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Signs of a sellers market

Improving inventory data for November suggest a healthy housing market next spring, an analysis shows. HouseSavvy.com, 12/13/09

Seawall assessments put on hold

Evaluating the condition of seawalls, like this one buffeted by an October storm, will have to wait due to budget constraints. Boston Globe, 12/9/09

Arrests link Scituate and Norwell burglaries

Police in the two towns have teamed up on four home break-ins that appear to be connected. Boston Globe, 12/3/09

Researcher receives prestigious award

David Wiley (2nd from right) of Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary was honored by the Commerce Dept. Boston Globe, 12/1/09

Focus on illegal alcohol sales

Selectman Vegnani and the police are working to codify penalties for stores with liquor-license violations. Boston Globe, 11/27/09

Egypt Road fire leads to charges

A Scituate woman who barricaded herself in a house Nov. 13 while a fire escalated inside will face numerous charges. Boston Globe, 11/20/09

Wind power from the Driftway

Officials approved the construction of a wind turbine on public land, which will save the town $250,000 or more a year. Boston Globe, 11/18/09

Trends bode well for housing market

Local home prices and inventories continued to fluctuate in October, but may soon benefit from a regional rebound. HouseSavvy.com, 11/9/09

3A rotary fix gets $2.4 million from state

Governor Patrick (with Hingham official Betty Foley) announced the grant during a visit to the South Shore Friday. Boston Globe, 11/6/09

Town Meeting balances 2010 budget

At Special Town Meeting, about 100 residents cut spending by about $340,000 to balance the budget for this fiscal year. Boston Globe, 11/5/09

Therapy dogs lend an ear, and more

A Scituate woman finds therapy dogs can do wonders for young readers, like Emma Carroll,6, (above) reading to Molly. Boston Globe, 11/6/09

On track?

Two years after Greenbush train service was restored, the question remains of whether its use justifies its cost. Boston Globe, 10/29/09

Church vigil celebrates 5 years

St. Frances's 5-year vigil is expressed through quilts hung in the church, such as one made by Bobbie Sullivan (above). Boston Globe, 10/23/09