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Saturday, September 22, 2018
WHAT'S NEW
News
Marion updates residents on disposal district
News
Audition for the Showstoppers
News
Fourth annual Chowder Competition Sept. 23
News
Rochester to host Green Communities forum
Obituaries
Kenneth Osborn, 67
Obituaries
Patricia Hotte, 73
Happenings
Joe Mac to play at Running Brook Vineyards
Letters to the Editor
Beware of a ‘stretch’ code’s effect on insurance rates
Happenings
Free admission to Mattapoisett Historical Society Museum Sept. 22
Happenings
Tabor Academy to welcome author
Marion Selectmen outline wastewater treatment plant upgrade
Marion Town House renovations still cause debate
Marion’s new town sign dedicated at ceremony
Renovations to the Elizabeth Taber Library Begin
New Rochester police chief sworn in
Furry friend inspires Marion woman’s second book
New police chief appoints new sergeant
Rochester Selectmen explore textile recycling
Old Colony athletics awarded for most wins
Community comes out for Back to School Bash
News
Marion Selectmen outline wastewater treatment plant upgrade
MARION — Selectmen on Thursday detailed the work that will be done as part of the wastewater treatment plant upgrade...
Marion Town House renovations still cause debate
MARION — How to deal with the deteriorating condition of the Town House remains a contentious topic -- and an unresolved...
Marion updates residents on disposal district
MARION — In the course of updating residents about ongoing town issues on Thursday, Town Administrator Paul Dawson gave the...
Marion’s new town sign dedicated at ceremony
MARION — The Marion Garden Group held a brief ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 20 to uncover the new Marion town sign. Located on...
Renovations to the Elizabeth Taber Library Begin
MARION — The renovations to the front entrance of Elizabeth Taber Library began on Wednesday, Sept. 19. The upgrades to the...
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Schools
Community comes out for Back to School Bash
MATTAPOISETT — Families from the tri-town spent Saturday evening at Old Rochester High School, as the AmbassadOR Club hosted...
Student mural brightens up Old Rochester Regional High School
O is for Mattapoisett. R is for Marion. R is for Rochester. That all makes sense if you are standing in the lobby at Old...
ORR School Committee members debate stipend
MATTAPOISETT - Old Rochester Regional School Committee member James Muse believes committee members should receive a stipend...
ORR School Committee approves higher lunch rates, honors acapella
MATTAPOISETT - The Old Rochester Regional School Committee approved two changes on Wednesday night – one to the price of...
PHOTOS: Old Hammondtown School welcomes families for open house
MATTAPOISETT - Families flocked to Old Hammondtown School to meet teachers, chat with principals and learn about...
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Opinion
Beware of a ‘stretch’ code’s effect on insurance rates
To the Editor: There is much discussion in Marion about the advantages of “stretch codes.” These are initiatives that...
Why Marion qualifying as a green community may not be such a good idea
To the Editor: The Energy Management Committee (EMC) is asking the October Town Meeting (TM) voters to adopt a stretch...
Feel the green! A warrant article for Marion’s electric cars
To the Editor: Have you noticed the electric cars that zip Marion’s employees around town? About two years ago, the Energy...
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Obituaries
Kenneth Osborn, 67
MATTAPOISETT - Kenneth B. Osborn, 67, resident of Mattapoisett, passed away after a long illness on Sept. 12. Born in...
Patricia Hotte, 73
Patricia A. Hotte, 73, of Rochester, died Sept. 13 at home after a long illness. She was the wife of Lawrence J. Ferreira...
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Sports
Old Colony athletics awarded for most wins
ROCHESTER — Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School athletes are celebrating the school’s new status as the...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Fourth annual Chowder Competition Sept. 23
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Fire Department is hosting its fourth annual Chowder Competition on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 12...
New police chief appoints new sergeant
ROCHESTER - Rochester Police Officer Nathan Valente has been promoted to sergeant. Police Chief Robert Small and the Board...
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Happenings
Fourth annual Chowder Competition Sept. 23
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Fire Department is hosting its fourth annual Chowder Competition on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 12...
Rochester to host Green Communities forum
ROCHESTER - Rochester is considering designation as a Green Community. Green Communities is a state initiative with an...
Joe Mac to play at Running Brook Vineyards
Solo singer and guitarist Joe Mac will play music from the 50s to the present at the Running Brook Vineyards & Winery,...
Free admission to Mattapoisett Historical Society Museum Sept. 22
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Historical Society will open its doors free of charge to all Museum Day ticketholders on...
Tabor Academy to welcome author
MARION - On Sept. 22, Tabor will host author Andrew Forsthoefel to campus to share his story about his walk across America...
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Arts
Marion Art Center names new director
MARION – The Marion Art Center announced Jodi Stevens as its new executive director. Stevens joins the MAC with more than 10...
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From our Members
Chamber Music Series Opens Season on September 22 & 23
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Sep 20
The 2018-2019 season of the South Coast Chamber Music Series kicks off on September 22 & 23 in...
