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Paca Run115 viewsSeptember 25 found animal lovers of all ages visiting alpaca farms throughout the region in a game called “Paca Run.” Mattapoisett’s Pine Meadows Farm participated in the event, which included five farms where folks could pick up playing cards. At the end of the two-day event coinciding with National Alpaca Farm Days, the best “Hand” won prizes. But, really, the big winners were the alpacas themselves, who received bountiful treats from their admirers throughout the weekend. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Ned’s Point Lighthouse115 viewsTuesday afternoon offered a sneak preview of the reopening of Ned’s Point Lighthouse scheduled for Saturday, October 9, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Cathy Hardy and Mike Lally, a Texas couple, happened to be in the right place at the right time to become the first visitors to the 183-year-old lighthouse that had been closed for the past two years and three months. The lighthouse typically draws 100 visitors from all over the world when open during any regular, three-hour session. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Family Fun Festival 115 viewsAttendees to Saturday’s Fall Free Family Fun Festival at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett saw many smiling children who enjoyed face painting, hayrides, and various pumpkin-related games and goodies. The event was sponsored by the Mattapoisett Lions Club. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Marion Natural History Museum115 viewsOn October 20, the Marion Natural History Museum’s after-school group spent time learning a little about our migrating bird populations. We found out that the Arctic tern migrates 50,000 miles, which is the longest distance of any bird. The ruby-throated hummingbird can migrate as far as Mexico and Central America in search of flowers and insects. We then went on a bird walk and managed to find a mourning dove, blue jay, European starling, black-capped chickadee, and belted kingfisher, among other birds.
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Marion Town House115 viewsNovember 6 dedication of the Marion Town House. Select Board member Randy Parker cuts the ribbon, reopening the renovated Town House to Marion citizens. Sherman Briggs, Nate Burgess, Shaun Cormier, Francisco Tavares, Peter Turowski and Mike Vareika were among contributors recognized during the festivities, after which visitors were invited inside the building where renovation work is ongoing. Photos by Mick Colageo
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F.O.R.M. concert115 viewsSippican School Chorus at the F.O.R.M. concert held on March 8. This was the first F.O.R.M. concert since March of 2020. Photo courtesy Erin Bednarczyk
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Mattapoisett Tree Committee 115 viewsOn Arbor Day, April 29th, the Mattapoisett Tree Committee gathered at Town Hall to raise the flag commemorating the day. Mattapoisett has been a Tree City for 14 years. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion’s Memorial Day 115 viewsA procession on Front Street that began at the Music Hall culminated with Marion’s Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony at Old Landing. From left, Marion Select Board members Norm Hills, Toby Burr and Randy Parker, Town Administrator Jay McGrail, keynote speaker former U.S. Marines Corporal Jack McLean and master of ceremonies Air Force Major Andrew Bonney. Contributing to the observances were Father Eric Fialho of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies, the Sippican E
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Marion Town Party115 views Marion Town Party on August 27 at Silvershell Beach. Inflatable arcade games, cornhole, an informal football toss and an undefinable ball game inside a walled octagon kept kids running and laughing, while their parents and grandparents socialized over barbecue and beverages. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Memorial School115 viewsPrincipal Derek Medeiros, Grade 3 teacher Nikita Higgins and School Adjustment Counselor Sharon Cruz welcome students on the opening day Tuesday morning at Rochester Memorial School. Inside, students are greeted by, from left, new Instrumental Music Teacher Kaitlyn Laprise, Physical Education teacher Kevin Woodward and Choral Music teacher Sue Audette. RMS Parent Teacher Organization president Kirsten Jimenez with her daughter Ana Grace. Photos courtesy of Erin Bednarczyk
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Salty Soiree115 viewsThe annual Mattapoisett Land Trust Salty Soiree held on October 22 at Dunseith Park was a huge success, as young and old enjoyed a fire pit, 200 luminaries and s'mores. Adding to the festive event was music provided by Jeff Dunn and unique, fantasy-filled puppet stories and songs by Jackson Gillman. MLT's Director and Chair of the Education Committee Ellen Flynn noted in her “thank you” message that Center School students have "artfully decorated the luminaries in Halloween and traditional art." She also ga
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Tri-Town firefighters115 viewsThe holidays were challenging for Tri-Town firefighters. Marion and Rochester fire departments were among towns assisting Wareham after a mulch pile in a remote location off County Road caught fire on Christmas Eve. Firefighters worked in cold temperatures for eight hours, dispensing approximately 200,000 gallons of water to extinguish the fire. Seen supporting Wareham Fire Chief John Kelley and 29 Wareham Fire personnel at the scene were Marion Fire Tanker 1, Lieutenant Michael Still and Captain Joel Watte
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