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Federal commission to explore impacts of compressor station
February 18, 2021
WEYMOUTH — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will further explore public safety concerns associated with the Weymouth Compressor Station, though it’s unclear what impact that could have on the facility.
Read More ShareMarshfield harbormaster & asst. harbormaster recognized for heroic rescue that saved 2 surfers
January 25, 2021
MARSHFIELD, Mass. — Marshfield’s harbormaster and assistant harbormaster were recognized Monday evening for a heroic rescue at sea that saved the lives of two surfers earlier this month. A person on Bay Avenue called 911...
Read More ShareSouth Shore legislators see a country divided, but remain hopeful
January 19, 2021
QUINCY – State Sen. John Keenan said he was in Washington, D.C., for a conference during one of President George W. Bush's inaugurations, and was able to get tickets to the celebration. While Bush was...
Read More ShareMassachusetts Will Tax Some Business Owners Who Got PPP Loans
January 18, 2021
The Paycheck Protection Program was designed to help businesses survive the pandemic. Now many in the Bay State could be liable for hefty tax bills, even as they continue to struggle.
Read More ShareSouth Shore organizations awarded Community Transit Grants
January 12, 2021
This week, it was announced that two South Shore organizations will benefit from some of the $8.6 million in grant awards from the state's Community Transit Grant Program: the South Shore Community Action Council...
Read More ShareState Legislators Speak Against U.S. Capitol Protests
January 07, 2021
Republican State Senator Patrick O’Connor says the protests are anti-American, anti-democratic, and show the complete divide in the country. “What government has become over the past 12-14 years with the advent of social media,...
Read More ShareO’Connor aids greenhouse emissions cap
January 07, 2021
BOSTON – State Sen. Patrick O'Connor, R-Weymouth, and his legislative colleagues approved a climate change measure on Jan. 4, which would limit greenhouse gas emissions to "net-zero" in 2050. "This is a historic day...
Read More ShareKeeping the New Year’s spirit going for Duxbury’s seniors
January 06, 2021
Volunteers from Duxbury Rotary Club and Duxbury American Legion helped staff hand out 84 pre-ordered dinners Thursday. In November, the Senior Center delivered 939 meals in the community. The Senior Center has made it...
Read More ShareBREAKING NEWS: HINGHAM-HULL FERRY SERVICE WON’T BE ELIMINATED; WILL RUN ON REDUCED SCHEDULE
December 16, 2020
December 14, 2020 by Carol Britton Meyer | The Hingham Anchor Selectman Joseph Fisher reports to the Hingham Anchor that the MBTA Fiscal and Management Control Board took a formal vote on proposed service...
Read More ShareCutbacks to Greenbush line could impact economic growth on the South Shore
December 07, 2020
SCITUATE — Threats of cuts to MBTA ferries, bus lines and commuter rail service drew crowds to the Scituate Greenbush commuter rail station as demonstrators protested what they say would be detrimental effects on...
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