May 19 ballot finalized; how to get your ads and position statements into The Hull Times

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Now that the ballot has been set (see above), candidates can get ready to hit the campaign trail.

The Hull Times will print free announcements of candidacy for the May 19 town election through our May 8 issue. Final copy deadline is Tuesday, May 6, at 5 p.m. Please note that no late announcements will be printed.

Announcements should be no more than 500 words. Clear photographs will also be accepted. The Times will dedicate a special section of our website, www.hulltimes.com, for election-related news and information about candidates.

We will also accept press releases about campaign issues, but not fundraisers, which are the stuff of paid advertisements. Press releases may be published, online and if space is available in print, right up until the May 19 election. We reserve the right to edit or reject any submissions.

During the campaign, the Times may solicit candidates’ views on the issues. Priority will be given to those responses.

Letters to the editor will not be accepted from candidates, and letters for or against candidates for office will also be rejected. All material published in our May 15 issue – the week before the election – will be subject to closer scrutiny because of the lack of opponents’ response time.

Political ads, in print and online, should be factual and in good taste. We reserve the right to reject advertising that makes assertions that cannot be verified. All political advertising must be paid for in advance of publication. Contact our office as soon as possible to reserve space on a first-come, first-served basis.

For information about advertising, call 781-925-9266.

Press releases and announcements can be emailed to news@hulltimes.com.

Deadline is Tuesday at 5 p.m. each week.

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‘I feel we’re being mistreated’ – Rockaway Annex developer objects to town’s fire sprinkler mandate

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The seventh zoning board of appeals hearing on the proposal to build a four-story, 12-unit condominium development under the comprehensive permit process at 25 Ipswich St. in the Rockaway Annex neighborhood ended with a unanimous vote to continue the hearing until April 15.

At that time, the board will deliberate on a draft decision that will be written by Town Counsel Brian Winner and a consultant who has provided guidance and assistance to the ZBA throughout the process. Members also will discuss associated conditions to attach to the decision. Chair Patrick Finn said he expects that the hearing will be closed following the April 15 meeting; the board will then have 40 days to render its decision.

Fire Chief Chris Russo’s request for the developer to fully sprinkler the buildings and a dispute over a utility access easement that could end up in Land Court are the remaining issues to be resolved. Neighbor Derek Paris of 20 Ipswich St. objects to the developer’s plan to install utilities in the easement across his property and says the access rights were not properly documented. Paris said that while he objects to utility installation and any other improvements or alterations, he has no issue with allowing access to his land for emergency vehicles.

The proposed Residences at Rockaway plan includes six modular, townhouse-style buildings with two units each set on a .63-acre, single-family-zoned lot. Three units would be affordable. Parking would be in garages under the units and in the driveways.

Click here for project plans, studies, reports, and other details

The comprehensive permit process, more commonly known as Chapter 40B, allows developers to circumvent most local regulations in exchange for an affordable housing component if the town has less than 10% of its housing units designated affordable. Hull’s current percentage of affordable units is 1.6%, according to the state’s formula.

The site is located in the Rockaway Annex neighborhood behind the former Veterans of Foreign Wars post off Salisbury Street near the Hull Community Garden and the Manet Community Health Center.

Sprinkler system not required under building code

Housing consultant Dean Harrison, representing developer Alan Mckenzie, a Hull resident, continues to object to the sprinkler system request because it is not required under the building code, but is amenable to other requests from the chief related to fire safety measures, including installing additional hydrants.

“With a condition like this, we could appeal to the housing appeals committee,” Harrison said. “A sprinkler system for each unit is not necessary considering the other accommodations we’ve made.”

Nevertheless, the ZBA may include a sprinkler in the conditions if the board decides to approve the project out of respect for the chief’s request.

Harrison also emphasized that Chapter 40B projects must be treated similar to other developments when it comes to setting certain requirements, such as a sprinkler system.

