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Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee to hold monthly meeting, coffee event with state representative candidate
Rochester Women’s Club announces 2024 scholarship winners
Rochester church to hold harvest festival
Support Taber Library with dinner and a book discussion
Paranormal writer to present at Taber Library
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Preston C. Urquhart, 64
Lifesaving efforts by Mattapoisett first responders, bystanders after bike event recognized
Point Road playground to be renamed in honor of land’s former Cape Verdean proprietors
Two comebacks, two overtimes, two ‘craziest’ wins begin Old Rochester football season
Mattapoisett to address failing, undersized water tunnel
News
‘It’s a labor of love’: Penny Pinchers Exchange turns 50
MARION — Balloons, cupcakes and unbeatable prices were aplenty at the Marion Congregational Church’s Penny Pinchers Exchange...
Marion receives more than $200,000 in Green Community funds, months after mulling participation in program
MARION — More than $200,000 is coming to Marion for energy saving projects at town facilities. The funding, tied to four...
Point Road playground to be renamed in honor of land’s former Cape Verdean proprietors
MARION — Manuel and Felizarda Pina were a Cape Verdean couple who immigrated to the United States in the early 20th century...
Mattapoisett to address failing, undersized water tunnel
MATTAPOISETT — The flooding at Brookside Drive during one particular storm in 2021 was something Mattapoisett Highway...
Lifesaving efforts by Mattapoisett first responders, bystanders after bike event recognized
MATTAPOISETT — Doug Powers was in Munro Preserve at the afterparty to an annual May fundraising bike tour themed around ice...
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Schools
Plans underway for Old Rochester 40-year class of ‘85 reunion
Plans are in the works for a Tri-Town 40-year reunion later next summer. A reunion for the class of 1985 at Old Rochester...
Junior high opens on eve of first day of school to get ‘jitters out’
MATTAPOISETT — The first day of school can be nerve-inducing. Especially so, when that first day is at a new school, in a...
Students drop beach balls and pick up pencils
Tri-Town students packed up their backpacks on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 28, bidding summer farewell as they caught the...
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Opinion
Opinion: On the Mattapoisett roads project
To the editor: Mattapoisett residents interested in the proposed DOT road project may wish to tune in or attend the Select...
Opinion: Gratitude from the Friends of Elizabeth Taber Library for books donated
To the editor: On July 26 and 27, the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library had one of their many book sales at the Marion...
Opinion: On the South Coast Bikeway
To the editor: Thank you for last week’s article about the grants awarded to the shared-use paths in Marion and...
Opinion: On the road reconstruction project in Mattapoisett
To the editor: The undersigned have earned our standing as “tree-huggers” through many hours of volunteer work with the...
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Obituaries
Preston C. Urquhart, 64
Preston C. Urquhart, 64, of Mattapoisett entered into eternal rest on Saturday September 7, 2024, following a period of...
Raymond “Ray” Cebula, 78
On September 4, 2024, Raymond “Ray” Cebula, 78 of Mattapoisett left this earth and joined his parents Leo, Evelyn (Winiarski...
Sean Patrick Young, 62
Sean Patrick Young, 62, of Acushnet, passed away at St. Luke’s Hospital, the day after his birthday, on September 6, 2024...
Annelise Susanne Dexter, 66
Annelise Susanne Dexter, 66, of Rochester, MA, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2024. Born in Denmark, she was the...
Nelson P. Costa, 78
Nelson P. Costa, 78, of Marion passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024. He was the husband of Ronalie E. Wood...
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Old Rochester girls soccer is perfect to begin the year
‘It’s a labor of love’: Penny Pinchers Exchange turns 50
Two comebacks, two overtimes, two ‘craziest’ wins begin Old Rochester football season
Marion receives more than $200,000 in Green Community funds, months after mulling participation in program
Rochester town administrator meets, greets at welcoming party
Point Road playground to be renamed in honor of land’s former Cape Verdean proprietors
Rochester ceremony remembers 9/11
Mattapoisett to address failing, undersized water tunnel
Lifesaving efforts by Mattapoisett first responders, bystanders after bike event recognized
Two Tri-Town teams scrimmage in last test before season
Sports
Old Rochester girls soccer is perfect to begin the year
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional High School girls soccer team talks a lot. They talk about positioning, like...
