New boating regulations ensure education, safety on the waters A new boater safety law will soon come into effect for Massachusetts motorboat operators.… Friends of Jack supports pediatric health around the South Coast MATTAPOISETT — Jill Fearons never left her son Jack’s side when he was admitted to Boston Children… Marion town administrator will not leave position for Harwich HARWICH — Marion Town administrator Geoffrey Gorman was not selected for an open town administrator… Marion Town Administrator vies for new job in Harwich HARWICH — Geoffrey Gorman, the town administrator for Marion, is running for the open town… Over 200 gather to voice opposition over ICEMATTAPOISETT — Over 200 people from across the South Coast showed up to an anti-ICE rally in front… What's New Upcoming Afterschool programs at the Marion Natural History Museum Quahog Reading Program and more return to the Mattapoisett Library Marion Community Preservation Committee applications available Join Saints Youth Group for a saucy supper Elizabeth Taber Library closures and events Most Popular Deborah "Debbie" Jean (Westgate) Donati, 69 Turk's Seafood expands with purchase of former Rustico building Over 200 gather to voice opposition over ICE Marion Town Administrator vies for new job in Harwich Marion town administrator will not leave position for Harwich News New boating regulations ensure education, safety on the waters A new boater safety law will soon come into effect for Massachusetts motorboat operators. Beginning April 1, the Hanson-… Friends of Jack supports pediatric health around the South Coast MATTAPOISETT — Jill Fearons never left her son Jack’s side when he was admitted to Boston Children’s Hospital at 5 years… Mural competition coming to Marion to decorate Town Hall MARION — A mural competition to decorate the main entrance of the newly constructed Marion Town Hall will take place this… Old Rochester Regional School District awarded agricultural education grant MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional School District was awarded a $30,000 grant to support their Grow Education… A whalin’ we must go: The Tri-towns participation in the annual “Moby-Dick” Marathon NEW BEDFORD — Several Tri-town residents were among the 3,000 readers who spent 25 hours on one mission — reading "Moby-… Schools Old Colony junior rebuilds father’s first generation Xbox 360 ROCHESTER — Tyler Moskos hit a “gold mine” when he found his fathers first generation Xbox 360 tucked away in the family… Old Colony culinary students dish about their favorite holiday foods ROCHESTER — Good things come to those who bake! From apple pie to Christmas roast, Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical… Green thumbs up with Marion Institute’s Grow Education program MATTAPOISETT — Third and fourth grade Tri-town students get their hands dirty and thumbs green with the Marion Institute’s… Opinion Letter to the editor: Thank you for the support of Old Colony To the Residents and Members of the Old Colony School Community, On behalf of the Old Colony District School Committee, I… Letter to the editor: Old Colony Deserves a Yes Vote — Here's Why On November 18 residents of Acushnet, Carver, Lakeville, Mattapoisett and Rochester will vote on a proposed new facility for… Letter to the editor: Rent stabilization matters To the editor: Last year, rent in Massachusetts rose faster than wages in nearly every county. For many families, this meant… Letter to the editor: Farmers Need Relief To the editor: Farming is a risky business due to unpredictable weather, commodity prices and cash flow. Now, U.S.… Letter to the editor: Regarding Town Meeting procedures To the editor: Thanks to all who attended the October 4 th Special Town Meeting. Town Meeting is a Mattapoisett tradition… Obituaries Joyce Ellen (Backus) Kohout, 94 Joyce Ellen (Backus) Kohout, 94, long-time resident of Marion, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025.