Russo – who attended Tuesday’s ZBA meeting – did not back down but agreed to meet with Harrison between now and the April 15 hearing to discuss alternatives to sprinklers, at Harrison’s request. In the meantime, he plans to do some research.

‘If we don’t set a precedent now, shame on us’

“This may not be the last 40B presented to the town,” Russo said. “If we don’t set a precedent now on the first one, shame on us.”

The developer wants to provide “the high-quality development we’ve agreed upon,” Harrison said. “This issue is causing us a lot of anxiety, and I feel we’re being mistreated. … If this goes to the housing appeals committee, it will cost the developer and the town money, and everyone comes out with a bad taste in their mouth.

“We would look at all the conditions in total to see which we would or would not appeal,” he said. “I hope it doesn’t go that way.”

Russo, on the other hand, disagreed with Harrison’s mistreatment characterization.

“Sprinkler systems save lives,” he said. “I’m not trying to stall the plan, but I don’t want people to die in these buildings [should a serious fire occur].”

Finn told Harrison that the sprinkler system request has nothing to do with the project being proposed under Chapter 40B.

Finding of fact presented

Near the end of the hearing, Finn read a lengthy “finding of fact” detailing the process to date and various documents submitted, along with proposed conditions, a request for local preference for the affordable units, landscaping, conditions related to individual waivers, ornamental versus chain link fencing, concerns about blasting, the noise and vibration plan, fire hydrants, and improved access to Ipswich Street requested by the fire department, along with other considerations. He passed out copies to fellow board members and the development team.

On a unanimous vote, the board approved a motion related to the finding of fact that the ZBA “has enough preliminary information and plans in order to render a potentially favorable decision” to issue a comprehensive permit for the project. This is not a commitment to a favorable decision, but as Finn pointed out, there would be no conditions to draft or consider if the ZBA were to outright deny the permit.

A replay of the meeting will be available on demand on Hull Community Television’s website, www.hulltv.net.

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‘Catch the Spirit of ’76’ – committee planning celebration of the country’s 250th anniversary

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The town is working on big plans for celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence as part of a nationwide commemoration spanning this year and next.

Hull’s newly created 250th Anniversary Committee – or the USA Semiquincentennial Anniversary Committee – is charged with planning townwide activities focusing on remembrances, coordinating events related to the founding of the country, and aligning Hull’s activities with other local, state, regional, and national commemorations.

The committee, chaired by former select board member John Reilly, met formally for the first time on Tuesday.

Other members, who were sworn in by Town Clerk Lori West, who also sits on the committee as vice chair, are Hull Lifesaving Museum Director of Development Maureen Gillis; Peter Preble, pastor of St. Nicholas United Methodist Church; former town counsel James Lampke; and Notre Dame Academy Principal (and Hull resident) Mary Merrigan, who is serving as clerk.

Select board member Greg Grey, who also served on the 375th committee, was appointed earlier as the board’s liaison to the committee, and this week the select board added Hull Animal Control Officer Michael Sampson. There is still one opening on the committee.

“A majority of the time was spent completing a rough draft of an application for a $100,000 state grant that has to be submitted by April 11,” Reilly told The Hull Times about the committee’s work.

The committee will meet again April 8 to vote on a finished application. If the grant is awarded to the town, the funds would be spent on various celebrations in 2026, including a parade and field day, Fort Revere/Bastille Day observances, dances, theater productions, Revolutionary War re-enactments and encampments, and fireworks, among other events.

A national committee is organizing commemoration events in all 50 states, similar to the 1976 Bicentennial celebration.

Committee meetings are open to the public and there will be numerous volunteer engagement opportunities for interested residents with an interest local history.

“All citizens are encouraged to participate in upcoming USA 250th activities and to catch the ‘Spirit of 76’ on the town, state, and national level,” Reilly said.

