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Two Old Rochester seniors among recipients of Mattapoisett Lions Club 2024 scholarships
Old Rochester Regional seniors named South Coast Conference Academic All-Stars
Six events coming to Marion Art Center for ArtWeek SouthCoast
Troop 31 Boy Scouts from Marion accepted into Order of the Arrow
Plumb Memorial Library to hold May book sale
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School district agenda item not recommended by Rochester Select Board
Sneaker-loving Cardoso steps into new role
Wareham company makes donation to Marion bike path project
Rochester firefighter to take center stage in comedy event
Speed limit changes could be ‘first step’ toward safer streets
News
Rochester town administrator resigns
ROCHESTER — After a little over two years in the post, Rochester Town Administrator Glenn Cannon has announced his...
Rochester Board of Health releases information regarding H5N1 Bird Flu
ROCHESTER — H5N1, or “Bird Flu,” is a naturally occurring virus among wild aquatic birds — also known as wild waterfowl —...
Marion releases Town Meeting and election information
MARION — Marion’s annual Town Meeting will be held Monday, May 13 followed by the town election Friday, May 17. Those who...
Tabor Academy students help Penny Pincher’s Exchange
MARION — Penny Pincher’s Exchange, a volunteer group located in Marion’s Elizabeth Tabor Chapel, received help from six...
Patrol boat funding up for vote at Marion Town Meeting
MARION – Town Meeting voters in Marion aren’t seeing double. Two items on the Marion Town Meeting agenda, 16 and 16A, will...
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Schools
School district agenda item not recommended by Rochester Select Board
ROCHESTER — Ahead of town meetings in Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester, Old Rochester Regional School District...
Robot dog impresses at Rochester Memorial School
ROCHESTER — A dog was on the loose at Rochester Memorial School, but there was no worry of the canine biting students or...
Sippican Elementary School holds ‘Arts in Action’ event
MARION — Sippican Elementary School students participated in an “Arts in Action” show Wednesday, April 10. The show...
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Opinion
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...
Opinion: Marion should revisit Green Communities deal
To the editor: Saving on energy is a good thing. More efficient appliances, better mileage for vehicles and alternative...
Opinion: On the safety of Marion’s Converse Road
To the editor: On Easter Sunday, before we sat down for our Easter meal, I almost lost my daughter and infant granddaughter...
Opinion: Support Marion’s participation in the Green Communities program
To the editor: I encourage Marion residents to attend the Select Board meeting on May 7 to support the town’s participation...
Opinion: Regarding subjugation of women on the Marion Planning Board
To the editor: On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, during the Marion Planning Board meeting, I felt as though I was witnessing a...
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Obituaries
Richard R. Langhoff, 88
Richard R. Langhoff, 88, of Mattapoisett died April 25, 2024 unexpectedly at Tobey Hospital.He was the husband of Ilona B. (...
Ingrid E. Hellgren, 65
Ingrid E. Hellgren, 65 April 26, 1958 – January 6, 2024 Ingrid Elizabeth Hellgren, 65, spent the summers of her childhood...
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...
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Rochester town administrator resigns
Sneaker-loving Cardoso steps into new role
Patrol boat funding up for vote at Marion Town Meeting
Speed limit changes could be ‘first step’ toward safer streets
Rochester celebrates Arbor Day with freshly-planted trees
Flag hoisted in Mattapoisett to celebrate Arbor Day
Mattapoisett Select Board approves Town Meeting agenda
Mattapoisett Select Board interviews candidate for library director
Wareham company makes donation to Marion bike path project
School district agenda item not recommended by Rochester Select Board
Sports
Old Colony girls lacrosse grows, works together
ROCHESTER — In the span of a year, girls lacrosse at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School grew from 26...
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...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Sneaker-loving Cardoso steps into new role
MATTAPOISETT — On the night of Mattapoisett’s Town Meeting agenda being finalized, Officer Adalberto “Junior” Cardoso’s...
Rochester firefighter to take center stage in comedy event
According to Rochester firefighter and paramedic Mark Lawrence, having a good sense of humor is “almost a prerequisite” in...
Marion Police Department introduces body-worn cameras
MARION — The Marion Police Department announced Friday, April 12 that it launched a body-worn camera program. As part of...
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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...
Randy Parker
Marion Select Board incumbent Randy Parker, who is running for re-election to the position that he has held since 2018, said...
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...
“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...
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Happenings
Spruce up your garden at Marion plant sale
The Marion Garden Group is hosting its bi-annual plant sale on Saturday, May 11, at Bicentennial Park. The sale runs from 9...
Discover native bird species with Mattapoisett Land Trust
Join the Mattapoisett Land Trust and the Nasketucket Bird Club for an educational birding walk on Sunday, May 5 from 8:30 to...
