Update on MBTA Proposed Service Reductions on Tuesday Evening

Senator Patrick O’Connor, Representative Joan Meschino, Representative James Murphy, and South Shore Chamber of Commerce President Peter Forman will join the Hingham Board of Selectmen on Tuesday, October 27th at 7pm to share an update regarding the MBTA ...

Invitation to Bid: Bulow Road Water Main Replacement

Sealed Bids for Bulow Road Water Main Replacement, Contract CIP-001ENG-FY20, Weir River Water System, Hingham, MA will be received until 11:00 AM prevailing time on Thursday, November 5, 2020.

October 22, 2020 COVID-19 Update

As of this afternoon, Hingham has entered our second week in the state’s “red” COVID-19 category.  DPH is reporting 395 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Hingham, with an average daily case rate over the last 14 days of 11...

October 22, 2020 COVID-19 Update

As of this afternoon, Hingham has entered our second week in the state’s “red” COVID-19 category.  DPH is reporting 395 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Hingham, with an average daily case rate over the last 14 days of 11.7 (compared to a rate of 7.5 ...

State COVID-19 Order Regarding Indoor Hockey and Ice Skating

On October 22, 2020, the MA Department of Public Health issued an Order suspending games, practices, and any other on-ice hockey or skating activities at indoor ice rinks and indoor ice skating and hockey facilities effective as of 5:00pm on October 23, 2...

Video: Special Town Meeting - Acquisition of 335 Lincoln Street

The Board of Selectmen have called a Special Town Meeting for Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 12pm to consider the purchase of 335 Lincoln Street for possible use as the site of a future public safety facility.  The video that follows explains why...

October 20, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo and Assistant Town Administrator Michelle Monsegur provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen Meeting on October 20, 2020

• As of today, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting 142,295 confirme...

October 15, 2020 COVID-19 Update

As of yesterday, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) was reporting 371 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Hingham.  The state is now listing Hingham in the “red” category with an average daily case rate over the last 14 days of 9.9 per 100,000 popu...

October 13, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo and Assistant Town Administrator Michelle Monsegur provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen Meeting on October 13, 2020.

• As of today, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting 137,565 confirm...

Notice of Special Town Meeting

NOTICE

October 13, 2020

At their meeting on October 13, 2020, the Hingham Board of Selectmen called a Special Town Meeting to be held on November 21, 2020 at 12 PM at the Hingham High School with a rain date of Sunday, November 22, 2020, at 12 PM at Hingham...

COVID-19 Halloween Guidance

To the extent that individuals and families feel it is safe to participate in Halloween activities this year, please follow the state and federal COVID-19 guidance.  DPH offers the following recommendations for a safe and healthy Halloween:

• Wear a...

Election & Voting Information

Visit the Town Clerk's Election and Voter Information for full details on the following:

• Voter Registration
• Vote by Mail
• Early Voting
• Election Day

and more...

September 29, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen meeting on September 29, 2020:

• As of today, DPH is reporting 129,243 confirmed cases in Massachusetts, of which 9,726 are in Plymouth County. 
• As of last ...

Weir River Water System Remain in a Level II Mandatory Total Ban

PUBLIC NOTICESEPTEMBER 28, 2020

WEIR RIVER WATER SYSTEM REMAINS IN A LEVEL II MANTATORY TOTAL BAN

Based on an evaluation of continued drought conditions and a need to conserve and maintain water service throughout Hingham, Hull, and North Cohasset.

Levels of...

Hingham Health Department COVID-19 Update and Guidance

Hingham Health Department COVID-19 Update and Guidance

September 24, 2020

As of yesterday, September 23, 2020, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) reported 333 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Hingham, an increase of 12 confirmed cases over the prior week. ...

Hingham Health Department COVID-19 Update and Guidance

Hingham Health Department COVID-19 Update and Guidance

September 24, 2020

As of yesterday, September 23, 2020, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) reported 333 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Hingham, an increase of 12 confirmed cases over the prior week. ...

September 15, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Manager Tom Mayo and Assistant Town Administrator Michelle Monsegur provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen meeting on  September 15, 2020

COVID-19 Cases

• Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time. &nb...

VOTE - Details on Voting in the Upcoming Election

Voter Registration 

Deadline to register for the November State Election is Saturday, October 24, 2020.

• Register Online State of Massachusetts Online Voter Registration
• In-Person registration will be available on Saturday October 24th from 2:00 PM t...

Funky Feet School of Dance

It’s Time! It’s time to get Funky and Dance! Funky Feet School of Dance classes begin September 23rd!! If you want to register for our year long classes please Register for Year Long Classes. If you are looking for more information reg...

Fall Registration

It’s Time to register for Rec Fall Programs: Register for Fall Programs

•Hingham Youth Tennis

•Kid Kickers Soccer

•ASA Hoops Basketball

•Middle School Strength and Conditioning

•Funky Feet School of Dance

&...

September 1, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen Meeting on September 1, 2020.

COVID-19 Cases

Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time. Public health indicators in Massachusetts continue to hold ste...

Flag Policy Suggestions

The Board of Selectmen is in the process of developing a policy relating to flags on Town property. If you would like to make suggestions, please use the form below. Please submit your suggestions by September 15, 2020.

Flag Policy Suggestion Form

August 25, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Assistant Town Administrator Michelle Monsegur provided the following COVID-19 updates at the Board of Selectmen meeting on August 25, 2020. 

COVID-19 Cases

Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time. Public health indicators in Massach...

Fall 2020 Household Hazardous Waste Day

A fall household hazardous waste collection day will be available for Hingham residents on September 26, 2020. You will have to pre-register with South Shore Recycling Cooperative, and select a time which will then disclose the location. You will need to ...

