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Patricia "Pat" McPartland, 74
Opinion: Supporting the expansion of Mattapoisett Select Board
Opinion: Expand the Mattapoisett Select Board to five members
Opinion: In favor of proposed Marion Historic District
Mattapoisett Disability Commission seeks grant for Shipyard Park Gazebo accessibility project
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Gregory Q. Burke, 57
Buzzards Bay Coalition to potentially purchase $7.6 million worth of land in Little Neck
Six vie for two seats in the upcoming Mattapoisett election
Three suspects arrested for stolen car hit-and-run in Mattapoisett
Town of Marion to finalize nominees for election
News
Eureka! Sippican Elementary hosts science fair
MARION — They may be small — but their minds are big. Students in first through sixth grade gathered at Sippican Elementary...
Town of Marion to finalize nominees for election
MARION — Nominations for the Marion election on Friday, May 16 are soon to be finalized, with the last date to return...
Marion residents able to get back to the books with Elizabeth Taber Library reopening
MARION — The smell of fresh paint greeted guests as they entered the Elizabeth Taber Library for its grand opening Monday,...
Six vie for two seats in the upcoming Mattapoisett election
MATTAPOISETT — The School Committee races are contentious this year with two seats open for the Mattapoisett School...
Mattapoisett Democratic Committee to hold caucus for state convention nominees
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will hold a caucus at the Mattapoisett Library on Wednesday, April...
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Schools
Old Rochester middle schoolers make their mark in mischievous murder mystery play
MATTAPOISETT — A CEO, a movie star and a musician step onto a Los Angeles bound train only to discover a plot of murder and...
Sailing for success: Old Rochester student climbs the ranks in youth military program
Zachary Travis is no stranger to the water. The 18-year-old high school senior captains the Old Rochester Regional High...
Final bows: Old Rochester Regional High School’s competition theater season comes to a close
MATTAPOISETT— After advancing to the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival semi-finals, the cast and crew behind “God of...
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Opinion
Opinion: Historic district will place undue burden on homeowners
To the editor: As long-time owners of property within Marion’s proposed historic district, our families hold dear Marion’s...
Opinion: Jennifer Rusinoski Memorial Scholarship open to donations
To the editor: A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came together to make the Jennifer Rusinoski Memorial Scholarship a...
Opinion: Protecting Marion’s historic village is top priority
To the editor: After 53 years in Marion, this is my first letter about an issue of concern for us all. Although the village...
Opinion: Concerns regarding proposed short term rental bylaw
To the editor: I want to state up front that these comments are mine as a concerned resident of Marion, and are not...
Opinion: Former historic commissioner sheds light on proposed district in Marion
To the editor: I am writing to express my support for the proposed by-law that would create a historic district in the...
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Obituaries
Patricia "Pat" McPartland, 74
Patricia "Pat" McPartland, age 74, passed away on March 17, 2025 peacefully at home. She was born in Passaic, New Jersey....
Danielle Lucille Laurent Francis, 94
Danielle Lucille Laurent Francis passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on September 6, 1930, in...
Gregory Q. Burke, 57
MARION – Gregory Q. Burke, 57, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2025, at Tobey Hospital, Wareham. He was the...
Alexis Dawn Zutaut, 18
Alexis Dawn Zutaut otherwise known as Lexy Lulu, died peacefully on March 16, 2025, at 18 years of age in Boston Children's...
David Besse Holmes
David Besse Holmes of East Falmouth passed away suddenly March 16, 2025. He was born in Boston August 1, 1955; he grew up in...
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Eureka! Sippican Elementary hosts science fair
Town of Marion to finalize nominees for election
Old Rochester middle schoolers make their mark in mischievous murder mystery play
Marion residents able to get back to the books with Elizabeth Taber Library reopening
From all around the world, students team up to squash the competition
Sailing for success: Old Rochester student climbs the ranks in youth military program
Six vie for two seats in the upcoming Mattapoisett election
Buzzards Bay Coalition to potentially purchase $7.6 million worth of land in Little Neck
Final bows: Old Rochester Regional High School’s competition theater season comes to a close
Marion Art Center presents pastel paintings in new exhibition
Sports
From all around the world, students team up to squash the competition
The Tabor Academy squash program isn't like most other high school sports. Most high school teams are made of kids from the...
Old Colony Varsity Basketball Coach Matt Trahan Retires
ROCHESTER — After 27 seasons of decisive leadership, five championships won and four coach of the year awards, Matthew...
Tri-town swimmers make a splash at New England championship
Tri-town swimmers dove head first into the pool as they competed against some of New England's best swimmers. The Riptides...
A fight to the finish: Old Rochester boys basketball loses championship in overtime game
LOWELL — The Old Rochester boys basketball team pushed the state championship into overtime at the Tsongas Center on Friday...
