Hingham Anchor

04/25/2025

OPINION: "What Do You Want to Be? is a question that many encounter early in life and at critical life transitions such as graduation or job changes. Remember the advice Dustin Hoffman received in The Graduate movie – Plastics. It’s a question that invites us to imagine our future, to dream big, and to define ourselves by our passions and ambitions." - Glenn Mangurian

April 25, 2025 by Glenn Mangurian What Do You Want to Be? is a question that many encounter early in life and at critical life transitions such as graduation or job changes. Remember the advice Dustin Hoffman received in The Graduate movie – Plastics. It’s a question that invites us to imagine o...

04/24/2025

🎭 This Weekend! 🎭

The cast of Hingham Civic Music Theatre’s “Kiss Me Kate” is prepared for its curtain- raising on Saturday—with the orchestra lead-in to its appropriately named first number: “Another Op’nin’, Another Show.”

🎟 Get your tickets below! ⬇️

April 24, 2025 By Roy Harris The cast of Hingham Civic Music Theatre’s “Kiss Me Kate” is prepared for its curtain- raising on Saturday—with the orchestra lead-in to its appropriately named first number: “Another Op’nin’, Another Show.” And this past week’s final nightly rehearsals ...

04/24/2025

OPINION: "With rising rates of cancer, infertility and chronic disease we can no longer pretend what we introduce into our environment isn’t affecting our health. We need to understand the consequences of our decisions and start making better choices for the future.

With the existing synthetic turf field nearing its end of life, a thorough assessment of the options for replacement should be considered and presented to the community for consideration along with a discussion of benefits, costs and risks." - Sara Gordon

April 24, 2025 By Sara Gordon With rising rates of cancer, infertility and chronic disease we can no longer pretend what we introduce into our environment isn’t affecting our health. We need to understand the consequences of our decisions and start making better choices for the future. With the ex...

04/24/2025

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April 23, 2025 By Kerrin Rowley 40 Canterbury Street, Hingham MA: 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, 5,180 sq ft, 1.38 acres Property Listed For $2,295,000 by Kerrin Rowley Step through the impressive double front doors and into a home where custom craftsmanship meets timeless elegance. The grand foyer welc...

04/23/2025

The Hingham Historical Commission is accepting applications for grants from the Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust now through May 5, 2025.

Eligible applicants include individual property owners, non-profit organizations that own or lease a historic resource, and the Town. Projects must be undertaken on properties in the historic districts abutting the Greenbush Right of Way. Routine maintenance projects are not eligible.

April 23, 2205 By The Town of Hingham The Hingham Historical Commission is accepting applications for grants from the Greenbush Historic Preservation Trust now through May 5, 2025. Eligible applicants include individual property owners, non-profit organizations that own or lease a historic resource,...

04/23/2025

Way Back Wednesday: There is a series of postcards of Hingham places of interest that were published by Thompson & Thompson of Boston and W. E. Woodside of Hingham. The cards were bordered in gray, printed in Germany, and cost 1 cent to mail (domestic). This dates the postcards to between 1887 and 1917. In a program from the dedication of the Hingham Armory, in 1910, this photo of the building was attributed to photographer W. E. Woodside of South Street. The dates and the lack of landscaping make this one of the oldest published photos of this building. The Hingham Armory was the first building of its kind to be built by the State for Massachusetts Volunteer Militia Company K. Today it is the home of the 1058th Transportation Company of the National Guard.

April 23, 2025 Geri Duff There is a series of postcards of Hingham places of interest that were published by Thompson & Thompson of Boston and W. E. Woodside of Hingham. The cards were bordered in gray, printed in Germany, and cost 1 cent to mail (domestic). This dates the postcards to between 1887....

04/22/2025

This Saturday, on a beautiful spring afternoon in Shrewsbury on Lake Quinsigamond, Hingham Crew opened the racing season at the Exeter Invitational. Hingham faced off against local powerhouses Exeter, Kent, Boston Latin, Simsbury, and St. John’s, demonstrating plenty of early-season poise and promise.

