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Officials from The Town of Hingham will host an Economic Development Open House to look at the future of the Hingham Square, Shipyard/Route 3A, and South Hingham commercial centers. Town officials from Rockland will be joining as well to discuss South Hingham & Rockland, along the Routes 3 & 228 Corridors. “Please join us to share your priorities – and questions,” said Arthur Robert, Assistant Town Administrator and project lead.  “With your help, we can ensure the town’s emerging economic development strategy attracts new revenue and protects Hingham’s unique character.” Drop in any time during this open house. Officials from both towns want to hear your thoughts on the current business climate and ideas on future plans for the three commercial districts. WHEN:    Monday, October 28, 20247:00 PM – 8:30 PM WHERE:    South Elementary School831 Main Street, Hingham To learn more about this project, visit Hingham’s  Economic Development Strategic Plan web page .

Please see the message below from the MassGOP Please be aware of a phishing scam currently targeting MRSC and RTC members. The fraudulent email claims to be from National Committeeman Brad Wyatt, stating there is an urgent matter requiring your attention. The scammer will then attempt to convince you to purchase Steam Wallet gift cards for party members. Please note: we will never ask anyone to buy gift cards. If you receive an email like this, do not click any links and report it immediately. Additionally, verify the sender's email address. Long emails with a bunch of numbers in it is usually a sign of something phishy.

Hingham is launching its first annual Local Government Academy for Town residents who are interested in a hands-on learning experience about their government and its operations. This new program that the Town plans to offer annually, will walk 20 residents over an eight-week period beginning on October 1st through all aspects of the Town’s operations, including administration, public safety, culture and recreation, permitting, public works, education and governance. Selection for the Academy is by application and is open to Town residents 18 years of age and up who are willing to commit to the full eight-week course. Academy sessions will be led by Town department heads and staff, held on Tuesdays from  October 1st through November 19th (except for Election Day, November 5th -- that class will be held on Thursday, November 7th) from 6pm – 8:30pm. The location of each session will vary depending on the topic for that week.  There is no cost to apply and enroll, and forms must be submitted by Tuesday, September 17th. Class size will be limited to 20 residents.  “The enthusiasm and tremendous success we’ve had with the Citizen's Police Academy over the years made us look for more opportunities to offer Hingham residents the chance to learn more about their town government and interact with the people in it. The Local Government Academy is a natural next step,” said Town Administrator Tom Mayo.   To learn more about the Academy’s eight-week course schedule and complete an application, go to www.hingham-ma.gov/LocalGovernmentAcademy

The Town of Hingham recently purchased a new harbor front property located at 30 Summer Street (next to the rotary).  The Town would welcome your input on potential best uses. Please take a couple of minutes to fill out the five question survey accessible from the link below as your input will help inform the Town of Hingham's decision. https://www.hingham-ma.gov/FormCenter/Select-Board-15/30-Summer-Street-Questionnaire-99

Voting Hours 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Voting Locations Precincts 1-4 - Hingham High School, 17 Union Street   Precincts 5-7 - Hingham Middle School, 1103 Main Street  Precinct 7A - Willard Square, Linden Ponds, 201 Linden Ponds Way Early In-Person Voting Hours At Town Hall, 210 Central Street as follows: Saturday      August 24   10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday       August 26    8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday       August 27    8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday August 28    8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday     August 29    8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Voter Registration Deadline : Saturday, August 24, 2024   To register to vote or if you have moved within Hingham or want to change your party registration, this is the last day to do so. For more information on registration, click: Voter Registration Vote by Mail Application Deadline: Monday, August 26, 2024 The town of Hingham recommends submitting earlier to provide enough time for ballots to be mailed out and received back by Tuesday, September 3.  Please sign and choose a party ballot if unenrolled or we cannot fulfill the request. For more information on Vote by Mail, click: Vote by Mail Application Active Military/US Citizens Living Abroad If you are active military or US citizens living abroad, please contact the Town Clerk's office at townclerk@hingham-ma.gov to request information on absentee voting. Sample Ballots - Click links below to view sample ballots Democratic Party Libertarian Party Republican Party Please note that unenrolled voters (also known as independent voters) or those with a political designation must choose a party ballot for the Primary Election. The choice will not change your political designation. For more information, click: Additional Info...

The Norfolk County Republican Committee is pleased to present the U.S. Senate Candidate Forum & Straw Poll Time & Location: August 6, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM VFW Post 2017, 84 Eastern Ave, Dedham, MA 02026, USA Candidates:      Bob Antonellis / Ian Cain / John Deaton  Format:              Hybrid & Zoom Moderator:       Robert Hiss, Milton Town Moderator Attendees:         Registered Republicans & Unenrolled Voters Only Program: Each candidate to present their credentials and answer questions to convince you, the primary votes, why they deserve your vote.  Following the forum segment of the program there will be a straw poll ballot Ticket Prices:     In-Person $30.00 (includes light refreshments & a straw poll ballot) Zoom: $10.00 (includes a straw poll ballot) Attendees will have an opportunity to submit questions.  www.facebook.com/norfolkcountyrepublicans

John Deaton is running a grass roots campaign for US Senate. The HRTC hopes that you will clear your calendars to meet with John on Tuesday, July 16th at 7:00 pm at the South Shore Country Club. John Deaton is a successful trial attorney, U.S Marine veteran, cancer survivor, father to three young daughters, and someone who overcame impossible odds to build a life for his family and become a champion for other underdogs. He's got a great story. He's in it for us. John Deaton for US Senate ( johndeatonforsenate.com ) Please RSVP to hinghamrtc@yahoo.com  if you'd like to bring guests.