Old Rochester boys basketball team qualifies for state championship game
ROCHESTER — The Old Rochester boys basketball team qualified for the state championship game after defeating St. Mary’s High...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Three suspects arrested for stolen car hit-and-run in Mattapoisett
MATTAPOISETT — Three men were taken into custody by the Mattapoisett Police Department on Friday, March 21 after stealing a...
Updated: Rochester man sentenced to state prison after fatal shooting of sister’s boyfriend
ROCHESTER — After being found guilty on criminal charges relating to the deadly shooting of his sister’s boyfriend,...
Rochester man among five arrested for underage sexual exploitation
FALL RIVER — On Wednesday, March 12, Massachusetts State Police conducted an undercover operation targeting underage sexual...
Rochester Police arrest alleged rapist and kidnapper
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Police Department arrested alleged rapist and kidnapper Nicholas Carnazza on Thursday, March 6....
Rochester Fire Department assists with Freetown fire
FREETOWN — Massive flames engulfed a barn in Freetown on Saturday, March 8 in an area with no available hydrants nearby,...
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People
Marathoners go the distance for charity
MATTAPOISETT — After watching the Boston Marathon in person for the first time together in 2014, Old Rochester alumni Abby...
Get to know Marion’s new State Senator Kelly Dooner
Newly elected State Senator Kelley Dooner began her first term this month, representing Marion and the rest of the Third...
Mattapoisett woman answers the spiritual call
MATTAPOISETT — When the Rev. Patricia Berry, of Mattapoisett, was 9 years old and attending Catholic Mass she wanted to be...
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Happenings
Historic District on the Town Meeting agenda after vote
MARION — The proposed Marion historic district and accompanying bylaw will go forward following a survey presented at the...
Marion Art Center presents pastel paintings in new exhibition
MARION — The Marion Art Center announced their newest exhibition: the Pastel Paintings of Janet Schwartz and Dave Kaphammer...
Sen. Michael Rodrigues and Rep. Mark Sylvia to host Rochester public meeting
ROCHESTER — Sen. Michael Rodrigues and State Rep. Mark Sylvia will host a public meeting at the Rochester Council on Aging...
Weekend of Willie: Matt York to perform works of Willie Nelson at Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — New England singer-songwriter Matt York will perform Willie Nelson songs and tell stories about the iconic...
Don’t break the bank: Mattapoisett Library to host ‘Economic Empowerment Hour’
MATTAPOISETT — To celebrate Financial Literacy Month, the Mattapoisett Library will host an Economic Empowerment Hour with...
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Arts
Old Rochester student earns Silver Key Award for artwork
MATTAPOISETT — Coming from a family of artists and creating masterpieces long before she was old enough to attend school,...
Oh snap! Local photographer wins state and national awards
MARION — Cathleen Broderick’s greatness in photography was captured upon receiving state and national awards. The...
‘Follow your heart’: Marion actor takes his first cue at 54
MARION — Growing up in the New Hollywood era of the 1960s, Marion’s Paul Kandarian was a film fanatic. When he wasn’t at...
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Business
From grape to glass: Rochester couple transforms home into winery
ROCHESTER — For years, friends of Tony and Mary-Patrice Ruocco told them they should start selling the wine they made. They...
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Amazon is removing a key privacy feature from its Echo smart speakers — and Alexa+ is to blame
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Mar 26
On March 28, Amazon will remove the ability to have Alexa process your voice requests locally and...
How to Financially Prepare for a Child
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Mar 26
Becoming a parent is one of life's most rewarding journeys, filled with joy, love, and… a fair...
Small Biz Bunny Hop
Tide & True
Mar 26
Hop along the bunny trail and support 3 local businesses on April 6th from 11am- 4pm. Start at any...
Rotten Egg Smell in Well Water?
H2O Care
Mar 24
Rotten egg smell is a common water quality issue in the New England region usually caused by...
Chamber Concert Saturday in Marion
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Mar 24
South Coast Chamber Music Series Presents
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ÉLAN March 29, 3 PM St. Gabriel’s...
Heidi’s Boutique Pop-Up at Tide & True
Tide & True
Mar 23
Yay Heidi is coming back for some spring fun! Come by Tide and True from 11-2 to see all of Heidi's...
Last Chance to see RIPCORD!
Marion Art Center
Mar 21
It’s the last weekend to see this fun show! A few tickets left this weekend!
Artist Demonstration
Marion Art Center
Mar 21
Join us at the MAC on Saturday March 22 as Carol Flax, one of the Fiber Fusion artists will be...
Transform your smile at Southcoast Dental
Southcoast Dental
Mar 20
Transform your smile with SureSmile Clear Aligners at Southcoast Dental! Are you dreaming of a...
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Mattapoisett Woman’s Club offers three scholarships...
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Tri-County Music Association offers college and high...
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Real Estate
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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 30, 2025 from 11:00am-1:00pm Traditions Remain Strong in Sagamore...
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Winter Waterfront Rental - 22 Cove Street
Wareham
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22 Cove Street, Wareham, MA WINTER RENTAL (September - May) - DIRECT WATERFRONT WITH SCENIC WATER-...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
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