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Mosquito larval spraying over Marion swamps April 14-16

MARION — The Plymouth County Mosquito Control Project will conduct aerial larviciding in Marion April 14 to 16 to reduce larval mosquito populations. Spraying will only be done over selected swamps. No applications will be applied over residences.

Rochester Land Trust opens new preserve

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Land Trust has opened the Jackson-Ferreira Preserve on Quaker Lane in Rochester. This 21-acre property was purchased by the Rochester Land Trust in 2019 with contributions from land trust members and a grant from the...

Things to do in Tri-Town: Cook up a conversation, find Easter eggs

There’s a lot going on in the Tri-Town during any given week. For more information on these and other events, go to www.sippicanweektoday.com . Saturday, April 16 Grab some Easter eggs The Sippican Historical Society will...

Win prizes in the daffodil scavenger hunt

MATTAPOISETT _ During April vacation, the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club will sponsor a daffodil scavenger hunt. Maps can be picked up April 19 to 23 at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St. Participate in the scavenger hunt by visiting...

Library to hold seed swap, book sale

ROCHESTER — Plumb Memorial Library, 17 Constitution Way, will host a seed swap from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 23 on the grounds, sponsored by the library and the Rochester Garden Club. Those attending can bring seeds to swap for new ones, or...

Club passport offers gardening discounts

MATTAPOISETT — With gardening season approaching, the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club is selling a passport booklet, “Pathway to Planting,’’ which will offer discounts at garden-related shops for passport holders. A few of the shops also offer discounts...

Covid boosters available from Marion Board of Health

MARION _ The Marion Board of Health, with the help of Marion EMS, will host a Moderna Covid-19 Booster Clinic from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, April 22, at the Benjamin D Cushing Community Center, 465 Mill St. The clinic will be indoors and those...

Warning issued after ‘unknown object’ found after egg hunt

MATTAPOISETT — An unknown object reportedly found in a child’s Easter basket during the The Mattapoisett Lions Club annual egg hunt Sunday, April 10 has prompted a call for extra caution when inspecting items collected. A message from the Lions Club...

Mattapoisett discusses banning nips

Mattapoisett officials have received a request from a member of the public to ban the sale of miniature liquor bottles, also known as nips, in town. The issue needs further review before it could potentially be brought to Town Meeting voters, Town...

Photographs and memories: Visitors asked to share the past

Photos tell the story of a town’s history. That is one reason that, as Connie Esbach of the Rochester Historical Society reports, the society museum will host an event for the public to share photos, scrapbooks and memories. The goal of...

Eggs-cellent adventure at Mattapoisett Easter hunt

MATTAPOISETT — Finnian Patrick was so eager for the Ned’s Point Easter egg hunt held Sunday, April 10 that he kept a countdown chart at home, eagerly crossing off each day as the event drew closer. The five-year old Marion boy “loves Easter egg...

Rochester townwide clean-up scheduled April 23

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Women's Club will be hosting a townwide clean-up from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 23. Rochester residents are encouraged to start the day with a stop at the club headquarters, 37 Marion Road, to pick up trash bags and...

Book clubs, weaving among April activities at Mattapoisett library

MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Free Public Library hosts several programs for adults and teens this April. The Cookbook Club meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 to discuss “Lidia's a Pot, a Pan, and a Bowl: Simple Recipes for Perfect Meals:...

Children on the trail for Easter eggs at Sippican Lands Trust hunt

MARION — As he waited for the signal to start the search, Axton Arsenault of Marion took a guess at how many Easter eggs he would find at the annual Sippican Lands Trust hunt held Saturday, April 9 at Pierson Woods. “Five billion.’’ He no doubt...

Neds Point Easter egg hunt postponed to Sunday April 10

MATTAPOISETT — Because of rain in the forecast, the Mattapoisett Lions Club has postponed its Easter egg hunt to 11 a.m. Sunday, April 10 at Ned’s Point Lighthouse.

Family raises a flag to honor late son and his contributions

A Mattapoisett family hopes a flag raised in memory of their loved one will also raise awareness of the importance of organ donation. A banner with a bolded message that reads “Donate Life’’ is flying with the American flag at Mattapoisett Town Hall...

