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Scout Camp Fire169 viewsMarion Boy Scouts Troop 32 and Cub Scouts Pack 32 are in need of assistance after a March 8 brush fire destroyed buildings and equipment at Camp Hadley. Marion Fire reported on its Facebook page that the department received a 911 call for a brushfire that got away from an adjacent property owner. Engine No. 1 arrived to discover the fire had quickly spread to both of the outbuildings used by Camp Hadley. Mutual aid followed from Wareham, Mattapoisett and Rochester Fire departments,
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Once Upon a Mattress169 viewsEmily Wyman, playing Princess Winnifred, shares a scene with Thomas Berry (Prince Dauntless) during Monday’s rehearsal for Old Rochester Regional High School’s production of "Once Upon a Mattress." Performances of the spring musical are scheduled for Thursday, March 30, through Sunday, April 2 at the high school auditorium. Photo by Mick Colageo. March 16, 2023
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Springtime169 viewsSpringtime weather in southeastern Massachusetts as usual has been a mixed bag, but on Monday these blooming Daffodils in front of the Marion Town House signaled the change of seasons. Almanac.com says that these fall perennials should be planted before the first freeze and that while they prosper in direct sunlight, they will grow in some measure of shade provided the ground is not too wet. For that reason, effective drainage is essential, be it in a pot or on the side of a hill. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Sippican Arts169 viewsBoston artist Bren Bataclan and Sippican Elementary School art teacher Katie Pike show off Bataclan's artwork during the Marion school’s Arts in Action event. Featured work was created by students in Grades K-6 as part of their ongoing Global Art Adventure curriculum. Photos courtesy of Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55
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Bill Tilden169 viewsBill Tilden was recently honored at Old Rochester Regional High School for his 15 years as director of Athletics. Tilden is transitioning this summer from the A.D. job to groundskeeper and will reclaim a larger role as head coach of the high school cross-country and track-and-field programs. Photos courtesy of ORR School District
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Blessing of the Fleet169 viewsThe Reverend Eric Fialho, rector at Saint Gabriel’s Parish, presided as the Town of Marion held its first-ever Blessing of the Fleet on January 1 in Sippican Harbor. One tradition well established the past half-dozen years was the sunflower in the outer harbor, where several vessels tied up to one another at the stern and aimed their bows outward toward the sea in 360-degree formation. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Alia Cusolito169 viewsAlia Cusolito’s art was on exhibit July 8 at the Mattapoisett Museum featuring depictions of Audre Lorde, a self-proclaimed “black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet” who dedicated her life to confronting and addressing injustices of racism, sexism, classism and homophobia, and Emma, a dear friend who passed away in 2022. Photos of Alia’s artwork by Marilou Newell
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Ned's Point Wind169 viewsSaturday's visitors to Ned's Point were greeted by a sky full of spectacular animated kites depicting sea life. Photos by Mick Colageo
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ORR Class of 2024169 viewsThe Old Rochester Regional High School Class of 2024 enjoyed a September 22 field trip to Ned’s Point Lighthouse, where they carried on the time-honored, senior-class ritual and enjoyed fun, frolic and lunch. Photos courtesy ORR School District
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Mattapoisett’s Fire Department169 viewsMattapoisett’s Fire Department opened its doors to the community on October 12 with a grand party filled with family, friends and pizza. The event was an opportunity for the department to highlight fire prevention while tiny tots donned helmets and rang the bell on an antique fire engine. “It’s a great success,” said Chief Andrew Murray of the event that hosted several hundred people of all ages. New Fire Engine Number 3 was on display having just a day before been added to the fleet.
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169 viewsThe Old Rochester boys and girls soccer teams played recent games at Gillette Stadium. Photos courtesy ORR District
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Halloween Parade169 viewsThe Marion Art Center held its annual Halloween Parade Tuesday afternoon in the village with the help of musicians from Sippican Elementary School and many community participants in costume. Photos by Mick Colageo
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