Archive - South Shore News

Weymouth Mayor Hedlund to Step Down After Nearly a Decade

Resignation effective July 15, 2025; Council President Molisse to serve as acting Mayor until November election

6 hrs ago •

Norwell Officials Grapple With Budget Challenges Following Failed Override

Select Board holds first meeting in new town hall, discusses financial strategies and appoints planning board members

16 hrs ago •

Plymouth Select Board Takes Government on the Road with First Cedarville Meeting

Board hears concerns about traffic safety, sand mining and Atlantic Country Club purchase while promising more community outreach

17 hrs ago •

North Scituate Sewer Expansion Project Selects Optimal Route

Town approves $483,300 change order for water treatment plant upgrade as both major infrastructure projects progress

Jun 16 •

Halifax Seeks Interim Town Administrator, Forms Override Study Committee

Board moves to fill leadership gap as current administrator prepares to depart; new committee will examine town finances and potential tax override

Jun 16 •

Hanson Faces $262,669 School Budget Shortfall, Special Town Meeting Called

Select Board schedules June 25 meeting to consider additional funds from free cash to avoid district entering 1/12th budget

Jun 16 •

Stretch Energy Code Debate Heats Up in Marshfield

Building Commissioner defends code benefits while Select Board raises concerns about amendments and future implications

Jun 15 •

Rockland School PACs Raise Over $90,000 for Student Enrichment

Parent groups fund field trips, community outreach, and classroom support while high school graduates receive $178,000 in local scholarships

Jun 15 •

Whitman's FY26 Budget

The deficit, the override, and the outcome

Jun 14 •

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Duxbury Selectboard Recommends MBTA Communities Overlay District

Town also faces $1 million budget deficit for upcoming fiscal year

Jun 14 •

Hull School Committee Approves Jacobs School Handbook Changes, Including New Hat Policy

Student Council's Proposal Convinces Committee to Allow Hats for Middle Schoolers

Jun 14 •

Budget Cuts Spark Debate at Whitman Special Town Meeting

Residents clash over public safety, building inspector positions after failed override vote

Jun 13 •

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