Mattapoisett Woman’s Club yard sale April 30

MATTAPOISETT The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club annual tag sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 30 at the parking lot next to Ying Dynasty, Route 6. Rain date is Sunday, May 1, same time and location. Items for sale include: kitchen and...

Visitors check out library offerings at open house

MATTAPOISETT — Metal detectors. Telescopes. Guitars. Portable hotspots. Those are some of the items that visitors can check out at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. And, of course, books. Visitors could view these objects up close, chat with...

Trash pick-up delayed Wednesday in Marion

MARION — A Waste Management vehicle had mechanical issues this morning, Wednesday, April 6, and will not likely be able to complete its route today, Marion officials have reported. Although the truck is running again, waste pick-up is delayed by...

Mattapoisett bike path seeks further funding

MATTAPOISETT – Members of the Bike Path Study Committee visited the Select Board on Tuesday, April 5, to ask for the green light to submit a $6.4 million dollar grant application for federal funding. The timeline will be tight. Robin Lepore, a...

DPW tours to be offered

MARION — Marion will host an open house at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9 at the Department of Public Works facility on Route 6. A tour will be given of the buildings at the site. Proposed plans for a new Department of Public Works facility on Benson...

Fireworks likely July 1, town administrator tells board

MARION — Save the date of July 1. Town Administrator James McGrail is optimistic that the town will raise enough money to host fireworks in town on that date, he told the select board at their Tuesday, April 5 meeting. The Marion Fireworks Committee...

Marion receives age-friendly certification

MARION — Marion has received AARP Age-Friendly Community Certification, Town Administrator James McGrail and AARP Age-Friendly Community Initiative Committee Chair Jeanne Daly have announced. The AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities,...

Rochester’s long-time building inspector to retire, replacement hired

ROCHESTER – Rochester will soon have a new building commissioner. The town offered the job to Carl Bizarro, who has previously worked as the building commissioner for Somerset. After 38 years of service to Rochester, Building Commissioner and Zoning...

Rochester feels like home to new town administrator

ROCHESTER – Glenn Cannon describes his first few days as Rochester’s Town Administrator as “very welcoming.” He said that Rochester is a friendly town. Residents from the town have come by to say hello and ask him questions, making him feel right at...

Rochester pop-up shop to feature sewing essentials

ROCHESTER — A pop-up shop featuring yarn, sewing and embroidery supplies will be open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 9 at Rochester Senior Center, 67 Dexter Lane.

Shellfishing prohibited in Mattapoisett Harbor

MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Harbor in the cove east of Town Landing is closed to shellfishing through Dec. 31, according to the state Division of Marine Fisheries. Any attempt to dig, harvest or collect shellfish from that area is prohibited, as is...

Marion committee leads the charge for more electric vehicles

MARION – More electric vehicle charging stations should be available in town, according to The Marion Energy Management Committee. Additional stations would encourage residents to purchase electric vehicles, said committee member Eileen Marum. “...

New Marion donation sends a message

MARION — The town wants to get the message out: A new board has been installed that features community notices. The board was officially unveiled on Monday, April 4, at the Benjamin D. Cushing Community Center on Mill Street. William “Stan’’...

UPDATED: Planning Board backs 48-unit housing development in Marion

MARION — The Planning Board has thrown its support behind the 48-unit housing development at 78 Wareham Road that will be brought before Town meeting voters next month. The board voted unanimously Monday, April 4 to recommend voters support the...

Get out in nature during vacation week with Sippican Lands Trust

Sippican Lands Trust is hosting April Break Adventures, a series of activities for students to experience during the April school vacation week. The schedule includes a bird walk with Nasketucket Bird Club at 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 19 at Osprey Marsh...

Fly fishing course, walks to be hosted by Buzzards Bay Coalition offerings

Buzzards Bay Coalition is hosting three Tri-Town activities in April. Elements of Fly Fishing will be presented from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at Mary’s Pond in Rochester. The session will teach participants about fly fishing. Those attending...

Earth Day, diversity celebrations among museum events

MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Museum, 5 Church St., is hosting a series of events in April. At 6 p.m. April 8, Southcoast Lessons presents Open Mic Night, which has been moved to the second Friday due to school vacation. All ages, abilities, and...