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In the Sport-light: Roundup of news about Hull's athletes

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Compiled by Matt Haraden

• Hull Youth Soccer’s in-town spring soccer season kicks off this Saturday, April 5. The season will run for six Saturdays – April 5, April 12, April 26, May 3, May 10, May 17. (No games on April 19) at James P. Sullivan Field (the Dust Bowl) in Hull Village.

Guppies (co-ed, must be 3 years old by September 1): 9 – 10 a.m.

Kindergarten (co-ed) & girls (grades 1 & 2) – 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Boys (grades 1 & 2) – 11 a.m. to noon.

Players should arrive on time and be dressed appropriately for the weather. Shin guards are mandatory, and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. Hull Youth Soccer is designed for players who are interested in learning how to play the game as well as developing their skills. Newly registered players should check in at the soccer shed on April 5 upon arrival.

In-town registration is open through Friday, April 4, so there are still opportunities to participate. Visit www.hullyouthsoccer.com for more details.

• Girls 5/6 Lacrosse kicked off the season with a thrilling opening game against a powerhouse Cohasset squad, losing 13-5 on Sunday, March 30. Molly McCarthy, Piper Yakubian, Peyton Dunn, and Cordelia Hennessey moved the ball around to take an early 2-0 lead. Solid defensive play from Abby Donovan, Bianka Truglia, and Olivia Picewick befuddled Cohasset’s offense, while goalkeepers Ruby D’Errico and Josie Tyrell kept the score close. Stella Palermo, Leah Dibley, Frankie Rockett, and Natalie Tiani roamed the field, helping out on both sides of the ball. The team plays Hingham in its next game on Sunday, April 6.

BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION. As the Hull Pirates girls lacrosse team edged out a 7-6 victory over Plymouth South on Tuesday – improving to 2-0 on the season – Elly Thomas had an even more special reason to celebrate, as she scored her 200th goal. In addition, she notched three assists in the game. Congratulations! [Courtesy photo]

• The Hull High Girls Lacrosse team opened its season with a 13-4 victory over Stoughton on Monday, March 31. The Pirates revamped defense featured excellent work by Libby Harper causing five turnovers, Meghan Duran with three caused turnovers and three ground balls, Allison Leary, Lily Nunes, Gwen Lofgren, and Bridgett Stamatouras. Jillian McDonough was outstanding in goal. Midfielders Elly Thomas, Erin Walsh, Georgia White all had four points each. Tessa Schultz and Emily Hughes scored their first varsity goals. Maggie Mullen led the attack with four goals. Sophia Grosso pitched in a goal. The Pirates moved to 2-0 with a close 7-6 win over Plymouth South on Tuesday, April 1. Goalkeeper Jillian McDonough had a great save in the waning seconds to secure the win. Elly Thomas recorded her 200th goal, along with three assists in the game. Erin Walsh had four goals, Georgia White and Maggie Mullen each contributed a score. The defense worked as a unit and cleared the ball well under great pressure. The JV team also won its game over Plymouth South, 5-3. Next up are games against Middleborough at home on Thursday, April 3 at 5 p.m. (JV at 6:30 p.m.) and at Norwell on Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m. (JV at 5:30 pm.)

• Hull High Baseball started the season with a commanding 22-4 win over West Bridgewater. Ted Hipp got the win on the mound, throwing for five innings and recording four strikeouts. Luke Dunham and Tristan Lofgren both went two for two from the plate, with Dunham drawing three walks and Lofgren drawing two. Brayden Robert also went 2/3 batting on the day. The team plays Westport in its next game at home on Friday, April 4 at 4 p.m., then travels to Cohasset on Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m. before coming back home on Wednesday to face Norfolk County Agricultural High School at 3:30 p.m.

