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Board of Assessors: Cyclical Property Inspections Ongoing

In accordance with Department of Revenue guidelines, the Assessors are required to inspect all properties at least once every ten years. 

The Hingham Board of Assessors' office have contracted VISION Government Solutions to conduct the ne...

50 Flags Campaign Begins

Hingham's 50 Flags Campaign is on again this year for the 12th consecutive year. Our inventory is 20,000 flags, and we'd love to see them all flying in Hingham for the 2 weeks around the 4th!

Dana-Farber's Sun Safety/Skin Cancer Prevention Van

Dana-Farber's Sun Safety/Skin Cancer Prevention Program works to reduce the incidence of skin cancer in Massachusetts through free education and free skin cancer screenings for the public. The Dana Farber Van will be coming to the Scituate Senior...

Town of Hingham Invites Community Members to Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

HINGHAM -- Town Administrator Tom Mayo, The Town of Hingham’s Department of Veterans’ Services and the Hingham Veterans’ Council wish to invite members of the community to the annual Memorial Day observance.

WHEN:

Monday, May 2...

Calling All Citizens – Hingham Needs You

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. &...

Hingham Police Department SRO Recognized as School Resource Officer of the Year

Chief David Jones is pleased to announce that Hingham Police Department's Officer Robert Ramsey has been recognized by the Massachusetts Juvenile Police Officers Association (MJPOA) as School Resource Officer of the Year.  

Officer Ramsey...

HMLP’s 2023 Residential Customer Satisfaction Survey

The Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) requests your participation in the 2023 Residential Customer Satisfaction Survey. The survey will be available digitally through May 29th. HMLP is releasing this survey with GreatBlue Research to gather critical...

Wellness Wednesday - May 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham.  The Health Department is pleased to share this month's collection of helpful resources for residents.

Download the May 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) for full detail...

Wellness Wednesday - May 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham.  The Health Department is pleased to share this month's collection of helpful resources for residents.

Download the May 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) for full detail...

Statement of the Town of Hingham

An incident occurred in Stoneham on December 26, 2022, involving one of our personnel, Officer Joel Salituri. The Hingham Police Department (“HPD”) has been informed of allegations that include brandishing a firearm during a verbal altercation and use of ...

Residents Invited to Provide Feedback as Town Evaluates Accessibility Needs

Community members are invited to provide their feedback on the Town of Hingham's draft plan for improving accessibility for those with disabilities.

Hingham's draft Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan outlines a wide r...

Hingham Police Department Reminds Residents of Exceptional Needs Registry

Chief David Jones and the Hingham Police Department would like to remind residents of the department's Exceptional Needs Registry, which ensures residents with cognitive or physical impairments have their needs met in the event of a public safety...

Parade Button 2023 - Winner Announced

We were excited to see more than 100 button designs submitted this year.  The 2023 design winner is William Donovan from Plymouth River School.  William captured this year’s theme by depicting four friends overlooking Hingham H...

Wellness Wednesday - April 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of April. 

Download the April 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) f...

Wellness Wednesday - April 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of April. 

Download the April 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) f...

Support Group Resources

The Hingham Health Department offers a listing of support group resources

Hope Floats: This group is for anyone who is experiencing the loss of a loved one to suicide. This is a peer-led support group. Registration is required. Contact Denise Brack or Liz ...

Author and Historian Jon Meacham's Lecture to be Aired by Local Media Station

HINGHAM -- Town Administrator Tom Mayo and The Hingham Historical Commission are pleased to announce the 2022 Virginia Tay Memorial Lecture Series event, which featured presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham, will be aired on...

MBTA Spring 2023 Schedules Take Effect This Month

The MBTA issued its Spring 2023 Service Schedules, which take effect at varying times this month. The MBTA typically adjusts service schedules quarterly to reflect the levels of service being delivered.

For a full listing of all upcoming service changes, p...

Wellness Wednesday - March 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of March. 

Download the March 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) for full d...

Wellness Wednesday - March 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of March. 

Download the March 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (PDF) for full d...

Revision to Regulations Governing Residential Swimming Pools

Effective February 16, 2023 the Board of Health unanimously voted to change the definition of a Swimming Pool in the Regulations Governing Residential Swimming Pools.  The board voted to add or depth of two feet or more. The new definition will b...

Fire Department Awarded Federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant

Chief Steve Murphy is pleased to announce that the Hingham Fire Department has been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The approximately $115,000 grant will fund the majority of the cost of ...

Wellness Wednesday - February 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of February. 

Download the January 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (P...

Wellness Wednesday - February 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, and we've assembled a collection of free resources to support residents' wellness in the month of February. 

Download the January 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (P...

Town of Hingham Reflects on Highlights and Achievements in 2022

With the new year underway, Town Administrator Tom Mayo and the Town of Hingham are reflecting upon the town's achievements from 2022. 

The town made strides in several key areas in 2022, including toward a more sustainable and climate-friendly fu...

Health Department Welcomes New Contract Social Worker

Town Administrator Tom Mayo is pleased to announce that the Hingham Health Department is welcoming a new social worker to its team. 

Justin Cancel began his new role as a contract social worker on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Cancel will be available to the...

Town of Hingham Launches Online Budget Override Information Hub

Town Administrator Tom Mayo announces that the Town of Hingham has launched a web page for residents to learn more about the Town's anticipated operating budget override request at Annual Town Meeting.

Hingham expects to seek Town Meeting and vote...

Statement from the Town of Hingham

Sunday marked the Lunar New Year- a time that should be a joyous celebration in our community. This is a time when all members of our community should feel safe, secure and welcome. Yet our nation has just experienced 39 mass shootings so far in ...

Hingham Fire Department Encourages Residents To Create An Emergency Plan

The Hingham Fire Department wants to encourage residents to develop an emergency plan for themselves and their families.

Being prepared is the best way to mitigate the impacts of emergencies like natural disasters and other hazards. Families can plan ahead...

Hingham Family Donates to Hingham Fire Department After Loss of Home

The Hingham Fire Department welcomed the Cutter family, whose home was destroyed in a large fire on Mann Street last summer, to the Hingham Fire Headquarters over the weekend. Late last year, the Cutters established the Cut Fire Fund in the wake of their ...

Revised Recycling and Dumpster Requirements For Residents and Businesses

The Board of Health revised the Recycling and Dumpster Requirements for Residents and Businesses within the Town of Hingham on January 4, 2023. The vote was to remove the requirement that all commercial rubbish/recycling haulers submit an itemized report ...

Wellness Wednesday - January 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of every month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham. The Town is pleased to share a variety of mental health and wellness resources and recommendations for the month of January! 

Download the January 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (...

Wellness Wednesday - January 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of every month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham. The Town is pleased to share a variety of mental health and wellness resources and recommendations for the month of January! 

Download the January 2023 Wellness Wednesday Flyer (...