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Old Rochester seniors learn financial literacy at fair
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New equipment added to Sippican Elementary School playground
Marion Police Department introduces body-worn cameras
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Mattapoisett runners complete 2024 Boston Marathon
Mattapoisett runners to compete in 2024 Boston Marathon
Two candidates face off for Marion Select Board seat
‘It’s like a celebration.’ Painting exhibition opens at Marion Art Center
Marion resident shares 44 years of travel with photo cards
News
Two candidates face off for Marion Select Board seat
Two candidates are facing off for a seat on the Marion Select Board. Diane Lopes Flaherty is running against incumbent...
Marion Town Meeting agenda released
MARION – From Marion’s nearly $29 million operating budget, to a town-wide “thickly settled” speed limit, to a proposal to...
Rochester’s senior tax work off abatement policy amended
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Select Board unanimously voted to amend conditions of the town’s senior tax work-off abatement...
Mattapoisett approved for Tree City USA program for 16th year
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Tree Committee announced that its application to participate in the national Arbor Day...
Teen board at Mattapoisett Library seeking animal shelter donations
MATTAPOISETT — The Teen Advisory Board at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library is collecting donations for the Fairhaven...
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Schools
Student Opportunity Act to prioritize high-needs students
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional School Committee unanimously approved Student Opportunity Act terms to be sent to...
Mattapoisett Woman’s Club to offer continuing education scholarship
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club is offering a continuing education scholarship. The award will be given to a...
Mattapoisett Scholarship Committee seeks applicants for scholarships
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Scholarship Committee is seeking graduating high school seniors to apply for scholarships....
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Opinion
Opinion: Thanks from the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library
To the Editor: The Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library would like to thank all of those who participated in making their...
Opinion: Save our Green Community Designation
To the editor: It’s hard to believe that the town of Marion would vote to end its status as a Green Community, but the...
Opinion: Should Marion remain a Green Community?
To the editor: In late 2018, Marion was accepted into the Massachusetts Green Community Program. To date, 83% of Mass...
Opinion: Town should form steering committee for village roadway project
To the Editor: A sincere “Thanks for Coming” to the Feb. 28 Mattapoisett Tree Committee meeting last week! We estimate...
Opinion: regarding the Mattapoisett Fire Station
To the Editor: This is to follow up on my letters regarding the sale of the Mattapoisett Fire Station under RFP#22-26. I...
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Obituaries
Mary Jane Rimmer-Doherty, 81
Mary Jane Rimmer-Doherty, 81, of Mattapoisett died March 30, 2024 at Sippican Health Care Center surrounded by her family....
Dale Muther Allison, Ph.D., 81
Dale Muther Allison, Ph.D. age 81 of Marion, MA formerly of Honolulu, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Newtown Highlands...
Mildred Mae (Mann) Teal, 96
Mildred Mae (Mann) Teal was born on February 13, 1928 to Nina (Hightower) and John Ellis Mann. She passed away quietly at...
Elizabeth "Beth" Anne Schaefer
Elizabeth "Beth" Anne Schaefer passed away peacefully at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA with family by her...
Stephen A. Mello, 70
WEST WAREHAM — Stephen A. Mello, 70, of West Wareham passed away peacefully Friday, March 22, 2024 at home surrounded by his...
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Two candidates face off for Marion Select Board seat
Marion Town Meeting agenda released
Rochester’s senior tax work off abatement policy amended
Student Opportunity Act to prioritize high-needs students
Mattapoisett runners complete 2024 Boston Marathon
Marion resident shares 44 years of travel with photo cards
Mattapoisett runners to compete in 2024 Boston Marathon
‘It’s like a celebration.’ Painting exhibition opens at Marion Art Center
Two candidates face off for Mattapoisett Select Board seat
Mattapoisett Select Board closes Town Meeting warrant, to include more than 20 items
Sports
Mattapoisett runners complete 2024 Boston Marathon
Mattapoisett was well-represented April 15 at the 2024 Boston Marathon. Mattapoisett resident Bethany Couto completed the...
Mattapoisett runners to compete in 2024 Boston Marathon
The 2024 Boston Marathon will have some representation from the Tri-Town, namely Mattapoisett. The 128th edition of the...
‘Young’ Old Rochester Baseball team gains experience by the game
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional High School baseball team had a tough task on Tuesday, April 9 as they faced off...
“It was a dream come true”: Mattapoisett resident debuts in UFC
MATTAPOISETT — On ESPN on a Saturday night, Connor Matthews entered the octagon for his Ultimate Fighting Championship debut...
Mattapoisett resident to make UFC debut
MATTAPOISETT — Connor Matthews and about a dozen others were in his parents’ basement on a Sunday afternoon. In pairs, most...
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People
Diane Lopes Flaherty
Marion Select Board candidate Diane Lopes Flaherty spent the first 20 years of her life in the town before moving to Boston...
Rochester author chronicles ocean research trip in third book
ROCHESTER — In May 2021, Rochester resident Michelle Cusolito boarded a research ship in Vigo, Spain and didn’t step back on...
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Happenings
Rochester Republican Town Committee to hold candidates night
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Republican Town Committee is hosting a candidates night Wednesday, May 8 beginning at 6:30 p.m....
Buzzards Bay Sail & Power Squadron to hold spring boat safety course, seminars
Buzzards Bay Sail & Power Squadron, a local boating organization part of United States Power Squadron (America’s Boating...
Rochester church to host ladies luncheon
ROCHESTER — A Ladies Friendship Luncheon will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at First...
Award-winning South Coast poets to read at Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — Award-winning members of the Southcoast Poets will read at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Tuesday,...
