Old Colony looks for a revote on building project ROCHESTER — Leaders of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School are calling for a… Marion and Rochester chiefs elected as leaders of police chiefs association Marion Police Chief Richard Nighelli and Rochester Police Chief Michael Assad were selected as the… Tri-Towns persevere through foot of snowAs Massachusetts’s biggest snowstorm in several years comes to an end, Tri-Town residents and… Large house fire breaks out in MattapoisettMATTAPOISETT — A large, fast-moving fire broke out at a Mattapoisett home Monday afternoon. Several… Tri-Town weathers a snowy Sunday With heavy snowfall across Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester continuing through Monday, residents… What's New David Titus Michelle Logan McLean-Russell, 66 Marion Art Center summer program registration opens soon Ham and Bean Dinner with the Marion Social Club Rochester Democratic Committee food drive Most Popular Large house fire breaks out in Mattapoisett Four unit apartment catches fire in Mattapoisett Mary Hope Dean, 78 The future of Marion looks more pedestrian friendly Mattapoisett addressing ecological, safety concerns with $3.5 million grant News Old Colony looks for a revote on building project ROCHESTER — Leaders of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School are calling for a revote after a November bid… Marion and Rochester chiefs elected as leaders of police chiefs association Marion Police Chief Richard Nighelli and Rochester Police Chief Michael Assad were selected as the respective president and… Tri-Towns persevere through foot of snow As Massachusetts’s biggest snowstorm in several years comes to an end, Tri-Town residents and employees are surviving the… Tri-Town weathers a snowy Sunday With heavy snowfall across Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester continuing through Monday, residents are “hunkering down” and… Old Rochester athletic field construction continues, causes closures through next year MATTAPOISETT— Construction is underway on the Old Rochester Regional High School athletic fields, bringing improvements to… Schools Rochester student receives academic honors HINGHAM — A Rochester student was recognized as part of a Hingham school’s honor roll. Ninth-grader Bella Glynn was… Service project feeds families at Old Rochester Junior High MATTAPOISETT — Seventh-grader Andrew Cody rushes around a small room in his junior high school’s building. He’s busy… State grant funds career development at Old Rochester MATTAPOISETT — Old Rochester Regional High School will soon receive a $75,000 state grant to support career development.… Opinion Letter to the editor: We the People need to stand up “The Constitution of the United States is the final refuge of every right that is enjoyed by any American. So long as it is… Letter to the editor: Response to youth engagement Dear Editor, A huge thank you goes to Nicki Demakis for highlighting the importance of Town Meeting and municipal… Letter to the editor: Why The Young People of Our Community Matter Mattapoisett holds its Annual Town Meeting in early May followed by its municipal elections. Both events quietly shape… 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… Obituaries David Titus David Titus, 1939–2026 David Titus of Marion MA passed away unexpectedly on Friday night, surrounded by his family. A… Michelle Logan McLean-Russell, 66 Michelle Logan McLean-Russell, 66, of Marion, MA and Pacific Grove, CA, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026 in… Richard A. Rucker, 87 Richard A. Rucker, 87, of Rochester passed away peacefully at home on Thursday January 15, 2026. He was the beloved husband… Judith R. Anthony, 86 Judith R. (Kelsey) Anthony, 86, of Mattapoisett passed away at home on Tuesday January 20, 2026 after a brief illness. Born… William Edmund Riseley III, 75 William Edmund Riseley III, 75, passed away on January 11, 2026 after an extended illness at his home in Marion, MA. His… Old Colony looks for a revote on building project Marion and Rochester chiefs elected as leaders of police chiefs association Tri-Towns persevere through foot of snow Large house fire breaks out in Mattapoisett Tri-Town weathers a snowy Sunday The future of Marion looks more pedestrian friendly Old Rochester swim team dives into season Tri-Town prepares for weekend of heavy snowfall Four unit apartment catches fire in Mattapoisett Under-budget building project will pay for solar panels in Marion Sports Old Rochester swim team dives into season WAREHAM — With no pool of their own, Old Rochester Regional High School swimmers crowd the lanes of the Gleason Family YMCA… Old Rochester athlete sprints past school record MATTAPOISETT — When Phoebe Cowles crossed the finish line at an indoor track meet late last year, she was met with cheering… Old Rochester Lady Bulldogs look for improvement in winter season MATTAPOISETT — For the girls basketball team at Old Rochester Regional High School, this season is all about getting better… 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… People 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… ‘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 “Love bird” walk with the Sippican Lands Trust MARION — Calling all bird lovers and lovebirds alike. Join Sippican Lands Trust and members of the Nasketucket Bird Club for… Creative Expression Contest with Tri-Town Against Racism Tri-Town Against Racism will host their seventh annual Black History Month Creative Expression Contest. This year the… Coast Guard auxiliary to offer safe boating courses WAREHAM — The Wareham and Marion U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla is offering several one-day safe boating courses.… February storytimes and Bugman petting zoo at the Elizabeth Taber Library MARION — The Elizbeth Taber library is hosting multiple events for the rest of January and February. Cozy Cup book… Upcoming Afterschool programs at the Marion Natural History Museum MARION — Afterschool programs return to the Marion Natural History museum. To register for any of these programs or to… Arts Marion Art Center all wrapped up in new exhibit MARION — While there is always an abundance of art inside the Marion Art Center, a traveling exhibit is bringing a unique… 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… Business Turk's Seafood expands with purchase of former Rustico building MATTAPOISETT — When Turk’s Seafood ends its season each year, owner Richard Pasquil and his staff ask themselves how to… From Our Members We're Back at The Z! New Bedford Symphony Orchestra Jan 27 New Bedford Symphony Offers a Midwinter Reset Through Soul-… The Best Payment Methods to Use on a Cruise BankFive Jan 26 Going on a cruise is an exciting way to see new places and take some time to relax. But when you… Damien's Pantry Closed Tuesday Jan 27th Damien’s Pantry Jan 26 Southcoast Health Expands Care Teams with Four New Providers Southcoast Health Jan 22 Southcoast Health is pleased to announce that the… See what our patients are saying about us Southcoast Dental Jan 20 “I cannot recommend Southcoast Dental enough! My daughter needed a tooth fixed, and the entire… Do you snore? There could be relief Southcoast Dental Jan 20 Better Sleep. Better Health. 😴 Snoring can lead to restless nights, low energy, and poor… What if dental visits didn't make you nervous? Southcoast Dental Jan 20 What if dental visits didn't make you nervous? 😌 At Southcoast Dental, we've eliminated… Stage Left, Stage Right: Arts at the Stone Church Plays Both Arts at the Stone Church Jan 20 Get ready to mark your calendars for an evening that celebrates both creative talent… Rolling in the Dough Valentine Cookie Pop-Up at Tide & True Tide & True Jan 16 Award winning cookier, Debi Lindsey-Morrison of Rolling in the Dough is popping up at Tide &… Valentine's Day at Tide & True Tide & True Jan 16 Will you be our Valentine's? Stop by Tide & True for a fun filled Valentine's Day Saturday… Upcoming Events Thursday, January 29 3:00 pm to9:00 pm Enjoy Lucky Goat Brewing & Support Damien's Pantry Friday, January 30 6:00 pm Learn about beavers at the Marion Natural History... 6:00 pm Saturday, January 31 6:00 pm to8:00 pm Guardians and Little Angels Dance at Old Rochester... 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
