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Linda Joy (Miller) Pierce, 71
Suzanne McCarter Tifft, 93
Harbor Days are just around the corner
Life’s too short — don’t let it butter-fly by
Water main break on Holly Pond Road
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Linda Joy (Miller) Pierce, 71
Thousands still without power after Thursday night thunderstorm
Everything is rosy at the ‘June in Bloom’ Garden Tour
NolanFest 2025 celebrates aspiring musicians and life of Nolan Gibbons
Light shines on Ned’s Point Lighthouse
News
Patriotic parade fills streets of Marion
MARION — As lawn chairs were set and community members filled the sidewalks of Marion donned in their best red, white and...
Rochester resident receives heroine award
BOSTON — Rochester resident Jordan Pouliot Latham has been honored with the 2025 Commonwealth Heroine Award. On Friday,...
Things to do: Week of July 3
Thursday, July 3 A world-famous heist Author Bob Ainsworth will host a presentation about the infamous and unsolved...
For Emma: Friends and family come together in Buzzards Bay Swim
WAREHAM — When 15-year-old Emma Whittaker passed away in February 2022, her friend and teammate Abbie Daniels wanted to find...
Marion outlines potential parking solutions for Island Wharf Parking
MARION — With summer now in full swing, parking is one of the hottest commodities in Marion. “There’s a general consensus...
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Schools
Students awarded scholarships to pursue careers in healthcare
MATTAPOISETT — Four recent Old Rochester high school graduates who intend to pursue careers in healthcare received...
Learning Center celebrates graduates, five-year anniversary
ROCHESTER — Dancing to “Shake It Off,” “Barbie Girl” and “That’s Who I Praise,” three girls wearing light pink robes waltzed...
Old Colony students qualify for SkillsUSA National Championships
ROCHESTER — Three Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School students qualified for the SkillsUSA National...
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Opinion
Opinion: Regarding Mattapoisett Select Board expansion
The May 27 Select Board meeting perfectly illustrated why Mattapoisett needs to expand from three to five Select Board...
Opinion: On the Mattapoisett Select Board stalling citizen petition for Board expansion
If you are looking for evidence to support the expansion of our Mattapoisett select board from 3 members to 5, look no...
Letter to the Editor: Regarding the Marion Village Historic District
To the Editor: A letter to the Marion Village Historic District Study Committee and District Supporters, A sincere thank...
Opinion: Regarding SEL curriculum
To the Editor: It was disheartening that only 2 parents attended the ORR district rollout of Social Emotional Learning for...
Opinion: Regarding the proposed historic district
To the Editor:As someone who was born and raised in Marion, who spent my entire childhood on Pie Alley, I want to lend my...
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Obituaries
Linda Joy (Miller) Pierce, 71
WAREHAM – Linda Joy (Miller) Pierce, 71, formerly of Wareham, passed away on June 30, 2025, at Bourne Manor Extended Care...
Suzanne McCarter Tifft, 93
Suzanne McCarter Tifft, known to family and friends as Sue or "Nanny," died peacefully at home in Marion, Massachusetts, on...
Joy Brownell Dawson, 68
Joy Brownell Dawson passed away at her home in Rochester, Massachusetts on the morning of June 15th. She was 68 years old....
Daniel J. McCarthy, 53
MARION – Daniel J. McCarthy, 53, of Marion, passed away on June 17, 2025, at Tobey Hospital, Wareham, after an unexpected...
Ruth-Ann (Kirby) Flynn, 83
Ruth-Ann (Kirby) Flynn, 83, of Wilton CT ,passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family, on June 17, 2025, at The...
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Runners run a patriotic race with a whole lot of sole
Patriotic parade fills streets of Marion
Thousands still without power after Thursday night thunderstorm
Rochester resident receives heroine award
Students awarded scholarships to pursue careers in healthcare
A star-spangled opening night with the Mattapoisett Town Band
Things to do: Week of July 3
For Emma: Friends and family come together in Buzzards Bay Swim
Marion outlines potential parking solutions for Island Wharf Parking
Catch, record, conserve: The turtles in our waterways
Sports
Runners run a patriotic race with a whole lot of sole
MATTAPOISETT — When a thunderstorm came through the Tri-town around 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, the future of the annual...
Three tri-town swimmers earn a spot in national competition
Three tri-town swimmers earned a spot to swim on the national stage after posting strong performances at the Baystate Games...
UPDATED: The Marion to Bermuda race sets sail
MARION — The first boat has reached the finish line in the Marion to Bermuda race.
Redwood
, skippered by Pike...
Old Rochester Sailing finishes a strong season
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional High School Sailing Team closed out their season with a record of 8 wins and 3...
And they're off! Marion to Bermuda Race sets sail
MARION — With three foot waves and strong winds, sailors participating in the Marion to Bermuda race were in for a rough...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Thousands still without power after Thursday night thunderstorm
ROCHESTER — After a thunderstorm that came through the Tri-town shortly before 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 3 caused outages...
Marion man arrested following reports of exposure, performing a lewd act
CARVER — A Marion man was arrested on Friday, June 20 after Carver Police received a report of a man exposing himself and...
Three rescued after boat overturns in Buzzards Bay
MARION — Three people were rescued after their boat capsized in Buzzards Bay in the early afternoon on Wednesday, June 11....
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People
Rochester welcomes familiar Tri-Town face to planning
ROCHESTER — While Michaela Shoemaker has had careers in Hanover, Falmouth and Kingston — she’s finally returning to her...
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...
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Happenings
Partake in patriotic band performances
Leading up to the Fourth of July, the Mattapoisett Town Band is kicking off its 125th season of weekly band concerts with a...
Bring books to Donation Days
MARION — Grab a used book and go to the Elizabeth Taber Library, on 8 Spring Street, during Donation Days. The Donation...
