Archive - South Shore News

Duxbury Approves $4.8 Million Budget Increase Contingent on Override

Voters face March 22 ballot question after town meeting approves contingency budget to fund additional staffing and services

6 hrs ago •

Pembroke Select Board Votes to Advance Retail Marijuana Proposal to Town Meeting

Board supports zoning changes that would allow sales and impose 3% local tax in industrial area

7 hrs ago •

Hull Select Board Reviews Town Warrant with Potential Changes to Fees, Procedures

Draft warrant includes sewer fee increases, town meeting time limits, and debate over light plant management

8 hrs ago •

Hanson Fire Department Offers Free Cardiac Screenings for Local Youth

Initiative aims to detect potential heart conditions early through non-invasive screenings at two local high schools in March

Mar 12 •

Norwell Select Board Unanimously Approves $3.7 Million Override Request

Tax impact would be $856 annually for average home valued at $1.02 million

Mar 12 •

Plymouth Unveils Comprehensive Traffic Study for Downtown and North Plymouth

Study identifies over 60 projects to improve safety and mobility; Select Board also approves outdoor dining fees for 2025 season

Mar 12 •

Cohasset Advances New Public Safety Building Project

Officials detail plans for facility at King Street to house police department and fire substation

Mar 11 •

Pembroke Hears Detailed Report on Hobomock Elementary Air Quality Concerns

Superintendent outlines extensive testing and remediation efforts dating back to 2016

Mar 11 •

Scituate Balances Budget Without Override While Neighboring Communities Face Deficits

Planning Board Recommends Prohibiting Short-Term Rentals in Accessory Dwelling Units

Mar 11 •

Hanover Select Board Votes Against Expanding Library Trustees

Board decides to study issue further after hearing from current trustees about their operations

Mar 10 •

Banner Pub's Liquor License Suspended Over Safety Violations

Select Board cites fire hazards and code violations; residents report unsafe living conditions

Mar 10 •

Kingston School Committee Approves FY26 Budget Without Override

Emergency shelter funds and anticipated reimbursements help close $1.4 million gap

Mar 10 •

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