South Shore Times

The South Shore Times is a local news outlet offering daily news for Hingham, Norwell, Hanover, Cohasset and nearby towns. Its reporting centers on local government, schools, events and sports, from town meeting warrant articles and budget gaps to police surveillance debates and new school names. It also publishes practical civic information, such as schedules for public forums on proposed school building projects ahead of town votes.

Beyond town hall coverage, the paper runs investigative series, including an extended look at Plymouth County government, commissioners’ pay and administrative hiring. It also reports on regional issues such as environmental rulings for Cape Cod Bay, publishes business news about openings and local companies earning recognition, and shares community stories about fundraisers, charity walks and local artists. Obituaries and a weekly roundup round out the coverage.

What to Know

• The outlet is based in Hingham and is a member of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce.
• Coverage extends to neighboring towns such as Marshfield and Scituate.
• Its Plymouth County series includes a two-part report titled “In Search of Purpose.”