Town Officials Investigate Dog's Death at July Fourth Parade

Hingham town officials are investigating the death of a dog during the town's Fourth of July parade, an incident that drew regional media attention this week.

TOWN HALL

The town's investigation into the dog's death at the Fourth of July parade appears to be the most significant matter drawing outside attention to Hingham officials this week, though details of the town's own statement were not available beyond what commercial outlets reported. Residents should watch for a fuller town statement as the review continues.

ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS

"Hingham officials investigate dog's death at Fourth of July parade" — Town officials in Hingham released a statement addressing a dog's death that occurred during the town's Fourth of July parade, according to WCVB. The circumstances of the incident and the town's response are still emerging (read it at https://www.wcvb.com/article/hingham-dog-death-fourth-of-july-parade/72186055).

"A Convincing New Scam Is Targeting South Shore Zoning and Planning Applicants. Here's ..." — A scammer has been impersonating town planning officials by using an email address designed to mimic Hingham's official domain, according to Hingham police as reported by South Shore News. Residents and applicants dealing with zoning or planning matters are urged to verify any suspicious email requests directly with town hall (read it at https://www.southshore.news/p/a-convincing-new-scam-is-targeting).