League of Women Voters to hold Mattapoisett candidates night
MATTAPOISETT — The League of Women Voters of South Coast will be hosting a candidates’ night. All candidates running for...
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Arts
Sippican Choral Society to perform ‘Songs of Solace’
MARION — Join the Sippican Choral Society in Wickenden Chapel Sunday, May 5 at 4 p.m. for “Songs of Solace.” The program...
‘It’s like a celebration.’ Painting exhibition opens at Marion Art Center
MARION — Locals flocked to the Marion Art Center on Saturday, April 13 to get a glimpse at a new collection of artwork...
Grab a take home kit for April Vacation
MATTAPOISETT — Looking for April Vacation activities? The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will be offering take home kits...
Painting exhibit coming to walls of Marion Art Center
MARION — Between Saturday, April 13 and Friday, May 17, take a look at paintings done by Joshua Baptista and Bernie Klim on...
Shop, sell art materials at first ever Marion ‘YArt’ sale
MARION — It’s a yard sale. It’s an art sale. It’s a “YArt” sale. The Marion Art Center will host its first ever “YArt” Sale...
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Business
Mattapoisett store opening marks sole bookstore in Tri-Town
MATTAPOISETT — The first job Amélie de Beaumont-Mabee ever wanted was to be a librarian. As a kid who loved books, she...
Interior decor store, studio emphasizes comforts of home
MATTAPOISETT — Bethany Jay’s favorite thing to hear from someone about her store is that they’d like to move in and live...
After two-plus decades in Fairhaven, a hair salon finds new home in Marion
MARION — After 26 years in Fairhaven, Gloria and Company, a hair salon and day spa, needed to move. The building the...
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From Our Members
Get a Home Energy Assessment This Earth Day
BankFive
Apr 17
With Earth Day coming up on April 22nd, you may find yourself wondering how you can reduce your...
Volunteering on the SouthCoast
Friends of Dartmouth Libraries
Apr 15
Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries on Thursday, May 16, at 1:30 p.m. for a presentation on...
PCT Federal Credit Union Welcomes Dan Picard as New CEO
PCT Federal Credit Union
Apr 12
For Immediate Release West Wareham, Massachusetts – April 11, 2024 PCT Federal Credit Union Board...
Vineyard Wind – New Bedford and Beyond
Friends of Dartmouth Libraries
Apr 11
Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries on Tuesday, May 7, at 2 p.m. to hear local photographer...
Art and Oranges on April 13!
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Apr 11
“Many Contrasts” Featuring
The Love for Three Oranges
coming April 13 New Bedford Creative...
MAC YArt Sale! Vendor applications closing next week!
Marion Art Center
Apr 11
The first-ever MAC YArt Sale is happening! Saturday, April 27, 10:00am-2:00pm Join us for the...
5 Fun Ways to Teach Your Child Financial Independence
BankFive
Apr 10
Children typically start asking questions about money around age five when they notice adults...
FREE Open Rehearsal Friday, April 12
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Apr 10
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra invites you to experience a rehearsal for our April 13 concert...
THE NEW WAY TO SELL REAL ESTATE
Curtis Nunes Real Estate
Apr 09
Now you can sell your home and pay one fixed price, no more percentages. You will receive the same...
2 5 Star Google Review’s
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
Apr 08
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Upcoming Events
Friday, April 19
1:00 pm
Elvis tribute coming to Marion Council on Aging
Saturday, April 20
9:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Join the Rochester Women's Club for an Earth Day...
9:00 am
to
11:00 am
Sign up for an Earth Day cleanup in Mattapoisett
2:00 pm
Award-winning poets to read at Mattapoisett Library
Sunday, April 21
12:00 pm
Enjoy a taste of Italy with the Marion Social Club
6:30 pm
Lamb of God Christian Church to hold evangelistic...
Wednesday, April 24
(All day)
Southworth Library Book Sale – A Great Community Event!
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Classifieds
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Wareham-British Landings Condo...
Zecco Marina in Wareham is Hiring
Michaels Gutter Cleaning And...
Green Shuttle - Hiring Drivers
Eric Cordeiro Electric
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Real Estate
Sold! Swifts Beach Stilt House
Wareham
429,000.00
SOLD! Are you thinking of selling or buying? We're here 7 days a week to answer any questions you...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Onset Island
Wareham
285,500.00
ONSET ISLAND! Waterview Cottage. There are no cars, no stores, no Amazon deliveries. WHAT A GREAT...
Upper Cape Realty
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
Just Listed Gateway Shores, Wareham $424,900
Wareham
424,900.00
Terrific Split Ranch move-in ready. Lower level framed out to be finished as you see fit!
Bernadette Kelly Group
SOLD SOLD! Swifts Beach Mobile Home Park #19
Wareham
245,000.00
2015 Skyline from Salem Manufactured Homes. DOUBLE WIDE and Built Sturdy for harsh New England...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
Sold Over asking 30+ showings 12 offers!!
Wareham
399,000.00
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom,1.5-bathroom home nestled on a spacious 1.39-acre lot. This...
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
SOLD! Mogan Park - 55+ Community
Wareham
189,000.00
SOLD! Let Katie find you a place too! Katie Wagner 978-602-6640 | kwagner@uppercaperealty.com |...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Swifts Beach
Wareham
379,900.00
MLS # 72920434 Not your typical Swift's Beach cottage! This cute and cozy Ranch has been completely...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD ... Jefferson Shores on Buttermilk Bay
Wareham
425,000.00
Jefferson Shores overlooking Buttermilk Bay, this vintage 1925 Cape Cod Cottage style ranch is a...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD!! Onset Village Beauty!
Wareham
540,000.00
Just Sold. 30 East Central Ave. Onset Village. A 2 year old colonial in new condition!...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
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