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Mattapoisett’s Memorial Day 473 viewsThe remaining members of the Florence Eastman Post 280 American Legion salute the American flag while the Old Hammondtown Band plays “The Star-Spangled Banner” on May 28, 2012. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Old Colony Graduation473 viewsOn Sunday, June 3, the class of 2012 graduated from Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School in Rochester. Donned in gowns of cranberry and gold, the graduates participated in a ceremony that was just about an hour along, and highlighted by several speeches. Photos by Laura Fedak Pedulli.
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Marion Concert Band473 viewsDirector Tobias Monte conducts the Marion Concert Band, which is celebrating its 134th season this summer. Their lead-off concert was on Monday, July 2, 2012, and the next concert is Monday, July 9 at 7:30pm which will include hits from the Broadway stage. Concerts are held at the at the band shell across from Music Hall. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Employee Appreciation Cookout473 viewsOn Thursday, July 12, the Marion Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator held an employee appreciation cookout for all of the town’s board members and employees. All attendees enjoyed standard barbeque fare underneath a white canopy in Bicentennial Park. Photo by Joan Hartnett-Barry.
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Extreme Engineering473 viewsOn Tuesday, July 31, dozens of curious students gathered at the Mattapoisett Library to join Dr. Martin Hudis in his Extreme Engineering program. The students participated in a variety of different exercises using remote controlled helicopters in a hands-on approach to learn valuable lessons in math and science. The session was the last of four conducted by Dr. Hudis. Photo by Katy Fitzpatrick.
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Rochester Road Race473 viewsHundreds of runners braved the wet conditions on Saturday, August 11, to participate in the 6th Annual Rochester Road Race. All proceeds raised during the race will be donated to Damien's Food Pantry in Wareham. Photo by Katy Fitzpatrick.
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Marion Turtles473 viewsTurtles and turtle eggs have many natural predators, including seabirds, raccoons, foxes, and skunks. Local turtle experts Don Lewis and Susan Wieber Nourse use chicken wire fences to protect growing turtles in their back yard. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Taste of the Tri-Town473 viewsThe Lighthouse Fund has been giving out grants to local teachers for four years. Each school in the Tri-Town has been the recipient of these grants, which have gone to fund projects such as a hydroponic garden at Old Hammondtown School and a monarch butterfly habitat at Center School. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Summer Reading Program473 viewsFor each hour participants read, they placed a button in this jar. At the end of the "Dream Big: Read" summer reading program, students and their families had spent 7,106 hours reading. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Phoenix Crew Club473 viewsOver 50 people attended the first Phoenix Crew Club harbor tour fundraiser on Saturday, September 22, 2012. The evening featured a buffet dinner and auction, which raised about $3,000 for the regional rowing team. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Veteran’s Day 473 viewsOn November 12, members of the Mattapoisett community gathered together at Old Hammondtown Elementary School for their annual Veteran’s Day ceremony. Commander Michael Lamoureux served as emcee of the event while State Representative William Straus, Selectman Paul Silva, Veterans’ Agent Barry Denham and U.S. Navy Lieutenant Scott Burrill addressed the audience. The school’s chorus and band played patriotic tunes while the Mattapoisett Police Department presented the colors. Photos by Katy Fitzpatrick
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Holiday Shop at the MAC473 viewsThe Marion Art Center recently opened up their annual Holiday Shop, which features hand-made items by local artisans. The sale showcases original artwork, knitted items, crafts, jewelry, and greeting cards. The MAC Holiday Shop will be open until December 20, 2012. Check out a few of the items below. Photos by Eric Tripoli.
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