The MassGOP is gearing up for an exciting election season. We’re on the right side of the issues, and Massachusetts residents are fed up with the Democratic supermajority’s consistent failures. Our focus is on the state legislature, targeting seats vacated by Democrats (who can blame them for jumping ship?) and those seats the data tells us we can win. By mirroring the RNC’s strategy of concentrating our efforts on high-priority races, we enhance our capacity to target legislative seats and position candidates for success come November. Among the 70 candidates vying for state-level positions, including State Senate, State Representative, Governor’s Council and Register of Deeds, 43 are either challenging incumbent Democrats or contending for vacant seats. We plan at least two write-in campaigns as well in winnable races.  The remaining 27 seats are held by Republicans, and we are fully committed to defending them. On the national stage, three of our candidates, John Deaton, Ian Cain, and Bob Antonellis, are engaging in a primary to unseat Elizabeth Warren, and our candidates are taking on incumbents in MA-08 and MA-09, with a competitive primary in MA-08. Looking ahead, we are already talking with candidates who plan to run for office in 2026. We offer weekly training sessions to all candidates running for office. We offer weekly training sessions to all Republican candidates running for office. If you are a candidate or a member of a campaign and would like to join these sessions, please contact us directly at info@massgop.com for more information. We look forward to building on our momentum as we head towards November and working with Republicans across the Commonwealth to usher in an era of pragmatism for a better tomorrow. To Victory, Amy Carnevale, Massachusetts Republican Chair Ron Kaufman, Massachusetts Republican National Committeeman Janet R. Fogarty, Massachusetts Republican National Committeewoman

Please see Town of Hingham News Announcement Below: Starting July 1, 2024, Town Hall offices will be open to the public during the following times: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesdays 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Building Department only: Monday through Thursday opening at 7:00 AM These new hours will offer Hingham residents increased Town Hall availability during the busiest days of the week by extending work hours in the mornings and afternoons Monday through Thursday. Overall, under this schedule, Town Hall offices will be open 40 hours per week, up from the current schedule of 39 hours. Additional hours early in the morning for the Building Department, starting at 7:00 AM, responds to requests from homeowners and building contractors to be available earlier in the work day. Over the past year, the Town of Hingham revamped its website and launched the MyHingham app to streamline processes, making it easier to communicate with and get Town business done remotely and more efficiently.   Residents and local businesses are increasingly taking advantage of convenient online bill pay and online applications, reducing the need to come to Town Hall. Starting July 1, the following Town Hall offices will NOT be open to the public on Fridays: Accounting Assessing Building Center for Active Living (the Friday program will be moved to South Shore Country Club) Community Planning Conservation Health Historic Preservation Human Resources Land Use and Development Retirement Town Administration Town Clerk Treasurer/Collector Veterans’ Services The following Departments will have NO change to their schedules: Fire Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant Hingham Public Library 911 Emergency Dispatch Police, including Animal Control and Harbormaster Public Works, including the Transfer Station Recreation, including classes and summer camp School Administration Sewer South Shore Country Club Weir River Water System The new schedule responds to resident needs and will also enhance the Town’s ability to attract and retain talented employees in a competitive, post-pandemic market. “We anticipate this schedule change will improve our ability to fill vacant positions with qualified staff.  Having experienced and dedicated employees is at the core of our ability to meet the service expectations of the public,” explained Town Administrator Tom Mayo. The Town Administrator is confident that this new schedule will be a win-win for residents and staff. If residents or local businesses have any questions about these revised hours for Town Hall, please email townadministrator@hingham-ma.gov. We are also pleased to notify residents that the Food Truck Tuesday series at Town Hall continues this summer.  All are welcome to stop by Town Hall for lunch and enjoy the rotating local restauranteurs.  Please visit the Town’s Facebook page to find out which truck is coming each Tuesday.

Citizen engagement and voluntarism are at the core of Hingham’s character.  As with our commitment to Open Town Meeting, ours is a community where citizens assume the responsibilities of self-governance by serving on Town boards and committees. The Town of Hingham website is the perfect place to get information on committee service.  Just click on the Quick Link captioned “Committees,” and you will see the many options open to you. A series of interviews for residents who have an interest in serving on a Town board or committee will be held by the Select Board and the Moderator in the weeks ahead.  You can complete a Talent Bank Form on the Town’s website here.  Please submit your Talent Bank Form to the Select Board Office by Friday, May 31, 2024.  The interview dates will be posted on the Town’s website and published in our local papers (tentatively scheduled for early to mid-June in person at Town Hall). Your readiness to give your time and talent to our town is essential to Hingham’s future.  The work is interesting, essential, and rewarding.  Please step up and get involved.

Town Meeting will continue tonight at 7:00 PM at the Hingham High School with the following remaining warrant articles: ARTICLE 35AMEND ZONING BY-LAW: SOUTH SHORE COUNTRY CLUB ZONING DISTRICT ARTICLE 36AMEND ZONING BY-LAW: ABANDONMENT OR DISCONTINUANCE OF NONCONFORMING CONDITIONS ARTICLE 37AMEND ZONING BY-LAW: SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS IN THE OFFICIAL AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT ARTICLE 38AMEND ZONING BY-LAW: MAXIMUM HEIGHT IN THE HARBOR OVERLAY DISTRICT ARTICLE 39AMEND ZONING BY-LAW: UPDATE TO NURSING HOME USE ARTICLE 40 ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM, so that the meeting can begin promptly at 7:00 PM. Parking is available at two High School lots – the front lot and the far lot down Union Street beyond the ball fields.

Date: April 27, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Location: Precincts 1-4 - Hingham High School, 17 Union Street Precincts 5-7 - Hingham Middle School, 1103 Main Street Precinct 7A - Willard Square, Linden Ponds, 201 Linden Ponds Way Election & Voter Information | Hingham, MA (hingham-ma.gov)