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Elizabeth Taber Statue409 viewsOn July 14, work began on the Elizabeth Taber Statue site at Bicentennial Park in Marion. The site will include granite steppers, concrete paving, lighting, two wooden benches and a granite bench for Elizabeth to sit on. There will be room on either side of the granite bench for folks to sit and thank Elizabeth for all that she did for Marion. Susannah Davis of Marion has designed the plantings that will be added around the site. – Judith Rosbe
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ORR Class of 2020409 viewsOld Rochester’s graduating class tosses their Graduation Caps in the air to celebrate graduating during the ceremony held on August 8, 2020. Photo by Ryan Feeney
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Mattapoisett Historical Commission409 viewsHope springs eternal as volunteers and members of the Mattapoisett Historical Commission recently planted daffodil bulbs at Shipyard Park around memorial brick locations. Pictured is volunteer Paul Coderre. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Tri-Town Cemeteries409 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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Bowlmor409 viewsTuesday brought the end of an era, as the Bowlmor bowling alley on Route 6 in Mattapoisett village came down when Costello Dismantling demolished the long beloved venue. The structure had suffered a 2017 roof collapse, resulting in a condemnation order and eventually a demolition order for the building. See story on the Mattapoisett Board of Selectmen. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Melody Pacheco409 viewsOn March 17 family, friends, and co-workers came out in force to beep and wave at retiring Mattapoisett Town Hall employee Melody Pacheco, who ended her 35-year career after serving in a variety of capacities, including assistant to the town administrator, for over a decade. While Pacheco looked on from the steps of Town Hall, all in attendance wished her a very happy retirement with cheers of “Thank You” and tears of gratitude. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Mattapoisett Scene409 viewsPhoto by Ruth Griffin
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Mattapoisett Museum409 viewsThe Mattapoisett Museum has been undergoing much-needed repairs, and the work is nowhere near finished. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Antiques in Rochester408 viewsRochester Womens Club co-president Marsha Hartley's grandson Apollo plays at the Rochester Woman's Clubhouse on November 29, 2009. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Annual Tree Sale408 viewsA Decorating Committee from the Sippican Womans Club produced over 50 festive trees for the Tree Spree, which started in Handys Tavern. The tavern was decked out with themed trees, including a Barbie tree, a Hannukah tree, a Mallard duck tree, and even a tree decorated with recycled items like bottles and plastic bags. Photo by Anne OBrien-Kakley.
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Barn Tour408 viewsOver 60 carloads of people enjoyed the second annual Rochester Land Trust Barn Tour on June 27, 2010. With eight barns on the route, enthusiasts got to explore this fascinating part of the New England landscape. Some, like the Hiller farm barn, are still in use, and others on the tour were well-kept relics of our agricultural past. Photo by Anne OBrien-Kakley
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4th Fireworks408 viewsDespite funding setbacks, the Marion fireworks took place this year at Silver Shell Beach under perfectly clear skies. Revelers enjoyed the patriotic music of Phil Sanborn and the Marion Concert Band while brilliant colors illuminated the harbor. Unless the town can secure a permanent source of funding, next years fireworks may be in jeopardy. Photo by Felix Perez.
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