Scouts scout out Marion police station

MARION — Girl Scouts from Troop 67047 recently visited the Marion Police Department. They asked questions and learn about the workings of the department. The Scouts received a tour from Police Chief Richard Nighelli, Sgt. Sean Day and Officer Connor...

April events for Marion Council on Aging

MARION — The Marion Council on Aging, 465 Mill St., has a series of events planned for April. Here is a sampling. Vladimir Putin: Corrupt, Competent and Environmentalist, Coming Cold War? 1 p.m. Friday, April 8. Henry Quinlan will look at the career...

Students build skills as they construct new shed for senior center

ROCHESTER — Junior and senior students in the carpentry class at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School have completed construction on a new shed for the Rochester Senior Center. The 16-foot by 24-foot structure was created by the...

Holy Week services scheduled at Congregational Church

MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Congregational Church, 27 Church St., will observe Holy Week April 10-17 with a series of events. At 10 a.m. April 10, Palm Sunday will be observed in the sanctuary. The congregation will wave palm fronds and also welcome...

Two new faces guaranteed on Marion Planning Board

MARION — The Marion Planning Board will have a different look after Election Day, with two incumbents choosing not to run and four candidates seeking those open seats. Board Chairman William Saltonstall and Clerk Joe Rocha, will not be returning,...

Legislative breakfast to discuss small business issues

WAREHAM — The Cape Cod Canal Region and the Cranberry Country Chambers of Commerce are hosting a legislative breakfast from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 15 at the Rosebrook Event Center, 50 Rosebrook Place, Wareham. The cost is $30 per person. The...

Egg hunt April 16 at Sippican Historical Society

MARION — The Sippican Historical Society is hosting an Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16 in the memorial garden behind the building at 141 Front St. Children up to age 12 are welcome. Participants should bring a basket or containers for...

Ribbet-ing experience: Frogs heard but not seen on land trust walk

MARION — The sounds of peepers served as a fitting musical backdrop as nature enthusiasts searched for frogs during a walk Saturday, March 26 at White Eagle and Goldovitz cranberry bogs and the Aucoot Woods. During the walk, which was hosted by...

Non-dairy ice cream to be served for Earth Month

MATTAPOISETT — Mattapoisett Free Public Library is hosting a series of upcoming activities to celebrate Earth Month. The discussion of Paul Hawken’s book, “Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation,’’ continues at 11 a.m. Saturday,...

Rochester dog license deadline approaching

ROCHESTER — Residents are reminded that the period for dog licensing began Jan. 1 and will continue without penalty through the close of business on March 31. Beginning April 1, all dog licenses issued will be subject to a late charge of $25 in...

Open house scheduled to celebrate National Library Week

MATTAPOISETT — In observance of National Library Week, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St., will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m Wednesday, April 6. Light refreshments will be served. Visitors can connect with library staff, learn...

New digital archives feature Mattapoisett Congregational Church history

Congregational Library & Archives, a specialty library in Boston, has launched digital archives, which includes records from First Congregational Church in Mattapoisett. The "Mattapoisett, Massachusetts. Congregational Church records, 1736-1886...

Spring renewal: Vandalized diverse little library replaced

MATTAPOISETT _ After being vandalized during one of the darkest days of winter, spring has brought new life to The Little Free Diverse Library at Neds Point. Representatives of Tri-Town Against Racism celebrated the return of the reconstructed...

Registration begins for natural history museum summer program

MARION — Registration has begun for the Marion Natural History Museum’s summer program. The summer activities will feature exploration of rocky intertidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries, freshwater river banks, swamps, ponds, forests and bogs...

Land trust adds signs for Osprey Marsh property

MARION — This year, Sippican Lands Trust has installed new wildlife interpretive signs at their Osprey Marsh property on Point Road in Marion. These permanent wildlife signs will be visible along the boardwalk for those interested in learning more...

Harbor Days conversations begin in Mattapoisett

Plans are underway for Harbor Days, the annual summer celebration, set for this July. Mattapoisett Lions Club President Valerie Kane visited the Mattapoisett Select Board Meeting on Tuesday March 22 to discuss the details. The club sponsors the...

Marion developers working to explain project to residents

MARION — A proposed 48-unit housing development at 78 Wareham Road that was rejected by Town Meeting last fall could go before voters again next month, with developers committed to a communications campaign to ease public concerns. “We’re excited...

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