Opinion: Water Wisdom

Photo courtesy of Weir River Watershed Association May 24, 2021 by Weir River Watershed Association “In nature, nothing exists alone.” – Rachel Carson Area nurseries need police details to direct traffic, and no one can get the landscaping companies to call back—it’s spring on the South Shore. Visions of showcase-worthy street views dance in our …

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Loring Hall Theater reopening May 28 with ‘Dream Horse’

Courtesy photo May 21, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer The popcorn popper and soda machine are ready to go, the projectors have been re-booted, the American flag is out, the posters are up, and the message on the theater marquee has been updated — all in preparation for the long-anticipated reopening of the Loring Hall …

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Breaking news: July 4th Road Race is happening this year!

Laura’s favorite holiday is July 4th. She never misses the Hingham Road Race; Courtesy Photo May 21, 2021 by Carol Britton Meyer The Fourth of July Road Race is on! What better way to start off the July 4th holiday celebration than to run in the Hingham Rec “Feel the Freedom” Road Race this year? …

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Boys Lax Overcomes Halftime Deficit to Win on Sr. Night

Sixteen seniors were celebrated before the game on Thursday night. May 21, 2021 – Story and photos by Joshua Ross Thursday night was a night of firsts.  First time a large amount of student fans have been cheering at a High School game since last February’s baseball and hockey playoffs.  It was also the first …

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Beach House Hingham Is Back

May 19, 2021 by Gabrielle Martin Beach House Hingham is back! The harbor-side snack shack, located at 95 Otis Street, opened for the ’21 summer season on April 28. The bistro, which overlooks the scenic and serene town Bathing Beach, serves a selection of beach fare, casual comfort foods, and sweet treats, including hand-scooped ice …

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Maddie’s Promise: Real Progress

Photo courtesy of Maddie’s Promise May 20, 2021 by Ally Donnelly Maddie McCoy lost her battle to a rare childhood cancer called rhabdomyosarcoma in 2019. She was just 11-years-old. While she was still alive, her family and friends launched Maddie’s Promise. It was a sweet push to help Maddie raise money for other kids in …

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Govind Singh Vakil Obituary

Govind Singh Vakil  May 17, 2021 Govind Singh Vakil of Hingham, born Feb. 9, 1940, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly while gardening on May 17, 2021. Govind grew up in the ancient town of Chamba, India, in the foothills of the Himalayas. He was one of five children born to Gian Chan Vakil MD and …

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