The Town of Pembroke held a public forum to go over procedures and articles for next week’s Annual Town Meeting. Town Moderator Steve Dodge says extensive work has gone into planning for the meeting to make sure it is conducted in a safe manner. “The articles that are...
Norwell Police Chief Ted Ross says he’ll be retiring after three decades of service to the town. Ross said in a letter to the Selectmen that it’s been an honor serving the town for almost 33 years. He started with the department at age 19 as a 911 dispatcher. “It’s...
In Hanover, the disposal of construction and debris has been a hot topic for residents at the transfer station. The selectmen are considering options for the future. A few voters at the Annual Town Meeting wanted to modify the transfer station budget to keep a...
State Police seized fentanyl, cocaine, and cash, and three people were arrested after an investigation into drug dealing in Brockton. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says in June, State Police detectives assigned to his office started the investigation...
The State Police are investigating after a fatal crash on Route 3 North in Pembroke. Around 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, the State Police responded to Exit 12 for reports of a four-vehicle crash. On arrival, State Police say they found an 87-year-old passenger from Quincy...
Rockland Fire Captain John Sammon has officially retired after 34 years of service. Dozens of people gathered outside the fire station to wish him well. “It’s been a great ride, it’s been a great career. The town’s a great town to work in. The fire department...
A study into the management of the Abington Police Department has been completed, and the findings were presented to the Board of Selectmen. Municipal Resources, Inc. was hired to conduct the study after Town Meeting approval in 2019. The report includes interviews...
In Halifax, a brief public forum was held for an outdoor marijuana cultivation facility. The state Cannabis Control Commission sent a letter to the Halifax Selectmen, seeking clarification on zoning for the site proposed for Buds Goods, a cultivation and processing...
U.S. Congressman Joe Kennedy, III recently announced his Jobs and Justice initiative as part of his run for U.S. Senate. Kennedy has been touring the state to get feedback on the plan and recently met with business owners in Quincy. “Small business are the lifeblood...
The Kingston Town Meeting, which was set for this weekend, has been postponed. Town officials are considering an outdoor meeting at the Silver Lake High School. Newly-elected Town Moderator Sean O’Brien has concerns due to COVID-19, and would like to see the meeting...
