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Practically Penguins 408 viewsThe waterfowl in the harbors, rivers, and estuaries of Mattapoisett over the weekend got a taste of what it’s like to be penguins. They are seen here huddling for warmth, scavenging for food, and sharing the tight spaces of whatever scarce water surface area remained Sunday at sunset. Photos by Jean Perry
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Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race408 viewsThe Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race wound its way along the Mattapoisett River for its 84th year. This year’s weather was a major improvement from last year’s soaking, but overall participation was down this year. Still, those who have been racing year after year made it another successful race, continuing an important Tri-Town tradition. Photos by Jean Perry
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Memorial Day Boat Race408 viewsThe Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race went off with very few hitches, despite the bursting of the bog flume at Grandma Hartley’s Reservoir just a couple days before the race. This year the weather was fine – maybe a tad hot for the racers, says Boat Race Chairman Art Benner, but great weather to kick off the summer season. Photos by Jean Perry
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Wildlife408 viewsFolks on Facebook shared pictures f the Wildlife they have seen in their yards.
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Tri-Town Cemeteries408 viewsOld cemeteries populate the Tri-Town area, displaying predominantly 1700 and 1800 cravings meant to remind the living that death could come at any time, so living a Christian life was paramount. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Helping Habitat407 viewsBuzzard's Bay Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization that aims to provide affordable housing to residents in need, is collaborating with Upper Cape Regional High school and volunteers to work on a new home in Wareham this winter. BBHFH is always seeking new volunteers and monetary donations. For more information, visit www.BuzzardsBayHabitat.org. Photo courtesy of Christine Halle.
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Godspell407 viewsThe Burt Wood School of Performing Arts’ annual Summer Arts Festival will be performing Godspell. The musical will take place at the Wayne Caron Auditorium at Middleboro High School on Saturday, July 31 at 7:00 pm and will also have a matinee showing on Sunday, August 1 at 1:00 pm. Performers will include Abby Wheeler of Marion. Tickets are $15. For more information, please visit www.burtwoodschool.com or call 508-946-1071. Photo courtesy of the Burt Wood School.
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CMW Swap Shack407 viewsRay Pickles poses in front of a new CMW Swap Shack at the Marion Transfer Station. Marion and Rochester residents will be able to swap usable household and children’s items at the Swap Shack. Photo by Joan Hartnett-Barry.
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Brush Fire407 viewsA five-acre brushfire broke out on the Mattapoisett/Rochester town line on Saturday afternoon in the woods near Wolf Island Road and Long Plain Road. Photo by Eric Trippoli
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It's All About The Animals407 viewsIt's All About The Animals, a non-profit cat shelter in Rochester, Mass., has been responsible for helping to save the lives of over 250 cats since its inception in 2009. The no-kill shelter always has several animals on hand for adoption. Check out these furry felines, who have all recently been officially adopted by loving families from around the Tri-Town. Photos by Eric Tripoli.
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Memorial Day 2013407 viewsMemorial Day 2013 offered something for everyone as the Tri-Town came out in droves to remember American veterans who gave their lives. The Sippican School and Old Hammondtown bands performed, while festivities also included parades, speeches, and ceremonies from the American Legion and VFW. Photos by Felix Perez, Joan Hartnett-Barry, and Nick Walecka.
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Memorial Day 2013407 viewsMemorial Day 2013 offered something for everyone as the Tri-Town came out in droves to remember American veterans who gave their lives. The Sippican School and Old Hammondtown bands performed, while festivities also included parades, speeches, and ceremonies from the American Legion and VFW. Photos by Felix Perez, Joan Hartnett-Barry, and Nick Walecka.
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