Headlines

• Hanson: LeMans Corp., parent company of Drag Specialties and Parts Unlimited, is acquiring Hanson-based Sullivans Inc., a trusted New England powersports distributor for more than 50 years. The move combines Sullivans’ regional expertise with LeMans’ national reach, strengthening its role as a leading industry distributor. - Motorcycle Powersports News

• Hingham and Milton: The Gardner School is expanding into the South Shore in 2026 with new locations confirmed for Hingham and Milton, part of a broader six-school nationwide growth plan celebrating the organization’s 20th anniversary. The Boston-area additions will help meet rising demand for high-quality early learning, creating new jobs and serving more local families with TGS’ academically focused preschool model.- CBS42

• Hull: Hull’s Thanksgiving tradition is on fire—literally! Every year, the seaside town stacks thousands of wood pallets 30 feet high for a massive bonfire that draws hundreds of locals. Overseen by Fire Chief Chris Russo for 40 years, it’s said to be the biggest and longest-running ceremonial bonfire in Massachusetts. Curious to see the spectacle? Read more about this fiery tradition here. - WBUR

• Plymouth: Plymouth Firefighters has launched its 19th annual Toys for Tots drive, with unwrapped toy drop-offs accepted through Dec. 15 at Stations 6 and 7. The 8th annual Stuff-A-Bus event will also run Dec. 5–7 at the Colony Place Walmart, aiming to collect enough toys to ensure every Plymouth child has a gift this Christmas.- Plymouth Fire Department

Local Business Feature: The Brew - Abington

The Brew Coffeehouse in Abington has reopened under new management, unveiling a completely revamped, European-inspired menu. Manager Angelo Anastasis closed briefly in September to rebuild the team, expand the menu, and reintroduce the shop to customers who thought it had shut down for good. The refreshed offerings include house-made paninis, breakfast wraps, pastries from a local bakery, and Greek desserts and specialty drinks, many rooted in Anastasis’ Mediterranean background. Most items are made from scratch, setting the shop apart from big coffee chains. To celebrate the transformation, The Brew is hosting a grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 6, with everything on the menu available at 50% off. Customers are already embracing the homemade upgrades and the welcoming, family-owned feel Anastasis hopes to foster. - Feature in The Enterprise

Upcoming Events

• Full Moon Hike at Redbrook Bogs: Thursday, December 4, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Plymouth: Join volunteer hike leaders Betsy Hall and Skip Stuck for a night hike under December’s full Cold Moon, exploring the Redbrook cranberry bogs for wide-open sunset and moonrise views. This free event is sold out as of 11/28, with a waitlist available. – Kennard Barn

• Downtown Holiday Stroll:: Friday, December 5, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Celebrate the season downtown and along the waterfront with carolers, festive lights, sweet treats, local shopping, live music on the green, and the Town Tree & Menorah Lighting. - Plymouth

• Live Music with Jen Kirby: Friday, December 5, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Plymouth: Enjoy a relaxed evening of live music from Jen Kirby inside Untold Brewing’s Plymouth taproom. Sip local brews, unwind, and ease into the weekend with great vibes and great beer. – Untold Brewing

• Annual Holiday House Tour: Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Plymouth: A popular fundraiser event where you get to tour several beautifully decorated private homes for the holidays. Tickets and advance reservations required. - Plymouth

• Exploration Hike at Hoyt-Hall Preserve: Saturday, December 6, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Marshfield: Join Wildlands Trust hike leaders Debbie Leavitt and Jess Kennedy for a 2.5-mile exploration hike through rocky, rooted, and narrow trails at Hoyt-Hall Preserve, featuring steep sections and bog boards. Registration closes December 5 at 12 PM; email [email protected] to inquire after the deadline. Participants should come prepared with warm layers, sturdy shoes, water, snacks, and traction devices or trekking poles if winter conditions require them. – Hoyt-Hall Preserve

• Burial Hill Tour: Home for the Holidays: Saturday, December 6, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Plymouth: Join food historian and author Paula Marcoux for a free one-hour tour of Burial Hill titled "Home for the Holidays." The tour is part of the "Revolutionary Connections" series. - Burial Hill

• Norwell Holiday Stroll: Saturday, December 6, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Norwell: Town-common holiday stroll featuring music, crafts, treats, photos with Santa, a tree lighting at dusk, and a festive community vibe.- Norwell Town Common

• Weymouth Annual Tree Lighting: Saturday, December 6, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM – Weymouth: Celebrate the season with Mayor Michael Molisse at Weymouth Town Hall, featuring a tree lighting at 6:15 PM, photos with Santa (4:00–5:45 PM), Olde Towne Carolers, inflatables, surprises for children 10 & under, food trucks, free hot chocolate, and festive music for all ages. – Weymouth Town Hall

• “Rejoice! Festive Music for the Season” (choral and orchestral concert): Saturday, December 6, 7:30 PM (also Sunday Dec 7) – Plymouth: A concert featuring carols and classical works, performed by organ and orchestra, nice for a relaxed evening out. - The Church of the Pilgrimage

• Hike & Hops at Old Field Pond Preserve: Sunday, December 7, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM – Bourne: Explore the normally closed-to-the-public Old Field Pond Preserve with Wildlands Trust hike leaders Skip and Justin on a 4-mile trek through winding roads and open fields, with insights into local flora and invasive species along the way. After the hike, participants are invited to gather at Stone Path Malt in Wareham for food and brews (not included in ticket price). Registration closes December 5 at 12 PM. Tickets are $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. – Bay End Farm

• Jingle All the Way to The Pinehills Village Green: Sunday, December 7, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Plymouth: A festive holiday celebration at The Pinehills including Book Love’s Holiday Farmers Market, the 19th Annual Reindog Parade, a Winter Beer Garden at Mayflower Brewing, Santa at the Pinehills Post Office, food trucks, carolers, face-painting, a petting zoo, shopping, and family fun. - Pinehills

• 5th Annual Holiday Festival (The Arc of the South Shore): Sunday, December 7, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Weymouth: A community holiday event at Webb Memorial State Park with sleigh rides, live music, crafts, photos with Santa, refreshments, and more — with proceeds benefiting families served by the organization. - Webb Memorial State Park

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