Basket-fulls of fun at ORR Easter festivities MATTAPOISETT -- They got a Peep into their future. Students in the Early Education Program at… An eggs-cellent tradition lives on in Mattapoisett MATTAPOISETT -- Two icons shared the stage at the annual Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at Ned’s… Sixth graders, librarian study possible Native American ceremonial area MATTAPOISETT — Old Hammondtown librarian Lauren Mirabito had been walking behind the elementary… “Cocktail Guru” shakes up zero proof fun MATTAPOISETT — After working in bars and restaurants for years, Jonathan Pogash, the “Cocktail Guru… Construction begins on luxury housing development overlooking Weweantic River MARION — After years of discussion and uncertainty surrounding a property near the Marion-Wareham… What's New Natalie Stephens Mitchell Raymond "Ray" Edward Parkinson, 86 Bestselling author Ruta Sepetys to speak in Mattapoisett Lisa Regan Durr Community Activism Scholarship Fund Hop into spring at the Elizabeth Taber Library Most Popular Construction begins on luxury housing development overlooking Weweantic River William Dale Jones, 85 Rochester faces budget shortfalls, looks to personnel cuts to close gap Railcar full of construction waste catches fire in Rochester Rochester Select Board reviews proposed cuts to budget News Basket-fulls of fun at ORR Easter festivities MATTAPOISETT -- They got a Peep into their future. Students in the Early Education Program at Old Rochester Regional High… An eggs-cellent tradition lives on in Mattapoisett MATTAPOISETT -- Two icons shared the stage at the annual Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at Ned’s Point Saturday, April 4. The… Sixth graders, librarian study possible Native American ceremonial area MATTAPOISETT — Old Hammondtown librarian Lauren Mirabito had been walking behind the elementary school for years when she… “Cocktail Guru” shakes up zero proof fun MATTAPOISETT — After working in bars and restaurants for years, Jonathan Pogash, the “Cocktail Guru” teaches people how to… Old Rochester Environmental Club breaks down plan to save food waste MATTAPOISETT — The Environmental Club will put worms to work as Old Rochester Regional High School introduces a new… Schools Old Rochester school district operating budget tight but approved MATTAPOISETT — Funding for the Old Rochester Regional School District’s facilities and transportation departments have been… Old Rochester, Acushnet reach tuition deal MATTAPOISETT — After three months of negotiations Old Rochester Regional School District and the Acushnet school district… Rochester Memorial student gets golden ticket MATTAPOISETT — Rochester Memorial School fourth grader Tommy Cahill recently won funds for his school and a charity of his… Opinion Letter to the editor: We the People need to stand up “The Constitution of the United States is the final refuge of every right that is enjoyed by any American. So long as it is… Letter to the editor: Response to youth engagement Dear Editor, A huge thank you goes to Nicki Demakis for highlighting the importance of Town Meeting and municipal… Letter to the editor: Why The Young People of Our Community Matter Mattapoisett holds its Annual Town Meeting in early May followed by its municipal elections. Both events quietly shape… Obituaries Natalie Stephens Mitchell Natalie Stephens Mitchell was known for her warmth and humor, even in the toughest of life’s moments. She had the rare gift… Raymond "Ray" Edward Parkinson, 86 Raymond "Ray" Edward Parkinson, 86, passed away on March 25, 2026, in Wareham.He was the husband of Pauline L. (Arsenault)… William Dale Jones, 85 It is with great sadness that the family of William Dale Jones announces his passing at Charlton Hospital in Fall River on… Janet F. Jenney, 95 Janet F. Jenney, 95, of Mattapoisett, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. She was the daughter of the… Geoffrey W. Grainger, 70 MARION - Geoffrey W. Grainger, of Marion, passed away on March 25, 2026 at the age of 70. He was the son of the late… Basket-fulls of fun at ORR Easter festivities An eggs-cellent tradition lives on in Mattapoisett Sixth graders, librarian study possible Native American ceremonial area “Cocktail Guru” shakes up zero proof fun Construction begins on luxury housing development overlooking Weweantic River Old Rochester Environmental Club breaks down plan to save food waste Old Rochester school district operating budget tight but approved Marion appoints election warden Railcar full of construction waste catches fire in Rochester Rochester Select Board reviews proposed cuts to budget Sports Old Colony girls lacrosse ‘sticks together’ to start a new season ROCHESTER —After a