MBTA Cancels Quincy Ferry; Local Route Monitored

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MBTA Cancels Quincy Ferry, Watching Hingham Route Amid Rough Seas

The MBTA canceled its Lynn and Quincy ferry service to Boston on Wednesday as waves of 4 to 8 feet and wind gusts of 20 to 40 mph hit the Massachusetts coast. The agency said it would monitor other routes, including service from Hingham, through the week. A potential early fall nor'easter threatens to worsen conditions and linger through the weekend, and South Shore boaters were already pulling boats off their moorings.

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WRWS Considers Higher Fines for Drought Water-Use Violations

The Weir River Water System board discussed raising fines for Level 2 outdoor water-use violations—up to $750 for a first offense and $1,000 for a second—along with possible shutoffs, but made no final decision on Sept. 23.

Hingham Anchor

Former Hingham Town Engineer Named Cohasset DPW Director

J.R. Frey, who oversaw the Hingham Centre roundabout and Route 3A planning as Hingham's town engineer, was introduced Sept. 23 as Cohasset's new DPW director.

Cohasset Anchor

Library Talk Explores History of Quincy and Hingham Shipyards

Retired Marine Corps Col. JD Williams presents an illustrated history of shipbuilding at Quincy's Fore River and the Bethlehem Hingham Shipyard tonight, Sept. 24, 7-8:45 p.m., in the library's Whiton Room. Registration required.

Hingham Public Library

Music & Movement for Young Children at Hingham Library

Musician Rebecca leads songs and movement for kids ages 4 and under Thursday, Sept. 24, at 10:30 a.m. in the library's Whiton Room. Registration required.

Hingham Public Library

Development & Industrial Commission Reviews Zoning, Growth Plan Today

The commission meets Thursday, Sept. 24, at 8:30 a.m. at Town Hall to review zoning processes, planning-board liaison matters, and updates to the Economic Development Strategic Plan. Remote access available.

Town of Hingham

Advisory Committee Weighs School Roof and HVAC Funding Tonight

The Hingham Advisory Committee meets Thursday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. at Town Hall to discuss Special Town Meeting articles funding Plymouth River and South Elementary roof replacements, plus added funding for Hingham High School roof and HVAC work.

Town of Hingham

Personnel Board Reviews Pay Requests, Bargaining Strategy Tonight

The Hingham Personnel Board meets Thursday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall to act on police educational incentives, lateral-transfer service credits, DPW step increases, and bargaining strategy for several town employee unions.

Town of Hingham

Hingham Volleyball Falls to Silver Lake in Five Sets

Hingham lost 3-2 to Silver Lake Regional on Wednesday, dropping to 5-3 for the season.

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Resurrection Parish Holds Weekly Holy Hour Tonight

Resurrection Parish hosts its weekly Holy Hour Thursday, Sept. 24, from 8 to 9 p.m. at 1057 Main Street.

Collaborative Parishes of Resurrection and St. Paul

Board of Assessors Meets Today on Exemptions and Abatements

The Hingham Board of Assessors meets Thursday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m. at Town Hall, with agenda items including exemption and warrant reviews and an executive session on abatement decisions.

Town of Hingham

Cultural Council Meets Remotely Tonight

Hingham's Cultural Council meets remotely Thursday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m., with a financial update, election of officers, and discussion of a voting-meeting date on the agenda.

Town of Hingham

Weir River Farm Hosts Farm Explorers for Young Children Today

Farm Explorers at Weir River Farm lets children ages 2-5 meet barnyard animals and join age-appropriate activities Thursday, Sept. 24, 10-11 a.m. at 140 Turkey Hill Lane. Pre-registration required.

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