• JV Softball posted a win over Cardinal Spellman, 31-12, on Wednesday. McKenzie Neal registered four strikeouts from the mound; Rachel Timmins hit two back-to-back homeruns with three RBIs. Chloe Hutcheson and Sophia Provost also turned in strong performances on offense and defense. The team is set to face Hingham on Thursday, April 3 at 4 p.m. and then travel to Carver for a game against the Crusaders on Wednesday, April 9 at 4 p.m. The next day, April 10, the Pirates face Scituate at home at 4 p.m.

• Boys varsity lacrosse started the season with an 8-4 win over Taunton on Friday, March 28, and plays at Middleboro on Thursday, April 3 at 4 p.m. Next week, the Pirates face Norwell at home on Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m.

• The outdoor track and field teams will travel to Abington on Wednesday, April 9 at 4 p.m. and Mashpee on Monday, April 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Watch the Times in print and on this site for details, or for more information, visit www.hullpublicschools.org/athletics.

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With trust fund proposal on TM warrant, forum to explore affordable housing plans

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The Affordable Housing Committee will host a meeting next week to share information about the town meeting proposal to create an affordable housing trust.

Such a trust would help create and preserve below-market-rate housing for low- and moderate-income households and fund community housing, as the AHC doesn’t have the authority to develop housing, but rather can educate citizens and advocate for it.

The purpose of the meeting is “to help citizens understand what a trust is,” Select Board Chair Irwin Nesoff – the board’s liaison to the AHC – explained at his board’s meeting Wednesday night.

The affordable housing trust session is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Hull High School exhibition room.

The presentation by members of the committee is entitled “What is a Municipal Housing Trust Fund?” and will explain how the trust fund would help to create affordable housing in town. There will be an opportunity for community members to offer input, ask questions, submit ideas, and share experiences.

The select board, which earlier approved the article, voted unanimously in favor of Nesoff, and any other interested board member, speaking on this subject on the floor of town meeting. Board member Jerry Taverna was not present.

“This is a very important project, and I want to congratulate the committee, which has worked for many months to put this article together [with input from] consultants and town counsel,” Nesoff said. “The important thing is that a trust would give the town a method for supporting the construction, renovation and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing, none of which has been produced for a long time in Hull.”

AHC Chair Cynthia Koebert thanked Nesoff for his “active part” on the committee and the select board for its support. In addition, the advisory board recently voted unanimously in support the article.

“This would be a tool to act in a more timely fashion,” she said. “The housing crisis has only gotten worse, and it’s not getting easier.”

Contingent on town meeting approval, a trust would bring additional expertise and timely decision-making to the utilization of Community Preservation Act funds for affordable housing. The Community Preservation Committee has approximately $500,000 available from the annual required 10% allocation of funds, plus reserves, to support community housing.

Koebert noted that some neighboring communities have had success with affordable housing trusts.

“During my two years on the committee, we haven’t developed one single unit of affordable housing,” she said. “With a trust, we would be able to provide affordable housing for various income levels.”

Board member Greg Grey thinks the warrant article will “pass on a breeze” at town meeting with Nesoff speaking on behalf of the article.

Following the information session, the presentation will be posted on the town’s website. The meeting will also be recorded by Hull Community Television and available on demand at hulltv.net.

In other business…

• The idea of creating an interactive town meeting warrant with links to related information is being explored, Town Manager Jennifer Constable told the select board. A future town newsletter will also feature information about the warrant articles.

• The proposed two-way road plan in the Surfside/HRA area and the deteriorating former hockey rink in the parking lot near Rockland Circle will be discussed at the next meeting between the Department of Conservation and Recreation and town officials, according to Constable.

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Paragon Carousel preparing for Easter opening, annual Derby Day celebration

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The Paragon Carousel is opening for the season April 19 – a welcome sign of spring!

Children will delight in having their photos taken with the Easter Bunny that day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., followed by the traditional egg hunt the next day on Easter Sunday, starting promptly at noon. The carousel will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“We’re looking forward to making this one of our best seasons ever,” Friends of the Paragon Carousel President Marge West told The Hull Times. “We’re also looking ahead to the centennial of the carousel – 100 years on Nantasket Beach – in 2028.”