BOOK SALE SATURDAY
Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc.
Sep 20
Don’t miss your chance to pick up some great bargains at this month’s used book sale. Our books are...
5 Ways to a Better Workday
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Sep 18
Looking for ways to feel better while at work? Here’s 5 simply ways to find a slice of happiness...
Smith Mills Preschool and Nursery
Smith Mills Preschool & Kindergarten
Sep 17
Smith Mills Preschool and Kindergarten is still accepting new enrollment for the 2018-2019 school...
First Wednesdays at Friends Academy
Friends Academy
Sep 17
Ever wanted to see an independent school in action?
Join us, the first...
Whaling Museum opens new park & exhibition honoring Captain Paul Cuffe - Sept 21
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Sep 12
Ribbon-cutting and Exhibition Opening - September 21 The New Bedford Whaling Museum will officially...
Endangered Species Surveys: From the mainland to the islands (Lloyd Center research wrap-up 2018) by Jamie Bogart, Lloyd Center Research Associate
Lloyd Center for the Environment
Sep 11
The Lloyd Center Research Department is heralded for both intensive efforts to preserve species and...
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Upcoming Events
Today
7:30 am
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 9/20 - 9/23
11:00 am
to
3:30 pm
Guided Tour: Lighting the Way Walking Trail
11:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Open House 4 Cushman Rd., Wareham
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Open House 19 Kingwood Street, Wareham
1:30 pm
Free admission to Mattapoisett Historical Society...
Sunday, September 23
7:30 am
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 9/20 - 9/23
10:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Open House 19 Kingwood Street, Wareham
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Open House 5 Mishawum Dr, South Dartmouth
11:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Open House 4 Cushman Rd., Wareham
12:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Fourth annual Chowder Competition Sept. 23
Monday, September 24
3:00 pm
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 9/6 - 9/9
7:00 pm
Marion Energy Management Committee informational...
Wednesday, September 26
1:00 pm
to
2:30 pm
Gleason Family YMCA Knitting Group
Friday, September 28
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
YMCA fundraiser at Music Hall on Sept. 28
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People
Marion man sails to second place with Nantucket fleet at world sailing competition
A team that sailed to first place in last year’s International One Design World Championships repeated the feat this August...
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Marketplace
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 9/20 - 9/23
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Sep 19
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon with Full Bar!!! Motorcycle Raffle -...
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 9/13 - 9/16
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Sep 10
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon with Full Bar!!! Motorcycle Raffle -...
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Classifieds
RP Construction
TopNotch Errands and Cleaning
Harbor Landscape
Estate/Moving Sale & Free...
Town of Marion Police Department
Office Space for Holistic...
A handyman and more
AFFORDABLE HAULING
DUMP RUNS
Painting - Exterior and Interior
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Real Estate
Move-In Ready 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cape
Wareham
329,900.00
Pack Your Bags! This is the perfect home to be in for the first kick off of the season! Lovely Cape...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Waterfront On Spectacle Pond!
Wareham
272,000.00
Waterfront - check. Privacy- check. Adorable - check. Waterfront on lovely Spectacle Pond! Swim,...
Open House:
Saturday, September 22, 2018 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
LaForce Realty
Build YOUR Dream House in Crane Landing
Wareham
149,900.00
A chance to build your DREAM HOUSE in Crane Landing -- a lovely community of New England style...
LaForce Realty
For Lease 36x40 Morton Building
Wareham
2,200.00
UPPER CAPE REALTY (Lic 692) has FOR LEASE a Brand new 3 bay Morton Garage. 30X40 on a large level...
Upper Cape Realty
Completely Renovated 3 bed/2ba w/ Farmers Porch
Lakeville
334,000.00
Lovely Lakeville! Affordable country living at its best! Completely renovated ranch featuring...
Open House:
Sunday, September 23, 2018 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
LaForce Realty
CUL-DA-SAC NEIGHBORHOOD
Wareham
454,900.00
Waterfront Brand New !!! This terrific three bedroom ranch is set on over an acre of pristine land...
Latham/LaCava Realtors-JACK CONWAY CO
Turnkey 3 bed 1 bath - Long Pond access
Lakeville
294,900.00
This light, airy and affordable completely renovated 3 bedroom 1 bath home is waiting for you!...
Open House:
Sunday, September 23, 2018 -
1:30pm
to
3:00pm
LaForce Realty
Best of Old and New in this Waterfront 1820 E. Wareham Colonial
Wareham
359,999.00
Completely renovated: paint, windows, electrical, plumbing, heating. Additions include central air...
LaForce Realty
The Historic Gault Farm Homestead in West Wareham
Wareham
499,000.00
The Historic Gault Farm was reconstructed in 2005. This home retains its barn-style architectural...
LaForce Realty
PONDFRONT COLONIAL
Wareham
434,900.00
Set at the end of the culdesac on over an acre with spectacular water views you will be "happy" to...
Latham/LaCava Realtors-JACK CONWAY CO
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