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Lions International Peace Poster Contest481 viewsParticipants in the 31st annual Lions International Peace Poster Contest were honored for their participation at the morning assembly at Old Hammondtown School on Friday, November 2. Shown here L-R: Mattapoisett Lion Helene Rose, second place winner Caitlin O’Donnell, third place winner Taylor Walsh, first place winner Caroline Brogioli, and Lions Club member Cindy Turse. Photo courtesy Helene Rose
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What are you up to?481 viewsWe asked folks what they’ve been up to and the response was overwhelming and positive. Stay safe folks!
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Homes for Cats480 viewsHabitat for Cats held an adoption day on Sunday January 12th. Cats and kittens from New Bedford, Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Marion and other local towns were available for adoption. For more information visit habitatforcats.org. Photo by Felix Perez
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High Winds and Waves480 viewsOn February 7, rain and high winds hit Southeastern Massachusetts, resulting in thousands of electrical outages. The hardest hit in the Tri-Town area was Rochester with more than 500 Eversource customers reporting wires down and service interruptions from mid-afternoon into the night. Gusts of over 70 miles per hour were reported by the National Weather Service. Rochester’s Highway Department was on the job for approximately 24 hours removing trees. Photo by Marilou Newell
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New Bedford Youth Ballet 479 viewsThe New Bedford Youth Ballet will perform an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book on Sunday, March 8, at the NBB Community Theater, 2343 Purchase Street, in New Bedford. Performances are scheduled for 1:00 and 2:00 pm. All proceeds benefit the New Bedford Youth Ballet. Pictured are, from left, front row: Camila Paraskeva of Marion and Clara Bonney of Marion. Back row: Sabrina Cunningham of Mattapoisett; Madeleine Hunt of Mattapoisett; and Meredith Davignon of Mattapoisett.
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Quarantine Fun!479 viewsFolks shared their photos of fun during the good weather this weekend.
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Zumbathon478 viewsThe ORR high school gymnasium was alive with music and movement on Sunday, April 11, 2010, when dancers took to the floor for a good cause. For a $30 contribution, participants could Zumba for three hours, and the proceeds of the Zumbathon went to Compassionate Care for ALS in Falmouth, a non-profit organization that provides equipment and support to families affected by ALS. The Zumbathon was in honor of Jeffrey Lawrence, a 47-year-old man living with ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
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Dollhouse477 viewsNewly formed pop group, Dollhouse, delivered a high-energy hit performance on February 13 in Lawrence, Ma at the Roxy as the opening act for Donnie Klang of MTV's Making The Band. The five-member girl group showcased impressive vocals with solid harmonies and synchronized choreography. Dollhouse members include (left to right): Simone Cardoso, 14, of New Bedford; Kimber-lee Jacobsen, 17, of Westport; Jillian Jensen, 17, of Rochester; Taylor Lawler, 14, of Acushnet; and Jillian Zucco, 16, of Mattapoisett.
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Christmas Wreath Sale 477 viewsTeam “Sole Survivor” held its annual Christmas wreath sale last weekend beginning on Black Friday, and they will continue to sell hand-decorated wreaths and crafts throughout this weekend while supplies last. The group is stationed out front of 428 Wareham Road (Route 6) in Marion. All proceeds benefit the Tri-Town Relay for Life. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Weekend Fun477 viewsMany of our readers shared what they were up to this weekend. Share your moments with our Facebook Group.
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Old Colony Highlanders Pipe Band 476 viewsOld Colony Highlanders Pipe Band recently traveled to Loon Mountain in Lincoln, New Hampshire to compete in the New England Championships pipe band competition. Old Colony Highlanders came in second place overall in the championships in a field of fifteen bands.This was no small feat considering that this is the band’s first year of competing. Photo courtesy Diane Wood-Bielski
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Fun for Finleys475 viewsFriends and family gathered on Sunday, April 1 at the American Legion Hall in Mattapoisett to celebrate a combined 170 years of birthdays. About 80 people filled the hall to honor one of the towns most beloved couples, Don and Hope Finley. Don will turn 90 in May and Hope just turned 80 last month. (Photo by Robert Chiarito).
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