MassDOT, RMV Service Interruption Planned

The service interruption will allow MassDOT Data Center upgrades to take place.

Local Government This Week - April 5-11

Your guide to committee and boards meeting this week to discuss issues affecting you and your town.

Absentee Ballots Now Available for Hamilton, Wenham Elections

The ballots must be returned on or before election day, April 16, in both towns.

If You Use Your Windshield Wipers, You Must Use Your Headlights

The new Massachusetts law begins April 7.

Hamilton Selectmen Candidate Profile - Shawn Farrell

A series of profiles for candidates running for the Hamilton Board of Selectmen in the April 16, 2015 election.

Hamilton Selectmen Candidate Profile - Bill Wilson

A series of profiles for candidates running for the Hamilton Board of Selectmen in the April 16, 2015 election.

Hamilton Selectmen Candidate Profile - Rosemary Kennedy

A series of profiles for candidates running for the Hamilton Board of Selectmen in the April 16, 2015 election.

Hamilton Selectmen Candidate Profile - Robert McKean

A series of profiles for candidates running for the Hamilton Board of Selectmen in the April 16, 2015 election.

Hamilton's Annual Override Update

Every year at this time we add up the CUMULATIVE costs of the 10 overrides that were approved between 1998 and 2008. Here's the real cost.

Local Government This Week - March 29 - April 4

Your guide to committee and boards meeting this week to discuss issues affecting you and your town.

Hamilton, Wenham Can Receive Funds to Repair Local Roads and Bridges

The award is part of the state's Winter Recovery Assistance Program.

Local Government This Week - March 22-March 28

Your guide to boards and committees meeting in the public interest in Hamilton and Wenham this week.

Hamilton Town Meeting Warrant Now Available

Annual Town Meeting will take place on April 11, 2015.

Local Government This Week - March 16-21

Your guide to committees and boards conducting the public's business in open meetings this week.

Wenham Names New Town Administrator

The new administrator comes to Wenham from Newburyport.

Finalists for Wenham Town Administrator Named

Wenham Selectman will interview 3 candidates on Tuesday starting at 6pm.

Local Government This Week March 9 - 14

Your guide to boards and committee meetings in the community this week.

Wenham Finance Committee Plans FY16 Budget Vote

The committee meets Thursday at Wenham Town Hall.

Snow Pushed Back on 70 Percent of Hamilton's Roads

The Town of Hamilton posted a recent snow removal update.

Local Government This Week March 2-March 7

Your guide to board and committee meetings acting in the public interest in Hamilton or Wenham this week.

Local Government This Week - February 23 through 27

Your guide to boards and committees meeting in the public interest in the community.

Local Government This Week

Your guide to board and committee meetings acting in the public interest in Hamilton or Wenham this week.

Animal Lovers: The ASPCA Needs Your Help

Massachusetts has 11 animal protection bills up for vote, but they need support.

Nomination Papers for Hamilton Town Election Now Available

Potential candidates have until late February to return the papers.

New Year, New Opportunities to Volunteer in Wenham

Several Wenham boards and commissions are seeking volunteers.

New Mass. Laws for 2015: Minimum Wage Hike, Wine Deliveries, Hold-Open Gas Clips

These three laws are among a host of measures that will go into effect Thursday to kick off the new year.

What is John Tierney's Legacy?

U.S. Rep. John Tierney is about to leave office after 18 years. What will be the legacy of Hamilton and Wenham's longtime representative?

Freshman N.Y. Republican Finds 'Kindred Spirit' in North Shore Democrat

A 30-year-old freshman Republican rep from New York said she has "kindred spirit" with the 36-year-old freshman Democrat from Salem.

Coakley Concedes; Baker Officially Wins Governor's Race

The governor’s race was one the closest statewide results in recent memory. Baker also won in Hamilton and Wenham in addition to statewide.

Charlie Baker Elected Governor in Squeaky Close Race, Gets More Than 60 Percent in Hamilton

With more than 95 percent of precincts reporting, some media outlets are projecting Charlie Baker the winner. AP declared Baker the winner.

RESULTS: Vote to Repeal Massachusetts Casinos

State legislators passed a law allowing three casinos and a slots parlor in 2011. On Tuesday, it was voters turn to decide.

Sixth District Has a New Congressman, Hamilton Backs Moulton

Republican Richard Tisei conceded Tuesday night to Democrat Seth Moulton, who will be the new Sixth Congressional District Congressman.

Hamilton and Wenham, Did You Vote? Show Us!

As you vote on Tuesday, show off it off with a selfie. Tag pics with #HamiltonPatch on Instagram or Twitter!

Hamilton, Wenham Election Guide, Polls Open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday

A look at the polling locations in both Hamilton and Wenham, plus ballot questions and other things to know about Tuesday's election.

WATCH: Charlie Baker's Closing Argument: "Remarkable State"

90-Second Ad Aired Tonight

Hotly Contested Race for Congress to Pick Tierney's Successor Tuesday

The most watched and hotly contested race for Congress this fall in Massachusetts will be decided by Hamilton and Wenham voters on Tuesday.

New Poll: Tisei Holds Narrow Lead Over Moulton in Final Poll Before Tuesday's Election

The most watched race on the North Shore - to fill the 6th District seat after the ouster of U.S. Rep. John Tierney - is very close.

Andrews Finalist for Top Post in Pepperell

Mark Andrews has been the town administrator in Wenham since 2011.

Town Clerks Open Late Wednesday for Final Day of Voter Registration

Wednesday is the voter registration deadline in Hamilton and Wenham to vote in the Nov. 4 general election.

Moulton and Tisei to Debate Six Times Before Election Day, in Beverly and On the Airwaves

Candidates for the Sixth District seat in Congress, one who will succeed outgoing Congressman John Tierney, will debate at least six times.