Arbor Day presentation to be held in Rochester
ROCHESTER — Celebrate Arbor Day in Rochester. On Friday, April 26, there will be a brief presentation for the tree...
Quilt exhibit, sewing class coming in May at Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — As part of its artist series, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library will be presenting a quilt exhibit during...
Rochester Historical Society to hold May evening of song and stories
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Historical Society will be having a spring evening of song and stories. On Wednesday, May 15 at 7...
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Arts
Tri-Town writers and artists share work in latest issue of ‘Sippizine’
The latest issue of “Sippizine” includes the work of ten writers and artists from across the South Coast. The community...
Marion Art Center announces three summer youth programs
MARION — The Marion Art Center will be holding three programs this summer for children of different ages. For kids ages 4...
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...
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Business
‘Every day is an adventure’: Marion Antique Shop celebrates 50 years
MARION — Marion resident Frank McNamee remembers attending antique shows with his mother when he was just 8 years old. An...
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...
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From Our Members
Gleason Family YMCA’s Zumba De Mayo
YMCA Southcoast
Apr 29
Grab your friends & shake your sombrero’s at Stone Path Malt Taproom on Monday May 6th, 6pm to...
Smith Mills Preschool & Kindergarten is Hiring!
Smith Mills Preschool & Kindergarten
Apr 29
Smith Mills Preschool & Kindergarten is looking for dynamic EEC certified Preschool Teachers/...
Join Southcoast Health for Hiring Events at all Three Hospital Locations
Southcoast Health
Apr 26
Southcoast Health is hosting three open house hiring events for Registered Nurses, CNAs, ED...
2024 Cape Cod Canal Day Food Truck Line Up!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
Apr 26
The official Food Truck List for Cape Cod Canal Day, September 21, 11am-6pm! Join us for a fun...
Does the market feel like a roller coaster ?
Upper Cape Realty
Apr 26
Hey There - Melissa here. Checking to see if you have any questions about the current market. I...
Chamber Series Finale April 27 & 28
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Apr 23
The South Coast Chamber Music Series (SCCMS) presents the season finale “Banquet” during the last...
Business Connections, Canal Cruise a Co-Chamber Event!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
Apr 22
Join us for our annual Business Connections Canal Cruise event with the Cranberry Country Chamber!...
Google’s Chrome browser – private or not?
ACT Smart IT
Apr 19
David Snell’s Tech Talk If you still hold any notion that Google Chrome’s “Incognito mode” is a...
Have you seen them? Let us know!
Massachusetts Butterfly Club
Apr 18
The 2024 butterfly season is underway, and we couldn’t be more excited! This year, the...
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...
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Upcoming Events
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6:30 pm
Award-winning South Coast poets to read at...
Wednesday, May 1
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8:30 pm
League of Women Voters to hold Mattapoisett...
Saturday, May 4
9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Find unique items at Mattapoisett Woman’s Club tag sale
10:00 am
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2:00 pm
Learn how to Photoshop with Marion Art Center workshop
12:00 pm
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2:00 pm
Rochester church to host ladies luncheon
2:00 pm
Musician and author to perform songs of Johnny Cash...
Sunday, May 5
8:30 am
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Discover native bird species with Mattapoisett Land...
Monday, May 6
4:00 pm
Sippican Choral Society to perform ‘Songs of Solace’
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Real Estate
SOLD! Stunning views of Mark's Cove
Wareham
325,000.00
MLS #72877323: Classic, rustic, summer retreat cottage surrounded by nature preserves. Perfect for...
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SOLD! Waterfront Summer Cottage
Wareham
325,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 54 Shady Lane in Wareham!...
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4 Bedroom Ranch in Pocasset, just minutes from Barlows Landing Beach!
Bourne
529,000.00
A Cape Cod lover’s dream! This spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath, ranch sits on a corner lot with an...
Bernadette Kelly Group
New in Onset Village
Wareham
550,000.00
Simply sparkling builders own home in he heart of the village. Take a look! INFORMATION AND PHOTOS
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UNDER AGREEMENT - Mark’s Cove
Wareham
249,900.00
Attention savvy builders looking for an opportunity! This beautiful 3.58 acre lot is located on...
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Sold! Sagamore Beach
Bourne
759,000.00
NEW CONSTRUCTION ANYONE? Sagamore Beach. Just what you ordered! A new home with outstanding...
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SOLD in Orleans
Hometown
399,000.00
ORLEANS: Location, location, location! Walk to Main Street or bike to Skaket Beach! Town records...
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SOLD! Mobile Home in Easton
Hometown
180,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 220 Fifth Street, Easton! Listing...
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SOLD! Mashpee
Hometown
525,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 57 Old Colony Drive, Mashpee! Listing...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Garden Homes Estates
Wareham
89,000.00
PET FRIENDLY park and this one needs no work! All been done for you!
Gorgeous inside and...
Upper Cape Realty
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