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Disaster Drill487 viewsFairhaven Fire Department hosted a full-scale exercise to improve emergency response in the region. Mattapoisett, Rochester, Dartmouth, Freetown, Acushnet, and New Bedford all responded to a disaster that simulated an accident between a school bus and an oil truck at Livesey Park in Fairhaven. Twenty drama students from New Bedford Vocational High School played the part of injured students who were assessed and treated for injuries. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Annual Tree Sale487 viewsA Decorating Committee from the Sippican Woman’s Club produced over 50 festive trees for the Tree Spree, which started in Handy’s 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 O’Brien-Kakley.
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Election Time487 viewsSharon Hartley was out with her supporters on April 14, 2010, at the annual Rochester town election. Ms. Hartley, the incumbent chairperson of the Rochester School Committee, was challenged by newcomer Matthew Beaulieu. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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RMS Groundbreaking487 viewsIt was a momentous day in Rochester on May 28, 2010, when the school held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Rochester Memorial School project, scheduled to be completed in the 2010/2011 school year. The $26M project will renovate the existing building and add a considerable addition to accommodate Rochester’s growing population. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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4th of July Parade487 viewsThe Marion Benjamin Cushing VFW Post 2425 organized another spectacular Fourth of July parade for Marion Village this year on July 5, 2010. Floats, antique cars, fire engines and lots of farm equipment made their way through the streets of Marion to celebrate the nation’s birthday in style. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Azorean Maritime 487 viewsThe Azorean Maritime Heritage Society in New Bedford, MA is hosting about 70 people from the Azores in early September 2010 for the International Azorean Whaleboat Regatta with teams from USA, racing against teams from Pico and Faial. The 70 or so visitors from the Azores are being housed at the homes of the members of the Society in New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, and Mattapoisett. Photo courtesy of Barbara Treban.
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Defense487 viewsTrish Akins and Dara Midwood teach Tri-Town women a free lesson in self-defense at the Mattapoisett Council on Aging classroom at the Center School on Friday mornings. For more information on this class (open to all ages), call the COA at 508-758-4110. Photos by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Fall Fun487 viewsThe Mattapoisett Historical Museum and Carriage House hosted a cider-making and pumpkin-carving event at the Museum on September 26. Children got the chance to press their own cider, carve some silly faces, and peel apples. Nothing tastes better than cider you’ve made yourself! Photo by Felix Perez.
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Texas Hold ‘em487 viewsEd Martin III checks his cards and considers a move at the Chloe Harding Fund Texas Hold ‘em Tournament on March 5, 2011. Sixty-four players came out to support Chloe. Mr. Martin finished in fourth place. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Blood Drive487 viewsCheryl Randall and her son Pierce were among the volunteers and donors at the fifth annual Harbor Days Blood Drive. Ms. Randall spent her third year volunteering, while her 17-year-old son gave a “double red cell” donation, helping to save up to six lives with his one good deed. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Grange Fair487 viewsThere were plenty of fresh vegetables and baked goodies to enjoy at the Rochester Grange Fair on August 20, 2011. Photo by Laura Fedak Pedulli.
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Habitat for Humanity Home and Garden Show487 viewsBilly's Lillies displays some of their flower varieties at the Habitat for Humanity Home and Garden Show at Tabor Academy, March 24, 2012.
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