Cohasset’s own master signmaker, David Hassan of Hassan Sign, whose craftsmanship has long been admired across our community.

December 12, 2025 Submitted by Cohasset Police Department

12/11/2025

✨🎶 Remember that one holiday outing that made the whole season feel magical? Here it is! Join South Shore Conservatory for South Shore Holiday Pops, featuring the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, December 14, 3 pm, at the Scituate Center for the Performing Arts, as they bring the joy of the season to life with holiday favorites such as Sleigh Ride, Hanukkah Festival Overture, and Winter Wonderland. You may even see a special jolly visitor!

🎟️ Tickets at https://give.sscmusic.org/south-shore-holiday-pops.

*Sponsored by South Shore Conservatory

12/09/2025

👯‍♀️ Experience the magic of the holiday season with the South Shore Ballet Theatre’s fabulous Nutcracker performances, featuring gifted young dancers in three unforgettable shows.

December 13th at 1pm and 5pm
December 14th at 1pm

Get your tickets below!

December 9, 2025 Submitted by Holly Hess

12/09/2025

🎄✨ The 5th Annual South Shore Merry Market is happening this Sunday, Dec. 14 from 10–4 at the The Red Lion Inn Barn!

🛍️ Shop 60+ local makers
🎅 Santa photos
🎶 Live music
🎨 Kids’ activities & crafts
☕ Hot cocoa, cider & treats

🌟 Plus, a special Kid Zone with kid vendors, letters to Santa, hair tinsel, and more holiday fun.

❤️ Proceeds support A Place to Rise and families in need across the South Shore. Click below for ticket details 🎟️

December 9, 2025 By Carol Britton Meyer

12/08/2025

👏🏈Congratulations tp the CHS Football Team! 👏🏈

Thursday night at Gillette Stadium, the No. 1 ranked Skippers (11-2) knocked off previously undefeated No. 2 Amesbury 22-14 to win their first title since 2021.

Click below for more photos, quotes and details from the game!

December 8, 2025 Story and photos by William Wassersug