West said the Friends are grateful for local businesses and residents of Hull, Weymouth, Cohasset, Hingham, and beyond “who share our passion for the Paragon Carousel. We really appreciate their support and enjoyment of this simple pleasure.”

She said that one of the nicest things is seeing different generations of families returning year after year “with grandparents, parents, and new mothers all riding the Carousel together.”

There’s more excitement coming up next month with the Paragon Derby Day gala and fundraiser on Friday, May 2, from 7 to 10 p.m. Doors will open at 6 p.m.

Participants will dress up as if they’re “going to the races” at Kentucky’s Churchill Downs and enjoy an evening of games, prizes, and socializing. Tickets are $50, which includes a derby hat contest; five “derby” races with prizes, silent auctions, finger foods, and a cash bar. Proceeds support the restoration and preservation of the historic carousel.

Sponsorship opportunities include a horse or chariot (including a promotional business sign displayed on the horse and an invitation to provide a derby hat for the horse to wear), an outside row standing horse for $350 (includes two event tickets), a first-row jumper for $250 (includes two event tickets), $200 for a second row jumper horse (one event ticket included), and $200 to sponsor a third or fourth row carousel horse (including one event ticket).

Derby Day fun continues Saturday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the fun-filled Junior Derby, featuring a chance to wear your best derby hat, friendly competition during “races” throughout the afternoon amid the magic of the carousel, trivia, raffles, and surprises all day long.

“Race to Win” offers opportunities to enter one of six special carousel “races.” Race rides are $5 each, with a winner crowned and awarded a prize for each.

Other events coming up this season include the annual Flag Day observance on June 14 and Taylor Swift Tuesdays from June 24 through Aug. 26.

Visit www.paragoncarousel.com for information about the Paragon Carousel, to purchase event tickets, Derby Day sponsorships, and for full details about upcoming events.

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Veterans with service-related disabilities may qualify for funds to modify their homes

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By Paul Sordillo

Hull Veterans Service Officer

Are you aware of certain grants and allowances available to those veterans that have a qualifying service-connected disability?

First is a disability housing grant program for veterans that have loss, or loss of usage, of more than one limb, blindness in both eyes, and certain severe burns. The veteran maybe be able to qualify for the Special Adapted Housing (SAH) grant and could receive up to $117,014 (FY24). Another is the Special Home Adaptation (SHA) grant with qualifying service-connected disability that includes loss or loss of use of both hands, certain burns, and certain respiratory or breathing injuries. With this grant, you can get up to $23,444 (FY24). The Temporary Residence Adaptation (TRA) grant may be used to modify a family member’s home if you meet both of these requirements: You’re living temporarily in a family member’s home that needs changes to meet your needs (you don’t have to own the house), and you qualify for an SAH or SHA grant.

Second, there is funding for an automobile allowance and adaptive equipment. You may be eligible for a VA automobile allowance or adaptive-equipment benefits if you have a disability that’s related to your service (called a service-connected disability) and that includes at least one of these conditions: Loss or use of a limb, permanent decreased vision, and severe burns. The benefits include a one-time payment to help you buy a specially equipped vehicle and in some situations, adaptive equipment.

Is your skin medicine, prosthetic, or orthopedic device related to your service-connected disability damaging your clothes? We may pay you $1,024.50 to replace the damaged clothes. This may be a one-time payment, or we may pay this amount once a year.

This information is not all inclusive; it is abbreviated for the article. More in-depth and concise information can be obtained on VA.gov and search keywords such as adaptive housing or vehicle allowance. You can always visit with me to learn more.

Call or visit the veterans office (appointments recommended, but not necessary) for more details of the subject matter in this article, or any benefit question. Paul Sordillo, Hull’s Veterans Service Officer, can be reached at 781-925-0305 or psordillo@town.hull.ma.us.

