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Check out an upcoming book sale
Mattapoisett’s annual town meeting and election are coming up
A note-worthy evening of choral evensong
Embark on a paws-itively fun dog hiking adventure
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Tabor Academy worker arrested after indecent exposure incident
Giddyup! New England Rodeo looks to host events in Rochester
Drivers sustain serious but non-life threatening injuries in Rochester car crash
Claire Frances Belrose, 81
Buzzards Bay Coalition puts $7.6 million purchase of Little Neck Land on hold
News
Old Rochester Credit for Life Fair plays at personal finance
MARION — Old Rochester Regional High School’s second annual Credit for Life Fair was held on Tuesday, April 8 to teach...
Eggs-citing Easter extravaganza at Silvershell Beach
MARION — Multicolor plastic eggs decorated Silvershell Beach as crowds of kids and parents gathered in the sand, eager to...
It takes a village: Rochester Council on Aging funds expansion with community donations
ROCHESTER — The expansion of the Rochester Council on Aging center has been discussed for over two decades, but with rising...
Buzzards Bay Coalition puts $7.6 million purchase of Little Neck Land on hold
MARION — The Buzzards Bay Coalition is putting their potential $7.6 million purchase of Little Neck land that extends across...
Giddyup! New England Rodeo looks to host events in Rochester
ROCHESTER — New England Rodeo is looking to get back in the saddle this summer, seeking approval to host their events at 65...
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Schools
Old Rochester seniors recognized as South Coast Conference Academic All-Stars
MATTAPOISETT — Five Old Rochester Regional High School seniors were recognized as South Coast Conference Academic All-Stars...
A stroke of genius: Sippican School displays over 1000 student art pieces
MARION — More than 1,000 pieces of student artwork decorated Sippican Elementary School for their annual “Arts in Action”...
Not far-fetched: Comfort dog awards su-paw-star students
MARION — Who has four legs, one tail and his own set of awards at Sippican Elementary? Norman does! Although, Norman isn’t...
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Opinion
Opinion: Regarding the Green Communities Program
To the Editor: A small group of our residents is once again attempting to extricate Marion from the Green Communities...
Opinon: “On Time, Every Time” — Protecting Our Children Through Timely Vaccination
To the Editor: As pediatric healthcare providers, we are privileged to care for families through every stage of childhood—...
Opinion: Supporting the expansion of Mattapoisett Select Board
To the editor: As our Town Meeting on May 12, 2025, approaches, we urge your support for the Citizen's Petition to expand...
Opinion: In favor of proposed Marion Historic District
To the editor: South Street in Marion has been my home for 55 years. Twenty-five years ago, I couldn’t see that a...
Opinion: Expand the Mattapoisett Select Board to five members
To the editor: I would like to express my opinion on expanding the Mattapoisett Select board from 3 to 5 persons. I have...
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Obituaries
Claire Frances Belrose, 81
ROCHESTER - Claire Frances Belrose, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, of Rochester, passed away peacefully at...
Robert “Bob” Stuart Reardon, 86
Robert “Bob” Stuart Reardon, 86, of Marion, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on April 15th, 2025, surrounded by his...
Diana Theresa Ohtersen
Diana Theresa OhtersenSeptember 1, 1957 - To the arms of Jesus on March 25, 2025 Preceded in sleep by Theresa E (George)...
Sean J. Brice
Sean J. Brice, born on July 4th, 1969, passed away unexpectedly on April 7th, 2025. Sean grew up in Marion, MA, attending...
Robert "Bob" Bowers, 77
Robert "Bob" Bowers, of Mattapoisett, husband to Cathy Bowers, passed away peacefully at his home on April 1, 2025, at the...
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Old Rochester Credit for Life Fair plays at personal finance
Eggs-citing Easter extravaganza at Silvershell Beach
A stroke of genius: Sippican School displays over 1000 student art pieces
Old Rochester seniors recognized as South Coast Conference Academic All-Stars
It takes a village: Rochester Council on Aging funds expansion with community donations
Tabor Academy worker arrested after indecent exposure incident
Buzzards Bay Coalition puts $7.6 million purchase of Little Neck Land on hold
Drivers sustain serious but non-life threatening injuries in Rochester car crash
Unplugged at the Marion Art Center
Giddyup! New England Rodeo looks to host events in Rochester
Sports
Old Colony freshman wrestles her way to the top and breaks school record
MIDDLEBOROUGH — Old Colony freshman, Middleboro High School wrestler and Mattapoisett resident Mila Boucher only had three...
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...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Tabor Academy worker arrested after indecent exposure incident
MARION — A kitchen worker at Tabor Academy was arrested after allegedly exposing himself to two students while they were in...
Drivers sustain serious but non-life threatening injuries in Rochester car crash
ROCHESTER — Two drivers sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries in a two-car motor vehicle accident that...
Rochester Fire Department responds to barn fire
ROCHESTER — The Regional Old Colony Communications Center received a 911 call for a structure fire at a residence on...
Tabor Academy Rowing Team safe after boat incident in Fall River Pond
FALL RIVER — Dangerous weather conditions and strong winds caused an emergency boat situation at a Tabor Academy Rowing Team...
Multiple units respond to Marion two-acre brush fire
MARION — A helicopter from the State Air Wing spotted smoke coming from an out of control brushfire on Delano Road Friday,...
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People
Couple celebrates 100 years and decades of adventures
MARION — For over 70 years, Ann and Will Wingate have traveled around the world, and this year the couple is embarking on a...
