What is the South Shore Times?
The South Shore Times is an independent, locally owned digital news organization providing fact-based local news coverage across the South Shore of Massachusetts. We report on town government, schools, public safety, business, and community life to help residents stay informed and engaged.
Are your stories written by AI?
No. Every story published by the South Shore Times is written and edited by real reporters. Most members of our reporting team live and work right here on the South Shore. While we believe AI can be a useful tool, it is not a substitute for human judgment, on-the-ground reporting, or local insight. Every story on our website has been worked on by a member of our editorial team.
Which towns do you cover?
We currently cover Hingham, Norwell, Hanover, Marshfield, Scituate, and Cohasset. Based on community feedback, we are expanding coverage to Duxbury, Kingston, and Plymouth in 2026, with additional South Shore communities to follow.
Is the South Shore Times free to read?
Yes. The South Shore Times is free and open to all readers. We believe access to local news is essential to a healthy, informed community.
How is the South Shore Times funded?
Our newsroom is supported through local advertising, sponsored content that is clearly labeled, and partnerships with community organizations and businesses. These partnerships do not influence our editorial coverage.
How often do you publish new stories?
We publish new stories daily, with additional updates throughout the week as news develops. Coverage includes breaking news, public meetings, feature stories, and community announcements.
How can I submit a news tip or story idea?
Residents can submit news tips, story ideas, and announcements through our website. We welcome tips related to local government, schools, public safety, community events, and issues affecting South Shore residents.
Click here to submit a story.
Can organizations submit events to your community calendar?
Yes. Our community calendar is free to use and open to nonprofits, schools, town departments, sports leagues, and community organizations. It’s a reliable way to share meetings, events, tryouts, fundraisers, and public notices.
Click here to submit an event.
Do you accept opinion pieces or letters to the editor?
Yes. We accept op-eds and letters to the editor from residents, local leaders, and subject-matter experts. Submissions are reviewed for relevance, clarity, and civility and must follow our editorial guidelines.
Click here to submit an opinion.
How do you ensure accuracy and fairness in your reporting?
We follow established journalistic standards, including fact-checking, sourcing, and transparency. Our reporting is nonpartisan and focused on informing the community, not driving an agenda. In many cases, we’re reporting directly from recorded content from government meetings.
Can local businesses advertise with the South Shore Times?
Yes. We offer advertising and sponsored content options designed to help local businesses reach readers across the South Shore. Sponsored content is always clearly labeled.
How many people read the South Shore Times?
Our reporting is seen more than 200,000 times each month by residents across the South Shore of Massachusetts.
Who owns the South Shore Times?
The South Shore Times is locally owned and operated. We are not part of a national media chain, which allows us to stay focused on the communities we serve.
How can I contact the South Shore Times?
You can contact us through the website for editorial inquiries, advertising information, corrections, or general questions.