Two comebacks, two overtimes, two ‘craziest’ wins begin Old Rochester football season
MATTAPOISETT — For the last four minutes of the fourth quarter, Old Rochester senior quarterback Gavin Martin was on one...
Two Tri-Town teams scrimmage in last test before season
ROCHESTER — The Old Rochester Regional High School boys soccer team made the approximately 20-minute drive over to Old...
Old Colony girls soccer kicks off season
ROCHESTER — The Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School girls soccer program grew from 18 players last year to...
First sign of fall: Bulldogs are back on the gridiron
MATTAPOISETT — The start of September means getting back to school and the end of summer for some. For others, turning the...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Rochester town administrator meets, greets at welcoming party
ROCHESTER — On Friday, Sept. 6, Cameron Durant finished up his last day as the human resources director of Fairhaven. By the...
Rochester ceremony remembers 9/11
ROCHESTER — Members of the Rochester police and fire departments came together on the morning of Wednesday, Sept. 11 to...
Mattapoisett woman charged with murder in New Bedford homicide
NEW BEDFORD — A Mattapoisett woman previously charged in the Tuesday, Aug. 20 homicide of a New Bedford man has now been...
Crash on Route 6 in Mattapoisett leaves one injured
MATTAPOISETT — A two-car crash on Route 6 in Mattapoisett left one driver injured and temporarily redirected traffic on the...
Updated: Mattapoisett woman allegedly kicked, stomped New Bedford man in homicide
NEW BEDFORD — A Mattapoisett woman has been arrested after allegedly stomping on the head of a man who later died near a New...
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People
Mattapoisett resident walks 27,000th mile
MATTAPOISETT — Brad Hathaway reached his house to conclude his daily walk on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 31. He turned...
Robert McConnell
In 2019, Robert McConnell reached out to the Massachusetts Republican Party. A Fairhaven resident, McConnell met with party...
Joe Pires
A lifelong South Coast resident, Joe Pires has watched an evolution from when he grew up to today. Born in New Bedford and...
Meet Mark C. Montigny
When Sen. Mark C. Montigny first entered the political world in 1993, his experience was limited to the decade of community...
Meet Molly Kivi
Molly Kivi describes herself as an outsider, but with knowledge of how the inside works. A first-time candidate, Kivi was...
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Happenings
Mattapoisett Land Trust to hold ‘big sit’ bird watch
MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Land Trust and Nasketucket Bird Club are hosting a fall birding program in the style of a “big...
Garden with native plants while supporting a local land trust
ROCHESTER — Those that are ready for fall planting and looking for more native trees, shrubs and plants for their yard now...
New exhibit ‘Two Painters, Two Friends’ coming to Marion Art Center
MARION — A new exhibit is coming to the Marion Art Center to begin the fall. “Two Painters, Two Friends,” featuring Kim...
Protect yourself from the flu
MATTAPOISETT — Flu season is fast approaching. To protect against the sickness, get a flu shot at a Board of Health clinic...
Drum the day away at the COA
MATTAPOISETT — Playing the drums increases dopamine and serotonin levels and can help reduce stress, according to a...
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Arts
Recycled materials find new life at Re-Art show
MATTAPOISETT — One person’s trash is one artist’s treasure. Pieces of art made with recycled materials were on display at...
Applications open for Rochester Cultural Council grants
The Rochester Cultural Council is attempting to bring culturally enriching programming to the Tri-Town area. The RCC is now...
'Flowers galore' at Rochester Council on Aging art show
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Senior Center was full of paintings and patterns on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 22 for the...
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Business
New pottery studio a dream fulfilled for Mattapoisett resident
WAREHAM — When Mattapoisett resident Theresa Hadley first walked into Ellen Blomgren’s pottery studio, over a decade ago,...
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From Our Members
Buyer / Seller Seminar
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
Sep 16
Feeling confused or overwhelmed by the new NAR rules? Join us at our Buyer & Seller Seminar,...
How to cheat (the Blue Screen of) Death
ACT Smart IT
Sep 16
If you’ve ever had the misfortune of seeing the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on your...
