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Finn and Ollie182 viewsFinn and Ollie stretched out in their forever home. They were fostered through CARE at the Acushnet shelter. Many kitties still await adoption. Photo by Carol Rhoads
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Marion Art Center182 viewsOn view now through September 2 at the Marion Art Center is their annual members’ exhibit. Traditional land and seascapes in oil, watercolors, and pastels are punctuated by a few surprises such as metal art, weavings, and paper collages. Another must-see-to-be-believed opportunity to be refreshed by art. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Acceleration Academy182 viewsThanks to a state grant, the Old Rochester Regional School District held an Acceleration Academy last week for over 150 students. Representing Grades K-2, 3-4, 8 and 10, the students participated in five days of concentrated study in early literacy and math. The week’s effort added up to a month’s worth of classwork. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Marion Holiday House182 viewsThe 33rd annual Marion Holiday House Tour was enjoyed by many on December 9. The annual fundraiser began at the Handy Tavern, the headquarters of the Sippican Woman's Club, which hosted the event. The tavern was built in 1812 and has been owned by the club for many decades. Club historian Jeanine Bruen shared that the club is celebrating its 100th year and for nearly that long has been taking care of this structure in the heart of Marion village. "We women have kept it in good shape," Bruen boasted. Along w
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Rochester Historical Commission182 viewsThe Rochester Historical Commission began its historic plaque program as a way to enhance knowledge of the town's history. Recently, a plaque was placed at the Town Pound on Snipatuit Rd. by commission member, George Owen. The pound was not for household pets but for stray farm animals and problem animals of all sizes. While there were once many stone pounds of this type, most are gone. This pound from 1741 is a concrete reminder of Rochester's past.
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Osprey Marsh Accessible Boardwalk181 viewsDespite a downpour perfectly timed for its planned gathering on Friday off Point Road in Marion, the Sippican Lands Trust celebrated the completion of the new Osprey Marsh Accessible Boardwalk. Executive Director Jim Bride and president Alan Harris held a live Zoom meeting for those who could not attend, and some of the donors for the project assisted in the ribbon-cutting. The boardwalk is open by appointment. See story by Marilou Newell. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Jen Shepley 181 viewsJen Shepley
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ORR Class of 2020181 viewsOld Rochester’s graduating class tosses their Graduation Caps in the air to celebrate graduating during the ceremony held on August 8, 2020. Photo by Ryan Feeney
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Brownie Girl Scout Troop 181 viewsBrownie Girl Scout Troop 67047 hiked the Sippican Land Trust Osprey walk in Marion on Sunday. Ms. Jerline used her Nature Anatomy book to help the girls identify plants. Ms. Liz and Ms. Alda helped the girls carry a tune as they learned three new songs for their Girl Scout Way badge. Ms. Tia helped remind them to maintain their 6 feet of distance with her yardstick and keep their masks on— they did so well! We welcomed a new girl from Acushnet.
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Fill-A-Cruiser Toy Drive181 viewsSunday’s Fill-A-Cruiser toy drive at Sippican Elementary School was a success! Volunteers representing the Marion Police Department, Police Brotherhood, and Sippican School (VASE) welcomed a parade of vehicles of families dropping off a variety of Christmas gifts for cookies and cupcakes. Marion Police Chief John Garcia donned the Santa suit and took pictures with kids in school resource officer Matt McGraw’s 1924 Ford Model-T. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Osprey181 viewsMary-Ellen Livingstone shared these photos of the ospreys that returned to their nest on March 29.
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Nolan Gibbons181 viewsOld Rochester Regional High School dedicated its music room on Tuesday in honor of the late Nolan Gibbons, an ORR student who passed away last year at age 15. Gibbons was a gifted composer, singer, and musician who played several instruments and was well known for his voice and stage presence. His resume of accomplishments included winning New England’s Got Talent in 2017 and a recording with Acapop! KIDS that drew 35,000,000 views on YouTube. Photos by Mick Colageo
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