… Roger Converse Gibbons, 61 Roger Converse Gibbons, 61, died at his home in Mattapoisett on January 8, 2026. He was the son of the late John D. Gibbons… Donald Soren Bjerre, 82 Donald Soren Bjerre, 82, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, at his home in Mattapoisett, MA. He was the loving… Deborah "Debbie" Jean (Westgate) Donati, 69 ALEXANDRIA, NEW HAMPSHIRE - Deborah "Debbie" Jean (Westgate) Donati, age 69, of Alexandria, New… Mary M. Schubert Mary M. Schubert of Mattapoisett, MA died at home on January 1, 2026, surrounded by family. Daughter of Robert and Natalie… New boating regulations ensure education, safety on the waters Friends of Jack supports pediatric health around the South Coast Marion town administrator will not leave position for Harwich Marion Town Administrator vies for new job in Harwich Over 200 gather to voice opposition over ICE A show to re-member: Members of the Marion Art Center display their artistry Plumb Library club knits community together Turk's Seafood expands with purchase of former Rustico building Youth basketball tryouts come to Mattapoisett Mural competition coming to Marion to decorate Town Hall Sports Youth basketball shoots for development in the Tri-town Youth basketball season has begun in the Tri-town and the Old Rochester Bulldogs third and fourth grade youth basketball… New year, same goals: Bulldogs look for wins this season MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Bulldogs dribbled into the New year with high goals despite taking a Friday night loss. The… Police, Fire & Courts Tour de fire station: Rochester fire department continues to ask for improvements ROCHESTER — The Rochester Fire Department has wanted a new fire station, with improved safety and efficiency features, for… Ex-Old Colony teacher sentenced to 5 years for raping former student BROCKTON — Andre Arsenault, a former culinary arts teacher at Old Colony Regional Vocational High School convicted of rape… People ‘Once a cheerleader, always a cheerleader’: Mattapoisett resident performs at Atlanta Falcons 60th anniversary MATTAPOISETT — Elaine Botelho was on the Atlanta Falcons’ first cheerleading squad in 1966. The 78-year-old has lived… Run for a Santa Cause: Mattapoisett mom, teacher to host fundraiser run for MS MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett mother and Fairhaven Middle School teacher Jennifer Pease was inspired by her MS diagnosis and… Happenings “Winter Fire”: South Coast Chamber Music Series returns MARION — The South Coast Chamber music series returns with a new show titled “Winter Fire”. The concert will be on Saturday… Youth theater, dance classes and more coming to the Marion Art Center MARION — The Marion Art Center has more classes and clubs for all this winter. The Center is located at 80 Pleasant St.… Winter classes at the Marion Art Center for adults MARION — The Marion Art Center is beginning their winter rotation of classes. The Center is located at 80 Pleasant St. For… Marion Art Center will show Charlie Chaplin’s “The Great Dictator” MARION — The Marion Art Center is hosting a movie night featuring “The Great Dictator.” This 1940 classic is an… Town of Marion Mural competition requirements MARION — The Town of Marion is hosting a community mural contest for the newly upgraded Town House. This initiative… Arts A show to re-member: Members of the Marion Art Center display their artistry MARION — The walls of the Marion Art Center were adorned with paintings, photographs and even quilts giving artists a chance… Plumb Library club knits community together ROCHESTER — The Joseph Plumb Library is full of artists, needles and cozy drinks when the knitting group holds its weekly… Marion photographer finds ‘The Way Home’ in new book MARION — From the still moonlit shores of Sippican Harbor to the quiet boats at rest in the water, Marion resident Tianxu… From the courthouse to the comedy clubs: A Mattapoisett man discovers his stand-up stride MATTAPOISETT — After 37 years of service in the Massachusetts court system, Mattapoisett resident Ed Doherty has retired… From Our Members Gleason Family YMCA Launches Recycled Prom Dress Drive YMCA Southcoast Jan 08 The Gleason Family YMCA is proud to announce a… How to Protect Your Business Name BankFive Jan 08 The name of your business is a critical part of your company. Not only is it essential for brand… How to Create a Budget BankFive Jan 08 Building a budget is simpler than you might think, and it can make a big difference in your… Read Together with the Wareham Land Trust: The Nature of Oaks Wareham Land Trust Jan 07 Looking for a cozy way to stay connected to nature this winter? Join the Wareham Land Trust… Teens & Screens Friends of Dartmouth Libraries Jan 04 Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries on Thursday, January 8, at 6:30 p.m. to hear Laura… Arts at the Stone Church It Ain't Over": music for a New Year Arts at the Stone Church Jan 02 Arts at the Stone Church Sampler Features New Tastes for the New Year: Wareham—… Upcoming Events Thursday, January 15 11:00 am Upcoming Presentation with the Mattapoisett Woman’s... 11:00 am 3:00 pm to9:00 pm Enjoy Lucky Goat Brewing & Support Damien's Pantry 6:00 pm Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee to host first... 6:00 pm
