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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
Rochester political action group again supports, opposes candidates
Candidates familiar and new earn victories at Mattapoisett town election
Opinion: On the context of some Old Rochester Regional statistics
Lt. Gov. Driscoll, state officials visit Marion harbormaster construction site
News
‘I’m like that friend you just come and have coffee with’: Healing Villa moves to Marion
MARION — Eydie Matteos said her business “Healing Villa” is made up of three components: Reiki healing, retail and community...
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...
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Schools
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll visits Sippican Elementary School
MARION — About 400 kids cheered when the two black SUVs pulled up to Sippican Elementary School. Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll...
Photos: Old Rochester graduating seniors revisit, stroll through elementary schools
MATTAPOISETT — Graduating students at Old Rochester Regional High School observed the “senior stroll” tradition Friday, May...
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...
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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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‘I’m like that friend you just come and have coffee with’: Healing Villa moves to Marion
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll visits Sippican Elementary School
Photos: Old Rochester graduating seniors revisit, stroll through elementary schools
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
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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From Our Members
The secrets to make your laptop battery live longer
ACT Smart IT
May 24
Could you imagine what it must have been like doing business 30 years ago, before you had a decent...
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...
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Upcoming Events
Monday, May 27
9:00 am
Marion Memorial Day remembrances to feature local...
Tuesday, May 28
6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
Learn about the American healthcare system at...
Saturday, June 1
9:00 am
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1:00 pm
Move on from unused appliances with Lions Club
2:00 pm
Poetry reading at Mattapoisett Library
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Real Estate
Onset Beach! SOLD!
Wareham
2,100,000.00
DiVito Realty is proud to announce, this waterfrom beauty is SOLD! This beautifully remodeled...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
SOLD! Taunton Mansard Colonial
Hometown
400,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 268 Winthrop Street in Taunton!...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Waterfront Mobile Home
Wareham
119,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on 3030 Cranberry Highway Unit 15 in...
Upper Cape Realty
Middleboro Commercial Condo Under Agreement
Middleboro
70,000.00
Terrific condo with loads of parking. Almost 1000sf, corner unit.
Bernadette Kelly Group
SOLD! Cromesett Road
Wareham
220,000.00
The good folks at Wareham Land Trust are the new neighbors!
It is always exciting to...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! 60 Twelfth St Onset
Wareham
359,900.00
FULLY RENOVATED in 2018! Lovely Dutch Gambrel with 3 bedrooms & 1 bath located near Onset Beach...
Ginny Lewis, Realtor ~ Divito Realty Inc
Affordable Commercial Unit
Middleboro
80,000.00
Why rent when you can have your own space for your business at an affordable price.
Bernadette Kelly Group
SOLD! Sagamore Highlands
Bourne
1,055,000.00
CAPE SAGAMORE LUXURY BUILD Sagamore Beach. Builder's custom home with attractive roof lines and...
Upper Cape Realty
4 bedroom Cape on Dead-End
Wareham
450,000.00
Agent Melissa Almeida is hosting an OPEN HOUSE on Sunday from 1-3pm at 18 Linwood Ave, Wareham This...
Upper Cape Realty
Stunning Wareham Waterfront
Wareham
1,700,000.00
Open House May 17, 4:00-6:00pm Let’s watch the sun paint the water beautiful on this lovely Spring...
Bernadette Kelly Group
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