Roadway Paving - Potential Water Discoloration

Public Notification

Please be advised that the towns of Hull and Hingham will be executing their annual road paving programs over the next month. The work performed may cause a disruption in the distribution system and potential periods of discolored water...

August 13, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo provided the following COVID-19 update at the Board of Selectmen meeting on August 4, 2020. 

COVID-19 Cases

• Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time.
• As of Wednesday, August 12, the Department of Public Heal...

2020 Road Construction Notice

The Town of Hingham is anticipating to repave and/or reconstruct the entire length or sections of the following roads in 2020. The exact scheduling dates for each roadway will be dependent on weather conditions and subject to change.  An addition...

Level II Mandatory Total Water Ban Effective Immediately

Effective Immediately, August 9, 2020, the Weir River Water System will be instituting a Level II Mandatory Total Water Ban. These restrictions are based on an evaluation of current drought conditions and a need to conserve and maintain water supply and s...

Weir River Water System: Level II Mandatory Total Water Ban

Effective Immediately, August 9, 2020, the Weir River Water System will be instituting a Level II Mandatory Total Water Ban. These restrictions are based on an evaluation of current drought conditions and a need to conserve and maintain water supply and s...

Notice Regarding Temporary Discoloration

Dear Valued Customer, 

Due to current water restrictions and a higher demand in water supply throughout the recent heatwave, you may be experiencing temporary discoloration. If you are experiencing any discoloration, please note it should not last...

State Announces New Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19

Today, Governor Baker announced a new set of initiatives aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, especially in higher risk communities that have seen a recent uptick in cases. While Massachusetts has seen a decrease in COVID-19 cases an...

State Announces New Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19

State Announces New Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19

Today, Governor Baker announced a new set of initiatives aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, especially in higher risk communities that have seen a recent uptick in cases. Wh...

August 4, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo provided the following COVID-19 update at the Board of Selectmen meeting on August 4, 2020.

COVID-19 Cases

• Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time.  
• As of today, DPH is reporting 119,203 probable and confi...

It's Official! Hingham Owns Weir River Water System

It’s official!  For the first time since 1879, after several years of study and deliberation, a historic Town Meeting vote, and 15 months of transition prep and planning, the Town of Hingham officially owns the water system serving Hing...

It's Official! Hingham Owns Weir River Water System

It’s official!  For the first time since 1879, after several years of study and deliberation, a historic Town Meeting vote, and 15 months of transition prep and planning, the Town of Hingham officially owns the water system serving Hing...

State Guidance for Graduations and Large Gatherings

Please take a moment to read the state’s message about COVID-19 guidance for graduations and large gatherings.  Both DPH and the Hingham Health Department are receiving troubling reports of large gatherings, including high school gradua...

State Guidance for Graduations and Large Gatherings

Please take a moment to read the state’s message about COVID-19 guidance for graduations and large gatherings.  Both DPH and the Hingham Health Department are receiving troubling reports of large gatherings, including high school gradua...

Board of Selectmen Statement

Please see the Message from the Board of Selectmen regarding the display of the Thin Blue Line flag on Town property.

July 28, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo provided the following COVID-19 update at the Board of Selectmen meeting on July 28, 2020. 

COVID-19 Cases

• Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time.  
• As of today, DPH is reporting 116,182 probable ...

July 21, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo gave the following COVID-19 update at the Board of Selectmen meeting on July 21, 2020.

• Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 at this time.
• As of today, DPH is reporting 114,033 probable and confirmed cases in Massachusetts, o...

July 14th COVID-19 Update

• MA Reopening: Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 - Step 1 for now.
• As of today, DPH is reporting 112,130 probable and confirmed cases in Massachusetts, of which 8,830 are in Plymouth County.
• As of last Wednesday, DPH was reporting 281 COVID-19 cases in Hingha...

COVID-19 Beach Guidance

With the warm summer weather, many residents are flocking to local beaches, including our own Bathing Beach.  In Phase III - Step I of the Governor’s reopening plan, passive recreation at beaches is allowed under the following guideline...

COVID-19 Beach Guidance

With the warm summer weather, many residents are flocking to local beaches, including our own Bathing Beach.  In Phase III - Step I of the Governor’s reopening plan, passive recreation at beaches is allowed under the following guideline...

Town Office Reopening Update

We have continued to work hard behind the scenes (so many Zoom calls…) over the last few months to provide municipal services remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. While Town Hall remains open to employees only at this time, we are working tow...

July 7, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo and Assistant Town Administrator Michelle Monsegur provided the following COVID-19 and Town services updated as the Board of Selectmen meeting on July 7, 2020.

COVID-19 Update

• Effective yesterday, July 6th, Massachusetts moved to...

June 30, 2020 COVID-19 Update

Town Administrator Tom Mayo gave the following COVID-19 update at the Board of Selectmen meeting on June 30, 2020.

COVID-19 Update

• In a letter to Massachusetts municipal officials today, DPH stated that we have been successful in ensuring COVID-19 cases con...

Road Work Notice: National Grid Night Work on Route 228 Begins Tonight

National Grid will be replacing the natural gas main on portions of Route 228 along East Street, Leavitt Street and Rockwood Road.  This will be night work with road closures and is scheduled to begin Monday March 9th, 2020.

View Map of Road Const...

National Grid: Natural Gas Night Work in Hingham

February 19, 2020

Re: Natural Gas Work in Hingham.   ( work order # 1217064 )

Dear City Officials, 

National Grid is committed to safely and reliably delivering energy to our community. That’s why we are replacing the natural gas ...