South Shore Times

08/15/2025

When the South Shore Sports Center was lost to a devastating fire, South Shore Select Soccer Club didn’t stop—they reorganized, kept kids playing, and inspired the community to rally around them. Tim Cahill, President of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce, shares how grit and community are the true essentials for small business survival. Read more: https://southshoretimes.com/business-and-finance/grit-and-community-the-two-essentials-for-every-small-business

08/14/2025

Marshfield is considering new rules for renting public spaces like Harbor Park, the Town Green, and Rec facilities. The plan would set consistent policies, fees, and an online application system to address long-standing inconsistencies. Full story here:

Marshfield’s discusses plan to standardize rental rules, fees, and policies for town parks and other public spaces.

08/11/2025

Honoring John Hughan’s legacy through music, sports, and service. Learn how this South Shore foundation is making a difference for local youth: https://southshoretimes.com/towns/norwell/john-w-hughan-foundation-honors-local-teens-legacy

08/10/2025

Should Marshfield put rocks back on Sunrise Beach? A local resident is making the case that a decades-old beach modification is behind the serious erosion now threatening the seawall. Read what he said—and what the town says comes next.

Marshfield residents urge officials to restore Sunrise Beach using rocks citing worsening erosion and loss of beach.

08/07/2025

After eight months of recovery and resilience, Face + Body Studio in Marshfield has reopened! See how the community helped bring this beloved spa back to life. Read the full story here: https://southshoretimes.com/business-and-finance/marshfield-business/face-body-studio-reopens-eight-months-after-devastating-fire

08/06/2025

From squeals on the Spin Coaster to belly drops on the new Drop Tower, our junior reporters (and youngest thrill-seekers!) took on Starland’s latest attractions and gave us the inside scoop. Full story here: https://southshoretimes.com/lifestyle/pov-junior-reporters-review-starlands-new-rides

08/05/2025

Scituate Heritage Days 2025 brought the community together for a weekend of music, history, food, and family fun! Relive the highlights from Scituate Harbor to the Lawson Tower bell concert. Read the full story here: https://southshoretimes.com/towns/scituate/scituate-heritage-days-delivers-community-culture-coastal-charm

08/02/2025

Despite an $80K funding freeze, Marshfield educators are moving forward with big improvements in reading, math, and science this fall. Find out how the district is adapting and what changes are coming to classrooms: http://southshoretimes.com/towns/marshfield/marshfield-schools-advance-curriculum-despite-funding-freeze

08/01/2025

"Professional photography is not the reward at the end of the road. It’s the vehicle that helps you get there faster with more confidence, credibility, and clarity."

Are you waiting until you feel “legit” to book a brand photoshoot? Lucie Wicker shares why now is the right time to invest in visuals that build trust, show your value, and connect with future clients. Full article here: https://southshoretimes.com/lifestyle/the-camera-isnt-the-finish-lineits-the-launchpad

08/01/2025

A fire ripped through the restaurant at 291 Ocean Street in Marshfield—once the home of Haddad’s Ocean Café. Mutual aid came from four neighboring towns. The cause is still unknown. This is a developing story.

A fire broke out early August 1 at 291 Ocean Street, Marshfield—formerly Haddad’s. Mutual aid crews responded.

07/31/2025

Looking for something to do this weekend? Hosting a sports team tryout? Running a school event? Planning a fundraiser, concert, or community meeting?

The South Shore Times Community Calendar is your go-to hub for what’s happening across the South Shore — from Norwell to Marshfield and everywhere in between.

It’s free, easy, and open to everyone. Whether you’re promoting an event or just looking for something local to do, the calendar keeps our community connected.

📅 View events or post your own at https://southshoretimes.com/events

07/31/2025

What’s happening with Cohasset's new public safety complex?

Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley offers a look at one of the most discussed capital projects on the South Shore.

Originally approved in 2023 as a $10.4M purchase, the proposed public safety complex at 135 King Street has evolved based on engineering studies, code requirements, and emergency readiness standards. The revised $27.4M project would consolidate police, fire, emergency operations, and technology infrastructure in one strategically located, mission-ready facility.

Chief Quigley walks through what’s changed, why it matters, and how this investment will save lives, especially in parts of town where response times are currently delayed.

Read the full piece here: https://southshoretimes.com/opinion/understanding-the-2023-104m-appropriation-for-135-king-street

In 2023, the Cohasset Special Town Meeting approved $10.4 million to purchase 135 King Street—a commercial office building that represented a rare and time-sens