Pottery Wheel Classes Starting in October!
Mudstone Studios
Sep 13
Have you always wanted to try throwing pots on a pottery wheel? Classes are beginning soon at...
Southcoast Health Welcomes Ten Providers to Various Specialties
Southcoast Health
Sep 13
Southcoast Health is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit community health system welcomed...
MAC Dance Academy - Starts Monday September 16th
Marion Art Center
Sep 12
MAC Dance Academy is a classically taught dance studio that fosters individuality and fun for all...
It’s GlowTime !!!
ACT Smart IT
Sep 11
On the September 10th edition of The South Shore's Morning News with Ron Hakala, David shared...
Is a Home Generator Worth It?
BankFive
Sep 11
When an unexpected power outage occurs, you could be stuck in the dark for hours or even days...
Auditions for Peter Pan - This weekend!
Marion Art Center
Sep 10
Auditions this weekend! C alling all kids and kids at heart! MAC Theater is looking for actors of...
5 Things You Must Not Share With AI Chatbots
ACT Smart IT
Sep 06
Conversations with chatbots may feel intimate, but you’re really sharing every word with a private...
Unplugged at the MAC - Matt Richard & Dr. Michael Rocha
Marion Art Center
Sep 06
Join us next Friday - September 13 at 7:00 & 8:15 for the easiest way to relax into a smooth...
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Upcoming Events
Today
5:30 pm
New singers welcomed for South Coast Children’s Chorus
Wednesday, September 18
4:00 pm
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4:30 pm
Meet the artist currently on display at the...
7:00 pm
Sons of American Revolution member to speak at...
Thursday, September 19
4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
Presentation to outline dangers to Mattapoisett...
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee announces...
Friday, September 20
2:15 pm
Fall to be filled with music at Marion Art Center
Saturday, September 21
(All day)
Mattapoisett Friends Meeting seeking donations for...
(All day)
Garden with native plants while supporting a local...
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Marion Art Center announces auditions for ‘Peter Pan’
Sunday, September 22
(All day)
Garden with native plants while supporting a local...
(All day)
Marion Art Center announces auditions for ‘Peter Pan’
2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Hear the author of a coming of age story set in 19th...
Monday, September 23
6:00 pm
Mattapoisett Council on Aging to hold Social...
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2 Bedroon Apartment Near Marina...
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Real Estate
Sold by BOLD - 47 Sandwich Road, Wareham, MA
Wareham
$550,000.00
Another Wareham property Sold by BOLD! This was a unique property that was once a popular doctor’s...
BOLD Real Estate
SOLD in Onset
Wareham
$524,900.00
Ready to sell, she's ready to list! reach out to Melissa Almeida TODAY so you can be on your way....
Upper Cape Realty
New Listing - Mattapoisett
Mattapoisett
$769,000.00
Spectacular and spacious 3 BR Saltbox nestled on close to an acre of privacy with zoning that...
BOLD Real Estate
Charming Colonial
Wareham
$520,000.00
Step back in time and embrace the charm of this 3- 4 bedroom,1.5-bath Colonial This home exudes...
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
East Falmouth ... Open House Weekend
Falmouth
$2,100,000.00
Simply spectacular and you’re invited to come tour this weekend. OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY and SUNDAY...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Spectacular Waterfront Home!
Wareham
$875,000.00
Wareham offers over 52 miles of coastline, and these buyers scored the perfect dream waterfront...
Upper Cape Realty
New Construction
Wareham
$750,000.00
Welcome to this beautiful new construction home that sits on a large lot in a quaint neighborhood....
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
SOLD - Marion Colonial with Premium Solar Installation
Marion
$720,000.00
SOLD for $725,000! Beautiful 10 room colonial in East Marion, abutting a large conservation area...
Bernadette Kelly Group
Beautiful Views
Wareham
$750,000.00
Charming Cape-style home featuring 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with breathtaking views of the...
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
UNDER CONTRACT! Stunning Wareham Waterfront
Wareham
$1,700,000.00
UNDER CONTRACT to Close Late September What an extraordinary home at 20 Maritime Drive, Wareham...
Bernadette Kelly Group
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