Archive - South Shore News

Abington Voters Back SST School Funding, Charter Amendments

ABINGTON - April 26 - Abington voters have given the green light to a debt exclusion that will fund the town's portion of building the South Shore…

6 hrs ago •

Budget Concerns, Transparency Dominate Marshfield Select Board Forum

Candidates Lynn Fidler and Trish Simpson outline differing approaches to fiscal challenges and resident engagement in lead-up to May 3 election

9 hrs ago •

Kingston Police Department Proposes New Firearms Training Range on Town Property

Public hearing scheduled for May 6 to address potential noise concerns before final approval

10 hrs ago •

Weymouth's FY2026 Budget Increases 4% Amid Rising Fixed Costs

Town faces significant increases in health insurance, trash disposal expenses as officials present $218.8 million spending plan

Apr 26 •

Hanson Proposes $3 Million Tax Override to Avert Service Cuts

Officials say increase would fund increased firefighters, maintain school budget, and prevent reductions in police and public works

Apr 26 •

Hingham Prepares for Town Meeting, Election and America's 250th Birthday Celebration

Select Board announces key dates for upcoming civic events and bids farewell to Chair Joe Fisher at his final meeting

Apr 25 •

Hanover's Critical Crossroads: $3.7M Override or "Visible and Real" Impacts

Town manager says no "third bite at the apple" if measure fails; officials project sustainable budget through 2032 if passed

Apr 25 •

Hull Receives $100,000 Grant for 250th Celebration, Updates on Multiple Projects

Town Manager Constable briefs board on celebration plans, seawall work, and parking changes during regular meeting

Apr 25 •

Rockland Debates Charter Changes: Modernization vs. Tradition

Select Board votes to advance charter revisions to town meeting despite concerns over governance changes

Apr 24 •

School Committee Appoints Williams as New Superintendent, Approves Budget Cuts

Unanimous vote follows praise from teachers' union; revised budget reduces initial proposal by $617,000

Apr 24 •

Whitman Faces $2 Million Budget Deficit, Considers Override

Officials warn of potential cuts to public safety and education if measure fails; average homeowner could see $375 annual tax increase

Apr 24 •

Marshfield School Committee Approves $60.3 Million Budget for FY26

Budget represents 4.5% increase, includes funding for technology and Chromebooks

Apr 23 •

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