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Polar Plunge253 viewsOn New Years Day, hundreds were arrayed at Mattapoisett Town Beach for this year’s Mattapoisett Polar Plunge. Since 2013, the beach has seen residents and visitors run into the freezing Atlantic to kick off the new year. The event is held by Keep On Plungin’ who, through the selling of baked goods, coffee, and hot chocolate, donate all proceeds of the fridged plunge to local families grappling with the costs of cancer treatment. Photo by Sam Bishop.
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Mattapoisett253 viewsPhoto by Amylynn Laurendeau
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Frosty Runner Road Race253 viewsThe Frosty Runner Road Race was held in Rochester on January 25. Photo by Robert Pina.
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Old Colony Regional Vocational-Technical High School Boys’ Basketball Team253 viewsThe Old Colony Regional Vocational-Technical High School boys basketball team developed a starting five that made the most of their senior year, going 18-2 through the regular-season schedule, capturing the State Small School Vocational title and advancing in the MIAA Division 5 state tournament before bowing to top-seeded, undefeated and eventual state champion Pioneer Valley. Rochester residents Landon Hunter (12) and Nick Fringuelli (23) were named 2025 Mayflower League All-Stars, along with team captain
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Mattapoisett253 viewsPhoto by Jennifer Shepley
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Harbor Days 253 viewsCakes were on the griddle, and patriotism was in the air, as residents and visitors were greeted by the annual Harbor Days festival hosted by the Lions Club last weekend in Shipyard Park. Photo courtesy of the Mattapoisett Lions Club and Immediate Past King Lion Robert Haley
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Irving Berlin253 viewsMarion audiences are invited to discover the genius behind the American songbook of Irving Berlin in a dazzling live performance. Timeless Tunes, Tales and Tributes shows are scheduled for Friday, September 5, and Saturday, September 6, at 7:30 pm and on Sunday, September 7, at 4:00 pm at the Marion Congregational Community Center, 144 Front Street. The Irving Berlin Revue singers include Brad Cardwell, Johnny Ashley, Paul Sardinha, Lyn-Marie Dandineau, Sarah Jackson, Mary Caldwell, and Caroline Blaise.
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Old Rochester Youth Baseball League252 viewsThe first Opening Day since 2019 brought out Old Rochester Youth Baseball League players and their families on Saturday morning in Rochester. A parade began at the Dexter Lane baseball complex and made its way to Gifford Park, where ORYB’s David Arancio recognized the many years of service from Derek Mello, Peter Vieira and David Nelson, who all threw ceremonial first pitches. Players in their final season were also recognized. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Little Free Diverse Library252 viewsIt's been a year since Tri-Town Against Racism’s first Little Free Diverse Library was installed at Ned's Point in Mattapoisett, and on May 12 TTAR members along with supporters gathered again to celebrate, this time the reopening of the little library that in November 2021 had been vandalized, destroying both the structure and the books it held. That senseless act only fostered a stronger sense of purpose and community unity. Photos by Marilou Newell
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252 viewsA procession on Front Street that began at the Music Hall culminated with Marion’s Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony at Old Landing. From left, Marion Select Board members Norm Hills, Toby Burr and Randy Parker, Town Administrator Jay McGrail, keynote speaker former U.S. Marines Corporal Jack McLean and master of ceremonies Air Force Major Andrew Bonney. Contributing to the observances were Father Eric Fialho of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies, the Sippican E
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Rochester Memorial School252 viewsRochester Memorial School students enjoyed their farewell to the 2022-23 school year on June 24, as RMS held its rowdy tradition featuring a faculty and staff orchestra serenading in song. Bus drivers took extra laps around the loop to the cheers of their families, as the children waved. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Howard Tinkham252 viewsHoward Tinkham’s 100th birthday was celebrated on Sunday with a parade that went from the Florence Eastman Post 280 American Legion in Mattapoisett out to Ned’s Point Lighthouse and back, followed by a party at the hall featuring “God Bless America” and “Happy Birthday” sung by the Showstoppers and refreshments for the many citizens who attended to express their appreciation for all that Tinkham has meant to the town. Photos by Mick Colageo and Jennifer Gerrior
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