April 22, 2025 by J.P. Powers This Saturday, on a beautiful spring afternoon in Shrewsbury on Lake Quinsigamond, Hingham Crew opened the racing season at the Exeter Invitational. Hingham faced off against local powerhouses Exeter, Kent, Boston Latin, Simsbury, and St. John’s, demonstrating plenty ...

04/22/2025

Opinion: What It Is:

- An energy code extension authorized by the MA 2021 Climate Act with the intent that new buildings will be consistent with a net zero MA economy by 2050.
- A moderate add-on to our existing building code affecting new construction only.
- Includes separate provisions for residential and commercial buildings.
- Encourages but does not mandate all-electric and “passive house” buildings as easiest compliance pathways (no further requirements).
- Respects builder choice for oil, gas or propane via mixed fuel compliance pathway.
- This pathway entails scaled solar and low-cost “pre-wiring” for future electrification.
- Allows Town to specify effective date and permits “long runway” for education.

Read more below from John Borger, Hingham Net Zero & Energy Action Committee

April 22, 2025 By John Borger, Hingham Net Zero & Energy Action Committee 1. What It Is An energy code extension authorized by the MA 2021 Climate Act with the intent that new buildings will be consistent with a net zero MA economy by 2050. A moderate add-on to our existing building code affecting n...

04/22/2025

🚨The Town of Hingham is providing notice of a change in traffic management within Route 3A beginning at the intersection of Broad Cove Road, Lincoln Street, Downer Avenue and Thaxter Street, continuing within Lincoln Street to the intersection of Fottler Road and Bradley Woods Drive.

⚠️ This change is effective April 22, 2025, thru April 25, 2025.

April 22, 2025 by The Town of Hingham The Town of Hingham is providing notice of a change in traffic management within Route 3A beginning at the intersection of Broad Cove Road, Lincoln Street, Downer Avenue and Thaxter Street, continuing within Lincoln Street to the intersection of Fottler Road and...

04/22/2025

🎶 Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (A*O) presents a very special concert honoring South Shore’s veterans. “The concert is generously sponsored by Quirk Cars, a business that is a strong supporter of organizations that help our region’s veterans.”

More information about the concert can be found below! ⬇️

April 22, 2025 By Atlantic Symphony Orchestra Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (A*O) presents a very special concert honoring South Shore’s veterans. “The concert is generously sponsored by Quirk Cars, a business that is a strong supporter of organizations that help our region’s veterans.” The or...

04/22/2025

OPINION: "Please support Article 15 to meet a long awaited milestone and advance the next phase of design. Vote YES to ensure an onward and informed path to Town Meeting 2026, at which time there will be a subsequent vote to approve the design and bonding for a Center for Active Living (CAL) at Bare Cove Park Drive." - Beth Rouleau, Council on Aging – Former Chair
https://www.hinghamanchor.com/opinion-please-support-article-15-at-town-meeting-an-essential-milestone-on-the-informed-path-to-an-essential-destination-a-modernized-center-for-active-living-cal-at-bare-cove-park-drive/

04/21/2025

🚗 Jacks Drive 55 Foundation (JD55) is hosting a free Cars & Coffee show on Sunday, April 27th from 9:00 AM to Noon, hosted by Hardkore Athletic Performance Center, located at 22 Reservoir Park Drive, in Rockland.

The Show will feature a variety of sports cars and antiques supported by local collectors as well as Mclaren Boston and Porsche Norwell. All the proceeds from the event will benefit The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.

April 21, 2025 By Jacks Drive 55 Foundation Jacks Drive 55 Foundation (JD55) is hosting a free Cars & Coffee show on Sunday, April 27th from 9:00 AM to Noon, hosted by Hardkore Athletic Performance Center, located at 22 Reservoir Park Drive, in Rockland. The Show will feature a variety of sports car...

