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Buzzards Bay Sail & Power Squadron to hold summer boat safety course, seminars
Opinion: On the context of some Old Rochester Regional statistics
Robert Huston Anderson, 91
Marion Democratic Committee to host food drive
Marion Art Center to present ‘The Minotaur’
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Rochester School Committee election comes down to the wire
Incumbents sweep Marion town election
Candidates familiar and new earn victories at Mattapoisett town election
Rochester political action group again supports, opposes candidates
‘Let it rip’: Chainsaw artist carves animal out of wood at Marion Art Center
News
Rochester School Committee election comes down to the wire
ROCHESTER — There will be a new face on the Rochester School Committee as Joshua Trombly narrowly beat out Jason Chisholm...
Lt. Gov. Driscoll, state officials visit Marion harbormaster construction site
MARION — A group of state and local officials donned white hard hats and high visibility vests before filing up a tall...
Marion given plaque for quality of asphalt pavement
MARION — The Marion Department of Public Works was honored at a Tuesday, May 21 meeting of the Marion Select Board. The...
Candidates familiar and new earn victories at Mattapoisett town election
MATTAPOISETT — A margin of fewer than 75 votes decided the future of the Mattapoisett Select Board, while candidates both...
Rochester political action group again supports, opposes candidates
ROCHESTER — A political action committee that supported several winning candidates in last year’s town election is once...
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Schools
Rochester Memorial School bustles with science, more during ‘Steam-a-palooza’
ROCHESTER — What happens when you cross a science fair with musical performances, art displays and a book fair? It might...
Rochester Memorial School’s second annual STEAMapalooza
ROCHESTER — Rochester Memorial School’s second annual “STEAMapalooza” will be held on Thursday, May 16 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m...
Old Colony stage gets colorful for ‘Clue’ debut
ROCHESTER — Mystery is afoot at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School. The school’s theater company debuted...
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Opinion
Opinion: On the stretch building code in Marion
To the editor: At the last Select Board meeting, it was standing room only. The topic was the “stretch” building code which...
Opinion: Proactive nature of bond to address Old Rochester facilities is paramount
To the editor: As the Mattapoisett representative on the Old Rochester Regional Facilities Subcommittee for four years,...
Opinion: On the behavior of male Marion Planning Board members
To the editor: I described my displeasure recently with the behavior of some male Planning Board members and another male...
Opinion: Mattapoisett should vote for road reconstruction committee
To the editor: Residents of Mattapoisett will be asked to vote for or against a Road Reconstruction Committee at Town...
Opinion: Behavior towards Marion Planning Board clerk should produce outcry
To the editor: Having read the letter/opinion of Eileen Marum of the Marion Planning Board in the most recent Sippican Week...
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Obituaries
Robert Huston Anderson, 91
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Robert Huston Anderson on April 30, 2024, in Boston, MA....
G. Richard Duffy Jr., 86
G. Richard Duffy Jr., known in the community as “Duff,” passed away in his home on Sunday surrounded by friends and family...
Robert M. Sherman, 87
Robert M. Sherman, 87, of Rochester died peacefully May 7, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital.He was the husband of Harriett S. (...
Cornelia Harrop Middleton
Cornelia Harrop MiddletonJune 19, 1962 - May 1, 2024 Nina was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts to Jane Shearer Harrop and...
Marion Lois Mott, 92
Marion Lois Mott (known as “Lois” to family and friends), 92, of Marion, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away on April 9,...
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Rochester School Committee election comes down to the wire
Lt. Gov. Driscoll, state officials visit Marion harbormaster construction site
Marion given plaque for quality of asphalt pavement
Old Rochester sailing program aims to educate
Candidates familiar and new earn victories at Mattapoisett town election
Rochester political action group again supports, opposes candidates
To appoint or elect a town clerk? The question is raised again in Rochester
Missed connection leads Wanderer model to museum
Bikers gear up for ice cream at sixth annual Tour de Creme
‘Let it rip’: Chainsaw artist carves animal out of wood at Marion Art Center
Sports
Old Rochester sailing program aims to educate
MATTAPOISETT — There were Bulldogs and Lions in the water at Mattapoisett Town Beach on Tuesday, May 21 as the Old Rochester...
