David SMith

5 days ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

Several South Shore restaurants have opened in April, with more anticipated openings throughout the summer. Jojo's, a bakery and charcuterie board shop, opened in Weymouth's Shaw's Plaza. Shipwrck'd in Hull received a seasonal liquor license and is hiring. Doctor's Island Brewing in Hull is holding a soft opening for the 2025 season. A Pembroke couple will open Massachusetts' first two Baya Bar locations in Weymouth and Marshfield.

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

April school vacation is coming up quickly, and so is the need to plan for it. With the week off for kids and still a work week for many parents, winging it isn't always an option. Luckily the South Shore has no shortage of things to do − both week-long and one-day events covering everything from getting outdoors to getting on stage. The one catch is that many of the programs require registrations, so now is the time to get cracking on seeing what's out there to before all the slots get filled.

2 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

WEYMOUTH − Temu and Wish can try their darndest with all their flashing coupons, gimmicks and penny-or-less promises, but for truly free stuff free and clear, feel free to stop by the bi-annual Weymouth Clothing Giveaway this Saturday at Weymouth High School. The giveaway will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 12 in the school's cafeteria. Parking and admission to the event are, well, you know ... free.

2 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

Held over the past few years in Hanover, Kingston and Weymouth, the events bring food, entertainment, other local vendors and activities for all ages. The association lists the specific lineup of each week's trucks and events on its Facebook page.

2 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

While neither somber nor supremely silly, National Beer Day, which is always on April 7, has a meaning beyond simply celebrating the magic of fermentation: April 7, 1933, was the last day of prohibition in the U.S. after 13 years, and that, many would agree, is a day worth celebrating.