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Advisory Board to hear school department’s FY26 budget plan during Saturday morning session

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By Carol Britton Meyer

The school committee and advisory board will meet in joint session this Saturday, March 29, at 8 a.m. to discuss the proposed $18.4-million fiscal 2026 school budget, representing a 3% – or $535,643 – increase over the fiscal 2025 budget figure.

SOURCE: HULL PUBLIC SCHOOOLS. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL FY26 BUDGET PROPOSAL.

The meeting, which will convene at town hall in the Louis C. Costa Room, initially was planned for last Monday but was postponed.

In the budget proposal to be presented by Superintendent of Schools Michael Jette, salaries total $14.17 million and expenses $4.2 million, including $1.5 million for special education-related (non-salary) costs; technology, $325,000; transportation (non-special ed), $787,692; maintenance (non-salary), $460,036; and utilities, $633,016.

SOURCE: HULL PUBLIC SCHOOOLS. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL FY26 BUDGET PROPOSAL.

In a letter to the advisory board accompanying the budget proposal, Jette said the development of the budget was a team effort guided by one principle: “to meet the academic and emotional needs of every student enrolled in the Hull Public Schools,” noting that HPS students “work daily to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success in their chosen path while preparing to become informed and engaged citizens of our global society.”

Click here for the Hull Public Schools FY26 Budget Proposal

Click here for the school department’s presentation to the advisory board

The proposed budget prioritizes academic excellence by closing educational gaps “while supporting the social and emotional wellness of all students through particular attention to equity, diversity and inclusion,” Jette said.

Nearly 80% of the school budget is dedicated to salaries.

“Schools are a people business that depends on being able to attract and retain highly qualified professionals in order to accomplish our goals,” Jette said in the letter. “While we are constantly examining our needs and using data to make future projections, there are still many uncertainties in developing a budget that must carry us through the payment of every educational bill received prior to June 30, 2026. That means this budget predicts and plans for spending that is 18 months into the future.”

School Business Administrator Diane Saniuk presented the preliminary budget to the school committee earlier this year, explaining that the collaborative process starts in September and involves staff and school leadership “assessing the needs, where we are, and where we want to go.” She noted that grant funding is not as available at the same level as in past years.

“Grants are basically drying up, and we’re relying more on town funding,” Chair David Twombly responded at that time. “If that goes down, we’ll be in trouble.”

The percentage of budget funds from grants has decreased over the years, from 6.37% in FY24 to 3.04% this year, with only 2.6% expected in FY26.

“It’s not necessarily anything the school district is doing wrong,” Twombly said back then. “There aren’t a lot of grants out there, and it’s a competitive process.”

According to the budget document and accompanying PowerPoint presentation (both of which are available for download at the links above) the mission of school district is to provide “a challenging and supportive learning environment to encourage all students to reach their greatest potential and to foster the growth of creative, curious, critical thinkers who are equipped to succeed as responsible, compassionate, and productive members of a diverse society.”

District priorities include:

• Enhancing student success and well-being

• Prioritizing professional development

• Expanding and diversifying educational offerings

• Utilizing data-driven decision making and targeted instruction

• Evaluating and strengthening the preK-12 math curriculum and instruction

• Investing in special education and inclusive programs

• Leveraging community and environmental opportunities by exploring new pathways and partnerships – in particular, utilizing Hull’s coastal location to enrich student learning experiences and expand career development opportunities.

The budget proposal includes about $36,000 in maintenance costs and $55,000 in utilities at the Memorial Middle School, which are to be shared with the town, as the building is slated to house municipal offices. The district also expects to spend $83,715 in tuition for Hull students who attend vocational schools.

In addition to the presentation to the advisory board on Saturday, the school department will hold a public hearing on its FY26 budget on Monday, April 7, at 6:35 p.m. at the high school. Members of the public are invited to hear more about the spending plan and ask questions directly of the school committee and administrators. Voters will have the final say on the municipal, school, and capital budgets at town meeting on May 5.