Bikers gear up for ice cream at sixth annual Tour de Creme
MATTAPOISETT — Below 60 degrees with no sun in sight likely isn’t exactly the perfect day for ice cream. But with several...
‘Good group of guys’: Old Rochester boys lacrosse team in reach of postseason tourney
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional High School boys lacrosse season in 2024 has been defined by learning and teaching...
Mattapoisett Mother’s Day 5K a huge hit
MATTAPOISETT — Water Street was lined with runners of all ages on the morning of Sunday, May 12 for the “Run Like a Mother...
Old Colony boys lacrosse off to another commanding start
ROCHESTER — After finishing the 2023 regular season with an undefeated record, the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Two-vehicle crash slows traffic near Salty the Seahorse, no injuries
MATTAPOISETT — A two-vehicle collision May 15 near Mattapoisett’s Salty the Seahorse landmark briefly slowed traffic in the...
Sneaker-loving Cardoso steps into new role
MATTAPOISETT — On the night of Mattapoisett’s Town Meeting agenda being finalized, Officer Adalberto “Junior” Cardoso’s...
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People
Matthew Bache
“The new broom sweeps best,” according to resident and Rochester School Committee candidate Matt Bache. “I would like to...
Robin Rounseville
After 24 years of service, incumbent Robin Rounseville is running to maintain her seat on the Rochester School Committee. “...
Jason Chisholm
After being reelected in 2022 for the seat he was appointed to, Jason Chisholm is once again running for reelection to the...
Two candidates vie for Rochester representative seat on district school committee
Two candidates are running for one open Rochester representative seat on the Old Rochester Regional School Committee....
Matthew Monteiro
In 2021, Matthew Monteiro ran unopposed for an open seat on the Old Rochester Regional School Committee because he thought “...
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Happenings
Painting exhibit coming to walls of Marion Art Center
MARION – Painters Robert Abele and Mary Moquin will be exhibiting their work at the Marion Art Center, kicking off with an...
Poetry reading at Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — Former Marion resident Ann E. Wallace will read from her latest poetry collection, "Days of Grace and Silence...
Marion Memorial Day remembrances to feature local veteran speaker
MARION — A Marion resident and veteran has been named the featured speaker of the town’s Memorial Day procession and...
Explore the rich Marion past with historical tour by the First Congregational Church
MARION — Delve into an immersive journey of rich Marion history. On Saturday, June 8 from 9 to 11 a.m., the First...
Find a summer read with Friends of Mattapoisett Library book sale
MATTAPOISETT — Find a summer read with a July book sale held by the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library. The sale will take...
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Arts
‘Let it rip’: Chainsaw artist carves animal out of wood at Marion Art Center
MARION — Water and wood chips both fell from the air as spectators gathered through rain to watch a particularly distinctive...
Marion native to sing with Tri-County Symphonic Band at pops show
MARION — The Tri-County Symphonic Band announced that a Marion native will sing with the group during its 21st annual pops...
Exhibition by local artists group opens at Marion Council on Aging
MARION — An oil painting of a pair of pears might be the talk of the Marion Council on Aging during May and June. The...
Auditions for summer production of ‘Baskerville’ coming to Marion Art Center
MARION — Bring acting chops to open auditions for a summer production at the Marion Art Center. Five actors are sought to...
Tickets available for Tri-County Symphonic Band’s ‘Benefit Pops’
MARION — Ticket sales have begun for the Tri-County Symphonic Band’s annual Benefit Pops Concert. The theme of the show...
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From Our Members
Microsoft stoops to a new low with ads in Windows 11
ACT Smart IT
May 23
More ads for Microsoft products are finding their way into Windows 11: Microsoft utility PC Manager...
MAC Theatre presents The Minotaur
Marion Art Center
May 23
The MAC Theater is delighted to present The Minotaur, a modern re-telling of the Greek classic...
