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Development and Industrial Commission schedules Route 3A work.

Development and Industrial Commission reviews Route 3A construction timeline. Town Engineer JR Frey reported that MassDOT has completed 100 percent design plans, now in a 45-day review period, with construction expected to begin summer 2026 and conclude in late 2028. The project encompasses 24 to

Hingham School Committee Votes to Start School Year September 1

Hingham School Committee unanimously approves a September 1 start to the 2026-27 school year, departing from the district's tradition of opening after Labor Day.

Zoning Board grants two Special Permits: garage addition and waterfront dock.

Zoning Board grants two Special Permits at remote hearing. Acting Chair Paul Healey, with Regular Members Jed Ruccio and Lauren Galvin present, unanimously approved John Alessi's application to construct a three-bay garage and accessory dwelling unit addition at 25 Free Street, finding the proposal

Water board unanimously backs proposed rate increases for Weir River system.

Weir River Water System rate increases win unanimous backing. The Citizens Advisory Board recommended the proposed rate schedule unanimously, with Chair Dave Anderson citing rising operating costs and critical capital needs including a new Hull storage tank, booster station, and Turkey Hill tank

Water board proposes rate increase and capital assessment

Water board presents proposed July 2026 rate increases to cover rising costs and infrastructure projects. The Board of Water Commissioners, joined by the Advisory Committee and the Weir River Water System Citizen Advisory Board, presented a proposed 3 percent rate increase and a new $65 annual