conference win last year, the girls lacrosse team at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High… Old Rochester softball winds up for spring season MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional High School softball team is off to a fresh start as practices begin, led by a… Old Colony softball hits off new season ROCHESTER — Bright green softballs flew across the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School gymnasium as the… Police, Fire & Courts Marion EMS rescue dog trapped in ice MARION — A black labrador fell through ice at Washburn Park early Thursday, March 12. The Marion Fire Department and… Two new Rochester police officers sworn in ROCHESTER — Two new patrol officers, Paul Douglas and Christopher Coyman, were sworn into the Rochester Police Department at… People Mattapoisett family foundation honors son’s memory through kindness MATTAPOISETT — When 26-year-old Noah Curtis Greany was struck by a car and died in January 2025, his family channeled their… Marion native to run Boston Marathon in remembrance his father MARION — By the time he was 5 years old, Geoffrey Noonan had entered the world of running as he competed in the Marion Mile… Vivian Jones’s memory lives on through community fundraising ROCHESTER — After Vivian Jones was diagnosed with cancer in May 2024, she spent 219 nights at the Boston Children’s… Middleboro teacher, outdoor educator promotes stewardship with Sippican Lands Trust MARION — When Alan Harris isn’t in the classroom teaching about nature, he can be found on Sippican Lands Trust trails… Tri-Town duo put their cooking ‘chops’ to good use MARION — When the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — better known as SNAP — went unfunded for part of November… Happenings Sippican Lands Trust Richard and Helen Arthur Scholarship MARION — The Sippican Lands Trust is seeking applicants for its Richard I. and Helen A. Arthur Scholarship. The… The Lamb of God Christian Church of Mattapoisett April events MATTAPOISETT — The Lamb of God Christian Church of Mattapoisett has several upcoming events in April. The church holds a… Unplugged series begins at the Marion Art Center MARION — The Marion Art Center’s first Unplugged concert for 2026 will take place on March 27 with two shows. One at 7 p.m.… New Marion Art Center exhibit opens for spring MARION — The Marion Art Center is opening a new exhibition called Common Waters: Once Removed, Always Returning. The… Rochester homeschool cooperative enrollment applications now open ROCHESTER — The Rochester Christian Learning Center is accepting enrollment applications through May 15 for the 2026-27… Arts Chinese acrobat brings a ‘balance’ of learning and fun to Marion Music Hall MARION — Spinning plates, colorful ribbons and feats of strength were just a few parts of Chinese acrobat Li Liu’s show at… Tri-County Symphonic Band honors broadway legends in spring concert MARION — Attendees of all ages filled the halls at the performing arts center at Tabor Academy on Sunday, March 22 as the… Celtic songs fill Mattapoisett Museum for St. Patrick's Day MATTAPOISETT — The Vox Hunters, a Providence-based band, filled the Mattapoisett Museum with traditional Irish tunes in a… Marion Art Center opens 2026 season with '39 Steps' MARION — A small cast gets big laughs at the Marion Art Center’s first show of the 2026 season. The eight-person rendition… From Our Members Fleurever Blooming Botanicals Pop Up at Tide & True Tide & True Apr 04 A brand new local organic skincare line is popping up at Tide & True Sunday April 26th 11-… Oyst-Her Skincare Pop-Up at Tide & True Tide & True Apr 03 Everyone loved these Oyst-Her scrubs at Christmas time so we're bringing them back for a pop up… How to Build Better Savings Habits BankFive Apr 01 Let’s take a look at some common savings challenges as well as some practical strategies you can… April with the Wareham Land Trust Wareham Land Trust Apr 01 April with the Wareham Land Trust As spring returns, it is the perfect time to get… April 18: The Human Element New Bedford Symphony Orchestra Mar 30 The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra (NBSO) invites audiences to experience The Human… Southworth Library Book Sale Friends of Dartmouth Libraries Mar 27 The Friends of the Dartmouth… Upcoming Events Thursday, April 9 3:00 pm to9:00 pm Enjoy Lucky Goat Brewing & Support Damien's Pantry Saturday, April 11 10:00 am to1:00 pm Book sale bound to offer great deals 10:00 am to 1:00 pm 11:00 am to3:00 pm Oyst-Her Skincare Pop-Up at Tide & True 11:00 am to 3:00 pm 6:00 pm to8:00 pm Bluegrass band to return to Mattapoisett 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 6:30 pm Leap into woodland walk 6:30 pm