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Dolls159 viewsDolls are said to have existed since the Paleolithic Era according to Jenny McIntyre, who on August 6 gave a presentation at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. The dolls on display spanned from the 1800s to the 1960s, looking out at the audience as McIntyre explained the composition of dolls through the ages. The display showed how dolls reflect the breath of human activity from fancy dress to modest burlap coverings and all walks of life. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion Capital Improvements Planning Committee159 viewsThe Marion Capital Improvements Planning Committee conducted a Monday afternoon site visit to the town’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, where they discussed short and long-range goals with plant manager Nathaniel Munafo and Department of Public Works Director Becky Tilden. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Soap Box Derby159 viewsMarion Scout Pack 32 (back) and the Rochester Cub Scouts (front) at the annual soap box derby Held on Holmes Street on November 9. Photos by Sam Bishop
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Charitable Giving159 viewsElder law attorney Brandon Walecka presented a lively session on charitable giving in Reynard Hall of the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. A healthy crowd attended, asking questions to be better informed about leaving a legacy that follows one's personal philanthropic goals. Pastor Michael Frady and the Finance Committee plan to hold future events in 2025 about tax-favorable gifting strategies available to the charitably inclined. Photo courtesy Jennifer Shepley
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Raccoon159 viewsA raccoon visited Robert Pina's backyard on Point Road in Marion.
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Kid Safety Workshop159 viewsOutHounds Adventure and Training Academy and the Mattapoisett Land Trust followed up on their recent Dog and Kid Safety workshop with a dog-walking Safety Adventure on April 25. The adventure was held in the Old Aucoot District, a collection of properties making up approximately 397 acres of protected land and trails. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race158 viewsThe Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race was held on May 31 and this year was back to the complete course after holding a half-length race in 2020. The turnout wasn’t quite what it’s been in recent years, but no one was blaming the pandemic or the weekend’s gloomy weather. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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ORR Class of 2021158 viewsSaturday’s commencement exercises at Old Rochester Regional High School saw 188 members of the Class of 2021 graduate, and they and their families heard speeches from Valedictorian Katelyn Luong and Class President Bess Pierre, along with words from keynote members of the district and school administration. Cary Humphrey, who is leaving the ORR School Committee after a decade of service including his role as chairperson, handed out diplomas. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Mattapoisett Woman's Club Garden Tour158 viewsThe Mattapoisett Woman's Club Garden Tour covered properties on both sides of Route 6 including homes in the village area and two addresses at the Bay Club on June 24. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Eagle Scout158 viewsMattapoisett Select Board member Jodi Bauer congratulates Mattapoisett Troop 53’s newest Eagle Scout, Andrew Poulin. Photo courtesy of Tom Copps
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Touch-a-Truck Festival158 viewsThe Town of Rochester held a Touch-a-Truck Festival on October 2 at the County Fairgrounds. Children experienced up-close and personal the size and power of fire engines and their equipment and gear, along with municipal vehicles, including dump trucks and tractors. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Ned’s Point Lighthouse158 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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