When to Seek Help from an Investment Advisor
BankFive
May 22
People often hear terms like “financial planner” or “investment advisor” and wonder if they should...
Announcing the Tobias S. Monte Music Scholarship
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
May 21
The Board of Trustees of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra has established a music scholarship in...
Memorial Day VFW History Pop-Up
Sippican Historical Society
May 20
Come to the Marion Music Hall on May 27, 2024 from 9 am until noon for the pop-up exhibit of photos...
Memorial Day VFW History Pop-Up
Sippican Historical Society
May 20
Come to the Marion Music Hall on May 27, 2024 from 9 am until noon for the pop-up exhibit of photos...
Memorial Day VFW History Pop-Up
Sippican Historical Society
May 20
Come to the Marion Music Hall on May 27, 2024 from 9 am until noon for the pop-up exhibit of photos...
3rd Annual SHRED DAY!
Bernadette Kelly Group
May 17
FREE AND OPEN TO ALL, INCLUDING BUSINESSES! SECURELY DISPOSE OF YOUR DOCUMENTS AND OTHER SENSITIVE...
Makepeace Community Gardens Kickoff Saturday!
Damien’s Pantry
May 16
The kickoff meeting for Makepeace Community Gardens at Damien’s Pantry is this Saturday 5/18 from 1...
Season Finale May 18: The Way of Passion
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
May 16
On Saturday, May 18, the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra (NBSO) presents Many Contrasts in the...
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Upcoming Events
Friday, May 24
5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Painting exhibit coming to walls of Marion Art Center
Saturday, May 25
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Start, expand garden with plant sale by Mattapoisett...
1:30 pm
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3:00 pm
Quilt exhibit, sewing class coming in May at...
Monday, May 27
9:00 am
Marion Memorial Day remembrances to feature local...
Tuesday, May 28
6:30 pm
to
7:30 pm
Learn about the American healthcare system at...
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Classifieds
EXPERIENCED CARPENTER
Red Brook Masonry
Summer Reading Tutor
Giant Neighborhood Yard Sale
Michaels Gutter Cleaning And...
Seven Knights Cleaning & Home...
HANDYMAN AND MORE!
Condo Rental@British Landing in...
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Real Estate
SOLD! 33 Osborne Avenue, Wareham
Wareham
375,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 33 Osborne Ave, Wareham!...
Upper Cape Realty
New Construction in Sagamore Highlands
Bourne
1,499,000.00
Elegant Coastal Colonial Sagamore Beach. MAKING PROGRESS TOWARDS COMPLETION! Set on one of the area...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! 4 PARK CIRCLE SOLD!
Wareham
384,500.00
4 Park Circle. East Wareham. Panaramic Water Views Rare Find at beautiful White Island Pond . Just...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
Together We’ll Find Your Home
Hometown
0.00
GOALS for 2023 include owning a brand new home? We're excited for you! That's our expertise .....
Upper Cape Realty
Nice Pondfront Two Family in Bourne
Bourne
409,900.00
Wow! Super Location! Side by side two family home fronts Bourne Pond. Each unit offers two bedrooms...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
Duxbury Open House
Hometown
739,000.00
Open House this Saturday, 1/06/2024 from 12:00-2:00pm. Located at 198 Keene St, Duxbury, this is a...
Bernadette Kelly Group
Raynham Colonial SOLD
Hometown
825,000.00
Welcome to this stunning 4bdrm, 2.5-bath colonial home nestled in a beautiful neighborhood...
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
SOLD by Upper Cape Realty
Hometown
410,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 4 of our listings this month! Agents...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Long Pond Village
Plymouth
249,000.00
SOLD! Feel like you missed out? Reach out to agent Mitch Henault and let him find your next place!...
Upper Cape Realty
Waterfront Pending Sale!
Bourne
990,000.00
Idyllic Waterfront on Little Buttermilk Bay! Welcome home to this lovingly cared for custom built...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
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