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Community members 'feast' on conversations at No Place For Hate's annual event

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The No Place for Hate Committee’s Feast of Conversations brought together about 75 people on Sunday afternoon to talk about community, diversity, dignity, and identity in Hull. In the top photo, Celia Nolan leads a group exercise, while Pam Wolfe [middle] facilitates a tabletop workshop. Participants exchanged their ideas in large and small groupings throughout the event, which was held at the Nantasket Beach Resort. [Skip Tull photos]

The No Place for Hate Committee’s annual Feast of Conversations brought together about 75 people on Sunday afternoon to talk about community, diversity, dignity, and identity in Hull. Celia Nolan led a group exercise, while Pam Wolfe facilitated a tabletop workshop. Participants exchanged their ideas in large and small groupings throughout the event, which was held at the Nantasket Beach Resort. Taking a momentary break from one discussion period were the group comprised of Bette, Paul, Nancy, Kathy, Jane Joel, Corvid, and Melany. [Skip Tull photos]

In the Sport-light: Roundup of news about Hull athletes

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Compiled by Matt Haraden

• Hull High School’s boys varsity baseball team began this spring’s play with a home victory against Millis in a scrimmage on Saturday, March 22, with a score of 8-4. All members of both teams got to play in the scrimmage. The first game of the regular season is at West Bridgewater on Tuesday, April 1 at 4 p.m., followed by a home matchup against Westport on Friday, April 4 at 4 p.m.

JV softball will play at Hingham on Thursday, April 3 at 4 p.m., and will return home to host Scituate on Thursday, April 10 at 4 p.m.

Boys varsity lacrosse next plays at Taunton on Friday, March 28 at 4 p.m., followed by another away game at Middleboro on Thursday, April 3 at 4 p.m. The girls lacrosse team’s season begins at home on Monday, March 31 at 4 p.m. against Stoughton. The Pirates then travel to Plymouth South on Tuesday, April 1 at 4 p.m. (JV at 5:30 p.m.) and return home to face Middleborough on Thursday, April 3 at 5 p.m. (JV at 6:30 p.m.).

The outdoor track and field teams will travel to Abington on Wednesday, April 9 at 4 p.m. and Mashpee on Monday, April 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Watch the Times for details, or for more information, visit www.hullpublicschools.org/athletics.

• Hull Youth Lacrosse opens its season this Sunday, March 30, with games played on Sundays through June 1, except for Easter Sunday (April 20) and Memorial Day weekend (May 25). For times and locations of games, visit www.hulllax.com.

• Hull Youth Soccer’s in-town spring soccer season kicks off on Saturday, April 5. The season will run for six Saturdays – April 5, April 12, April 26, May 3, May 10, May 17. (No games on April 19.) at James P. Sullivan Field (the Dust Bowl) in Hull Village.

Guppies (co-ed, must be 3 years old by September 1): 9 – 10 a.m.

Kindergarten (co-ed) & girls (grades 1 & 2) – 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Boys (grades 1 & 2) – 11 a.m. to noon.

Players should arrive on time and be dressed appropriately for the weather. Shin guards are mandatory, and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. Hull Youth Soccer is designed for players who are interested in learning how to play the game as well as developing their skills. Newly registered players should check in at the soccer shed on April 5 upon arrival.

In-town registration is open through April 4, so there are still opportunities to participate. Visit www.hullyouthsoccer.com for more details.

• Coaches and Super Fans – We need your help to report the scores and results of the latest events in Hull’s sports world! Please send local sports news and photos to sports@hulltimes.com. Deadline is Tuesday at midnight. When providing details of the games or races, please be sure to include the sport/team, the players’ full names, and the final scores. When sending photos, names of those pictured are greatly appreciated, as well as who should get credit for taking the photo.

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