‘Whales, Octopi & Sharks, Oh My!’
MATTAPOISETT — Get ready for this musical and educational oppor-tuna-ty. Hosted by the Mattapoisett Land Trust, there will...
A bookworm-exclusive event
ROCHESTER — Bring a page-turner to the Plumb Library on Thursday, July 3 for a Teen Book Swap. This is a drop-in event that...
Break a leg at a teen theater workshop
ROCHESTER — Give peers a standing ovation at the Teen Theater Workshop from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 10 at the Plumb...
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Arts
A star-spangled opening night with the Mattapoisett Town Band
MATTAPOISETT — Around 50 musicians filled the gazebo at Shipyard Park with tubas, trumpets and trombones in tow, celebrating...
NolanFest 2025 celebrates aspiring musicians and life of Nolan Gibbons
MARION — When 15-year-old musician Nolan Gibbons passed away in August 2020, his parents Warren and Sheila could not host a...
Jam out to some tunes
Mattapoisett — The second scheduled concert for the Mattapoisett Town Band will take place on Wednesday, July 9 at 7 p.m. at...
A swingin’ good time coming to Buzzards Bay Musicfest
MARION — Get in the groove as the Buzzards Bay Musicfest Swing Band traces the history of jazz. The band will explore the...
See behind the scenes at the Buzzards Bay Musicfest
MARION — Before the Buzzards Bay Musicfest returns for its 27th season on July 9, people will have the opportunity to see...
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From Our Members
Shipyard Weaving Co. at Tide & True
Tide & True
Jul 05
Duxbury artist, Anne Holden (Shipyard Weaving Co.) is popping up at Tide & True with stunning...
Southcoast Health Welcomes Two New Urgent Care Providers
Southcoast Health
Jul 03
Southcoast Health is pleased to announce two new providers are joining the not-for-profit community...
Local Handyman Expands Services with Home Improvement Consulting for Spring Projects
Alton Barnes
Jul 02
As spring home maintenance gets underway, Alton Barnes Handyman Services is expanding its offerings...
Wareham Stop & Shop Flowers Support Damien’s Pantry
Damien’s Pantry
Jul 02
During the month of July, when you buy a specially marked $11.99 Bloomin’ 4 Good Bouquet at the...
Google’s Gemini AI Wants Access to Your Messages—Even If You Say No
ACT Smart IT
Jul 02
If you’re an Android user, you might’ve received an email from Google recently that raised some...
Saving vs. Investing: How Are They Different?
BankFive
Jul 02
Saving and investing are two financial strategies that can help you secure your financial future,...
Girls Night at Compassionate Health MedSpa Supports Damien’s Pantry
Damien’s Pantry
Jun 30
Compassionate Health MedSpa, located at 361 Main St, is hosting a Girls Night In on Wednesday July...
Cape Cod Mermaid Hair at Tide & True
Tide & True
Jun 28
Cape Cod Mermaid Hair is coming back to Tide & True for a fun summer pop-up! Stop by from 10-3...
Aflac Hit by Major Cyberattack Amid Surge in Insurance Sector Breaches
ACT Smart IT
Jun 26
Aflac, one of the largest supplemental insurance providers in the United States, has confirmed a...
Now Listed: A Premier Private Residence in the Bay Club
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
Jun 25
9 High Ridge Drive, Mattapoisett, MA - Where everyday feels like vacation. This extraordinary...
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Upcoming Events
Today
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Tree-mendous creativity coming to Arts in the Park
10:00 am
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3:00 pm
Cape Cod Mermaid Hair at Tide & True
11:00 am
‘Whales, Octopi & Sharks, Oh My!’
Sunday, July 6
8:00 am
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church to welcome visiting...
Monday, July 7
9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Splash through Marion’s natural areas
Tuesday, July 8
11:00 am
Unite with Book Explorers and Library Adventurers
Thursday, July 10
11:00 am
Unite with Book Explorers and Library Adventurers
6:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Break a leg at a teen theater workshop
Friday, July 11
7:30 pm
A swingin’ good time coming to Buzzards Bay Musicfest
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Marketplace
SPRING INTO SAVINGS WITH ALTON BARNES HANDYMAN SERVICES
Amgee Domain: Publish Date:
Jul 02
Now Listed: 9 High Ridge Drive — Resort-Style Living...
Amgee Domain: Publish Date:
Jun 30
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Eric Cordeiro Electric
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Real Estate
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL
Wareham
$4,500.00
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL SEPTEMBER -MAY $4500/month Newly Renovated Waterview w...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
Mattapoisett Colonial on Aucoot Rd
Mattapoisett
$495,000.00
Mattapoisett By Hiller's Cove Beach. This well located 4 bedroom home is just a short walk to Old...
Upper Cape Realty
Parkwood Beach Open House
Wareham
$749,000.00
Experience the best of Parkwood Beach living at 14 Bayside Avenue, Wareham! This quintessential...
Bernadette Kelly Group
Landmark Waterfront Villa
Bourne
$2,300,000.00
A Waterfront Paradise Awaits - Step into a Mediterranean-inspired villa like no other, perfectly...
Upper Cape Realty
61 Pardon Hill, S Dartmouth Evening Open House
Dartmouth
$1,200,000.00
Pardon Hill Former Winery Nestled in the heart of South Dartmouth, where rolling hills meet...
Bernadette Kelly Group
SOLD! Commercial Bldg in Buzzards Bay
Bourne
$550,000.00
OFFICIALLY CLOSED ... Selling a commercial property is no small feat—it takes strategy, negotiation...
Upper Cape Realty
9 High Ridge Drive - Bay Club
Mattapoisett
$3,800,000.00
Live like you're on vacation at this spectacular Bay Club estate, where timeless design meets...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
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