Dr. Kirk Shilts is a Candidate for the Office of Hingham Selectman

I am running for the open position on the Hingham select board to help steward the shared aspirations my fellow residents have for our town. I was born in Hingham and aside from college, spent my entire life on the South Shore.  I’m married with two interesting children.  Whoopie pies is my favorite food. I’m …

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Clandestine Kitchen donates to Hingham Food Pantry during COVID-19

March 17, 2020 Clandestine Kitchen, LLC (CK), offering local home and corporate meal delivery, announced yesterday that, though meal delivery services are permitted in Massachusetts at this time, they are suspending operations until further communication in the best interest of staff, clients and the community. Immediately following this announcement, CK contacted the local Hingham Food …

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A Message from Tom Mayo, Town Administrator, Regarding Town Operations

March 17, 2020 Dear Hingham residents and businesses, I wanted to take this opportunity to update you on Town of Hingham municipal operations during this evolving public health emergency. As you know, as of the close of business on March 13, 2020, the Town suspended all non-essential municipal services and shifted staff to remote work …

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Michelle Ayer Announces Run for Re-Election on School Committee

Submitted by Michelle Ayer Hello, Hingham Anchor readers. In challenging and uncertain times, we rely on experienced and thoughtful leadership, which is why I have decided to seek re-election to the Hingham School Committee. Serving the community and our schools has been a privilege and I would be honored to continue my service to the …

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Emergency School Committee Meeting Update 3/15

March 15, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer​ The Hingham School Committee met this morning and voted unanimously to pay all hourly/non-salaried employees for the duration of the current unprecedented shutdown of the Hingham Public Schools due to the coronavirus threat.  All salaried employees will also be paid. ​ “We recognize that all of us, and …

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Coronavirus update: Hingham deputy police chief offers information and advice

March 14, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer Deputy Police Chief David Jones has some simple advice for Hingham citizens during the current coronavirus challenge: “Don’t panic. Use common sense, have good hygiene, remain at a safe distance in your interactions with the public, and limit contact with elderly family members, friends, and neighbors — the …

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