Town of Scituate

09/04/2026

Labor Day Holiday Closures

All Town offices, including the Senior Center and Library are closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for the Labor Day Holiday.
The Transfer Station will also be CLOSED on Monday.

Have a safe Labor Day Holiday!

09/04/2026

CALLING ALL SCITUATE ARTISTS!
The Town of Scituate is seeking to enhance the elegance of the Maritime Center with a water or nautical-themed artwork that celebrates the identity, history, and natural beauty of Scituate. The selected piece will be donated and permanently housed at the Scituate Maritime Center.

Submission deadline is October 15, 2026. For complete information on submission requirements, see FLYER. For any questions, please contact the Select Board/Town Administrator Office at 781-545-8740

09/02/2026

BEACH SAMPLING RESULTS FOR SEPTEMBER 1, 2026

ALL BEACHES ARE OPEN FOR SWIMMING

EGYPT BEACH LESS THAN 10
HUMAROCK BEACH 10
MINOT BEACH 10
PEGGOTTY BEACH LESS THAN 10
SAND HILLS BEACH LESS THAN 10
LIGHT HOUSE BEACH 20

Scituate Beach Water Testing Results:
Under Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations for beaches, beach operators must sample bathing water at all public beaches for bacteria each week, using the Enterococcus indicator organism. Under that regulation, beach sampling is conducted weekly during the swim season, which is between the third week of June and Labor Day. The six beaches that are sampled include Humarock, Peggotty, Sand Hills, Egypt, Lighthouse and Minot. Test results cannot exceed a specified number of bacteria colonies per 100 mL sample of water. The maximum contaminant level is 104 Enterococci/100 mL of ocean water. If the results exceed 104 Enterococci/100 mL of ocean water, the beach must be closed to swimming after two consecutive unsatisfactory samples have been collected or if sampling cannot occur on the day following a single elevated level is detected.

09/01/2026

Tonight, the Select Board recognized Sergeant Gerald O'Brien who is celebrating 25 years of service to our town. Please join us in congratulating Sgt. O'Brien!

Congratulations to Scituate Police Department Sergeant Gerald O'Brien who is celebrating 25 years of service to our town. Tonight, Sgt. O'Brien was recognized by the Select Board with an introduction from Police Chief Mark Thompson. Along with a gift, Sgt. O'Brien's name was added to a plaque located in the Town Hall hearing room. Thank you for your service Sgt. O'Brien!

09/01/2026

UPDATE: Water Main Work on Route 3A – Service Disruptions

Water main construction work on Route 3A will require temporary water service disruptions in certain areas while tie-ins are completed and existing services are transferred to the new water main.

The Town will be connecting existing services along Route 3A to the new replacement pipe while deactivating the old water main. Residents in affected areas are encouraged to take necessary precautions and monitor their water for possible discoloration.

If discoloration occurs, please allow the water to run until it clears before using it. Residents are also advised to check the water before doing laundry.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as this important infrastructure work is completed.

***Due to weather conditions the work schedule for 3A has changed.***

Tuesday, September 1st:
Route 3A will be opened at Doctor's Hill. No interruption to water service is anticipated.

Wednesday, September 2nd:
Water service shutdown at Deer Common, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, to complete the water main tie-in.

Thursday, September 3rd:
Paving work. No interruption to water service is anticipated.

Next Wednesday, September 9th:
Water service shutdown at Doctor's Hill, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, to complete the water main tie-in.

Please note: All work is weather dependent, and the schedule may change

08/31/2026

Water Main Work on Route 3A – Service Disruptions

Water main construction work on Route 3A will require temporary water service disruptions in certain areas while tie-ins are completed and existing services are transferred to the new water main.

The Town will be connecting existing services along Route 3A to the new replacement pipe while deactivating the old water main. Residents in affected areas are encouraged to take necessary precautions and monitor their water for possible discoloration.

If discoloration occurs, please allow the water to run until it clears before using it. Residents are also advised to check the water before doing laundry.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as this important infrastructure work is completed.

Weather-Dependent Schedule

Tuesday, September 1st:
Route 3A will be opened at Doctor's Hill. No interruption to water service is anticipated.

Wednesday, September 2nd:
Water service shutdown at Doctor's Hill, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, to complete the water main tie-in.

Thursday, September 3rd:
Paving work. No interruption to water service is anticipated.

Next Tuesday, September 8th:
Water service shutdown at Deer Common, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, to complete the water main tie-in.

Please note: All work is weather dependent, and the schedule may change.

08/31/2026

Weekly Update from the Town of Scituate

Keep up-to-date with the latest news from the Town of Scituate!

Today's weekly update features Jamie Gilmore, Select Board Vice Chair and Jim Boudreau, Town Administrator

Watch the VIDEO or read the NARRATIVE for updates on what's happening in our community.

Keep up-to-date with the latest news from the Town of Scituate!Today's weekly update features Jamie Gilmore, Select Board Vice Chair and Jim Boudreau, Town AdministratorWatch the VIDEO or re

08/26/2026

State Primary Voting

This is the last week for early voting at Town Hall. Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 - 4:45 PM, and Friday 8:30 - 11:45 AM (last day).

The deadline to request a mail in ballot has now passed.

The deadline to cast an Absentee ballot is at noon on August 31st in the Town Clerk’s office. The deadline is 8pm on Sept. 1st to return your mailed ballot. The Town Clerk’s office respectfully requests that you submit your ballot before the deadline and not wait until the last minute. The poll hours on election day are 7AM-8PM.

08/24/2026

Weekly Update from the Town of Scituate
August 24, 2026

Keep up-to-date with the latest news from the Town of Scituate!

Today's weekly update features Nico Afanasenko, Select Board Member and Jim Boudreau, Town Administrator

Watch the VIDEO or read the NARRATIVE for updates on what's happening in our community.

Keep up-to-date with the latest news from the Town of Scituate!Today's weekly update features Nico Afanasenko, Select Board Member and Jim Boudreau, Town AdministratorWatch the VIDEO or read the&

08/21/2026

CALLING ALL SCITUATE ARTISTS!
The Town of Scituate is seeking to enhance the elegance of the Maritime Center with a water or nautical-themed artwork that celebrates the identity, history, and natural beauty of Scituate. The selected piece will be donated and permanently housed at the Scituate Maritime Center.

Submission deadline is October 15, 2026 with winner announcement on November 9, 2026. For complete information on submission requirements, see FLYER. For any questions, please contact the Select Board/Town Administrator Office at 781-545-8740.