04/21/2025

🏃‍♀️💨 Good luck to all our amazing community members and neighbors running the Boston Marathon today! 💙💛

Drop a 🎉 or 🙌 in the comments to tag and cheer them on — we’re rooting for you all the way to the finish line! 🏁👟

Tag your runners and spread the love! 👇

04/21/2025

With April being National Volunteer Appreciation Month as the backdrop, Hingham’s Center for Active Living (HCAL) held its Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on April 10 th at the South Shore Country Club to celebrate and honor 86 dedicated volunteers.

Center Director Jennifer Young asked the assembled to “please raise your hand to be recognized if you are a Receptionist, Program Leader or Instructor, Driver, Concierge or Kitchen Help, Gardener, Special Event Helpers, Movies, Flyers and Communication, SHINE Counselors, Professional Consultation Services, COA, Building Committee, Marketing Committee, Brand Ambassador, FOCAL Friends.” She told them “We are here today because our gratitude and appreciation never seem enough for everything you do.”

April 21, 2025 By The Town of Hingham With April being National Volunteer Appreciation Month as the backdrop, Hingham’s Center for Active Living (HCAL) held its Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on April 10 th at the South Shore Country Club to celebrate and honor 86 dedicated volunteers. The...

04/21/2025

There’s one race — for planning board — for the May 3 town election between Crystal Kelly and Thomas Patch. Incumbent Rita DaSilva is not running for another term.

Voters have three options — absentee under certain circumstances, vote by mail, and in-person on May 3.

Incumbents Alyson Baron Anderson and Matthew J. Cosman and John Mooney are running for the three available school committee seats. Incumbent Nes Correnti is not running for reelection.

Current select board chair Joseph Fisher is the sole candidate for sewer commission. Incumbent Kirk Shilts isn’t running for reelection.

April 21, 2025 By Carol Britton Meyer There’s one race — for planning board — for the May 3 town election between Crystal Kelly and Thomas Patch. Incumbent Rita DaSilva is not running for another term. Voters have three options — absentee under certain circumstances, vote by mail, and in-per...

04/18/2025

OPINION: "Hingham is rich in history! As we approach Town Meeting and a vote on the location of the new $35 million dollar senior center, I wanted to re-visit some of Hingham’s environmental history to protect Bare Cove Park.

As many of you know, the US government conveyed a parcel of land along the Back River to Hingham in 1972 as part of its Land to Parks program. Recognizing the environmental significance of this land, Hingham and Weymouth residents formed the Back River Committee in 1978 to further understand and protect this watershed and its surrounding ecosystem. " -Anita Bapooji Ryan

April 18, 2025 By Anita Bapooji Ryan Hingham is rich in history! As we approach Town Meeting and a vote on the location of the new $35 million dollar senior center, I wanted to re-visit some of Hingham’s environmental history to protect Bare Cove Park. As many of you know, the US government convey...

04/18/2025

💃🕺 Boots were scootin’ and spirits were high at the Hingham Education Foundation’s annual Spring Social on April 12th! Nearly 200 friends gathered at The The Red Lion Inn’s Barn for a night full of laughter, community vibes, and some seriously impressive line dancing led by Liz Ewing! 🤠👏

From reconnecting with neighbors to snagging silent auction gems, the night was all about celebrating and supporting education in style. 🎉📚 Funds raised will go directly toward expanding the “Thinking Classrooms” initiative at Hingham High and Middle Schools — turning great ideas into even greater classrooms.

Click below for more details and a slideshow of photos taken by Laney Morse!

April 18, 2025 By The Hingham Education Foundation, Photos by Laney Morse The Hingham Education Foundation’s annual Spring Social was held on April 12th, bringing together nearly 200 enthusiastic supporters for a memorable evening at The Red Lion Inn’s Barn. The cozy atmosphere was filled with l...

04/18/2025

April 26 Event Highlights Rebates for Electric Lawn Equipment Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) will be on-site at Hingham Lumber’s final “Scott’s Saturday” of the season on Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., sharing information about rebates available for electric lawn equipment.

April 18, 2025 By Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant April 26 Event Highlights Rebates for Electric Lawn Equipment Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) will be on-site at Hingham Lumber’s final “Scott’s Saturday” of the season on Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., sharing inf...