News Flash

Hingham’s West Nile Virus Risk Level is now Moderate

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has determined Hingham’s Risk Level for West Nile Virus (WNV) is Moderate.  According to the DPH, this risk level means infection with WNV is likely or has already occurred.

Prevent WNV infection...

DPW will be conducting a Storm Drain Investigation Program

Beginning on Monday, September 25, 2023, the Hingham Department of Public Works is conducting a storm drain investigation program to update mapping.  See street list below. This work will support the Town’s ongoing Illicit Discharge Detection and...

Commission on Disabilities to Host Public Hearing on Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation

The Town of Hingham is pleased to announce that the Hingham Commission on Disabilities is hosting a public hearing to discuss the town’s draft Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

Under Title II of the ADA, t...

Hingham Celebrates National Senior Center Month

Town Administrator Tom Mayo is pleased to announce that the Town of Hingham will be hosting several events in the coming weeks to celebrate National Senior Center Month.

Celebrated every year in September, National Senior Center Month is a time to spotligh...

West Nile Virus Update

Massachusetts Department of Public Health has notified Hingham Health Department that a mosquito has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Hingham.  To date, there have been no human cases of WNV detected in Hingham this year. Currently, H...

Town of Hingham Taking Steps to Reduce Waste from Plastic Water Bottles

HINGHAM – In keeping with the Master Plan and its environmental goals, the Hingham Select Board, in collaboration with the Cleaner Greener Hingham Committee, enacted a town policy restricting sale and distribution of single use plastic water bottles by to...

Wellness Wednesday - September 2023 Edition

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, when we share low and no cost resources for residents. 

This month's flyer focuses on Suicide Prevention Month, Health Department Flu Shot Clinics, Mom2Mom, a new Hingham support g...

MBTA Fall 2023 Service Changes

A Notice from the MBTA

Service Changes

This fall, we're making changes to bus, subway, and ferry services. Service for The RIDE will remain the same. Commuter Rail service changes will go into effect in October. Details on those changes will be pub...

Compost Bins available at the DPW

The DPW has a limited number of compost bins available for purchase. They are available on a first come first service basis.

When: Starting August 22, 2023 - Monday-Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm and Thursday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Where: 25 Bare Cove Park Drive - D...

Farmers Market Day in Hingham

At their meeting on August 1, 2023, the Select Board voted to proclaim Saturday, August 12, 2023 as Farmers Market Day in the Town of Hingham.

TOWN OF HINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS

PROCLAMATION

Whereas, His Excellency, Governor Charles D. Baker of the Commonwealth ...

Climate Action Planning Committee Unveils Hingham Climate Action Plan

Town Administrator Tom Mayo is pleased to report that the Hingham Climate Action Planning Committee (CAPC) has unveiled a 140-page Climate Action Plan which will guide the town's efforts to become carbon neutral by 2040. 

The CAPC was formed in 20...

Town of Hingham Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Town Administrator Tom Mayo is pleased to share that the Town of Hingham has received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its fiscal year 2022 Annual Compr...

Weir River Water System Recognized in Two Categories by MassDEP's Drinking Water Program

Town Administrator Tom Mayo and Managing Director/Superintendent Russell Tierney are pleased to share that the Weir River Water System (WRWS) has been recognized in two categories by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection's (Mas...

Certificate of Recognition for Janine Suchecki

At the Select Board meeting on June 13, 2023, the Board presented Hingham resident Janine Suchecki with a Certificate of Recognition for her work with women veterans after she was nominated for a prestigious state award.  The Select Board&rsq...

Hingham Breaks Ground at New Public Safety Facility

From left: State Sen. Patrick O'Connor, Dave Dupuy of Colantonio, Inc., Police Chief David Jones, Fire Chief Steve Murphy, Select Board Chair Elizabeth Klein, Select Board Members Joe Fisher and William Ramsey, Town Administrator Tom Mayo, and As...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...