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
Step into the spotlight in an upcoming theater production
MARION — The Marion Art Center will be conducting auditions for its August production of “Miss Witherspoon,” a thought-...
Unplugged at the Marion Art Center
MARION — Guitarist Donn Legge and saxophone player Marcus Monteiro are set to hit all the right notes at the Marion Art...
Stay cool and sing along at Rochester Historical Society ice cream social
Just in time for Summer, the Rochester Historical Society will be hosting its annual ice cream social on May 21, at 7 p.m....
Students plunge into vernal pools at Marion Natural History Museum
Vernal pools are shallow, seasonal bodies of water that serve as habitats for shrimp, frogs, reptiles and the like. Last...
Awaken the inner child and bring about world peace with laughter yoga
Laughter Yoga International invites you to promote world peace through laughter to celebrate the 30 years of World Laughter...
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Arts
SouthCoast artist uses Notes App and free parking to produce local landscapes
MARION — John Vliet is living proof to the saying, “An old dog can learn new tricks.” With just an iPad, his car and...
She returns!: The Marion Art Center welcomes back Aimee Bayles
MARION — The stage at the Marion Art Center will see the return of Aimee Bayles Friday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m. Aimee Bayles is...
Old Hammondtown students branch out with annual tree poster contest
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Tree Committee invited fifth grade students from Old Hammondtown Elementary to create unbe-...
Friends of Old Rochester Music pull out the stops for March concert
MATTAPOISETT — Friends of Old Rochester Music hit the right notes with two concerts —a choral concert held on Wednesday,...
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...
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From Our Members
Fresh Coat, Fresh Start: Local Handyman Helps Homeowners Reimagine Their Spaces with Expert Painting Services
Alton Barnes
Apr 21
South Coast, MA – Sometimes, all it takes is a fresh coat of paint to transform a home from tired...
Backyard Revival: Local Handyman Helps South Coast Homeowners Rebuild and Reimagine Their Decks
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Apr 21
South Coast, MA – As spring settles in and summer draws near, many South Coast homeowners are...
Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs?
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The Pirate’s Wife at Marion Music Hall
Sippican Historical Society
Apr 19
The Sippican Historical Society invites the community, history enthusiasts, and book lovers to an...
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Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
Apr 19
Thinking of selling your home? At Compass, our clients consistently see 2.9% higher prices and go...
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Apr 18
If you’re attempting to install Windows 11 on a machine using only a local account without signing...
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Friends of Dartmouth Libraries
Apr 18
Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries on Tuesday, May 20, at 2 p.m. for an interactive...
Swifts Landing Open House! 4/23
Swifts Landing
Apr 17
Swifts Landing is hosting an upcoming OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, April 23rd, 4-7 PM! APPLY TODAY! 1...
Meet our team at Southcoast Dental
Southcoast Dental
Apr 17
Meet our Team! Meet Paige, our dental hygienist at Southcoast Dental👋 Paige is a dedicated and...
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Upcoming Events
Today
10:00 am
Amphibian antics with Mattapoisett Land Trust
Tuesday, April 22
3:00 pm
Make a beeline to Sippican Lands Trust’s ‘All About...
Friday, April 25
10:00 am
to
11:30 am
Embark on a paws-itively fun dog hiking adventure
10:30 am
to
4:30 pm
Hit the book sale at Plumb Library
Saturday, April 26
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
Booked and busy: Marion Council on Aging book sale
10:30 am
to
4:30 pm
Hit the book sale at Plumb Library
12:30 pm
Exploring tidepools with the Sippican Lands Trust
6:00 pm
Bring on the bluegrass
Sunday, April 27
5:00 pm
A note-worthy evening of choral evensong
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Marketplace
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HANDYMAN HELP FOR WOMEN HOMEOWNERS – CHECK OFF THAT...
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HANDYMAN HELP – FIX THAT FAUCET BEFORE IT FLOODS...
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🛠️ Need a Handyman? Alton Barnes Has You Covered –...
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Classifieds
HANDYMAN Help for Your Home! 😀...
Garden rototilling
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MARION MOORING RENTAL
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Retired Licensed Plumber
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Pellegrini Property Maintenance...
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Real Estate
SOLD! Indian Mound Community has New Neighbors
Wareham
$430,000.00
Ask us about getting your FREE home study - you might be surprised at how much equity you have...
Upper Cape Realty
Open House Saturday 11:00-1:00 in Buzzards Bay
Bourne
$524,900.00
OPEN HOUSE Saturday at 46 HOLT ROAD, BUZZARDS BAY - Saturday, April 19th from 11am-1pm New to the...
Upper Cape Realty
Senior 62+ Apartments Starting at $1,399
Wareham
$1,399.00
WAREHAM’S HIDDEN GEM! APPLY TODAY! 1- & 2-BR Apartments Available for Immediate Occupancy...
Swifts Landing
Open House Tonight: Friday, April 18th
Bourne
$1,450,000.00
OPEN HOUSE in SAGAMORE BEACH at 9 RIDGEHILL LANE Join Upper Cape Realty at 9 Ridgehill Lane,...
Upper Cape Realty
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL or WEEKLY SUMMER RENTAL
Wareham
$4,500.00
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL SEP-MAY $4500/month or WEEKLY RENTAL JUN-AUG $4900/week...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
57 Oak Street - Waterfront Living Awaits!
Wareham
$1,295,000.00
Experience the beauty of sunset-facing water views from this charming waterfront home with its own...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
Commercial Land - 129-137 Main Street
Bourne
$675,000.00
PRIME LOCATION. Located in the heart of the village of Buzzards Bay across from the Cape Cod Canal...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
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