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Rochester’s Memorial Day119 viewsStudent participation was at the forefront of Rochester’s Memorial Day weekend ceremonies held on Sunday at the Senior Center, Town Hall and Daggett Square. Boy Scout Troop 31 posted the colors, and music was provided by the Rochester Memorial School Band and The Showstoppers, who recited the Pledge of Allegiance and sang a patriotic medley. Old Rochester student Esther Smith read the governor’s proclamation, Old Colony student Cameron Makuch read The Gettysburg Address, ORR student Ava Figueiredo read “In
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Nolanfest119 viewsNearing the fifth anniversary of the passing of Nolan Gibbons, Nolanfest 2025 was held at Silvershell Beach this past Saturday evening. Hundreds were in attendance to pay tribute, remember, and support local singers and musical artists. Over 20 different performances occurred at the stage, including The Showstoppers, of which Nolan was a member beginning in 2014 at the age of nine. The event was free but saw numerous donations to the Nolan Gibbons Memorial Fund which goes towards supporting artists through
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Marion Natural History Museum119 viewsOn July 16, the Marion Natural History Museum's community group had a chance to explore some of our local butterfly species. We found a Clouded Sulphur, Eastern tailed blue, Monarchs, Little Wood Satyrs, Common Wood Nymphs, and two Pearl Crescents. We also learned to identify some of their host plants including Butterfly Weed, Milkweed, Sweet Pepperbush and Mountain Mint. The Museum wishes to thank Andrew Griffith of the Massachusetts Butterfly Association for sharing his expertise with our group. Our next
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Marion Town House Renovations119 viewsThe Marion Town House renovations began on Monday, September 1. Seen are images taken the second day of work, with ceiling tiles removed, wiring pulled from walls, tarps erected, floors covered with cardboard, floodlights set up, and tools scattered about. The sound of workers parroting orders echoed through the old halls. Photos by Sam Bishop. September 4, 2025 edition
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Cuttyhunk118 viewsWendy Copps conducted an “Ocean in Motion” exercise at Barges Beach, and Kate Armstrong led children in an exploration of the saltmarsh as part of Old Hammondtown Elementary School’s field trip to Cuttyhunk on June 16. Approximately 70 Grade 6 graduates made the ferry ride from Mattapoisett to take part in a science field trip organized by the Mattapoisett Land Trust Education Committee and held in conjunction with the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the STEAM Academy. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Marion Fireworks118 viewsThanks to the ahead-of-schedule success of the Fireworks Committee, the Town of Marion held its fireworks display for the first time since 2019. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Marion 4th of July Parade118 viewsMarion held its Independence Day Parade on Monday morning. Photos by Shawn Sweet
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Keel Award118 viewsHarry Norweb and Diane Cosman outside the new pavilion at the Cushing Community Center. Norweb, Cosman and Merry Conway (not pictured) are the 2022 Keel Award recipients for the Town of Marion. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Mattapoisett Town Band Director118 viewsOn August 25, Mattapoisett Town Band Director Jim Farmer introduced the new band director, Jayson Newell. Farmer retired after more than 30 years as the Town Band leader. Newell, who has more than 25 years playing and teaching in south-coast bands and in schools, is a teacher at Durfee High School in Fall River. Newell thanked Farmer and those in attendance and looks forward to the 2023 season. Photo courtesy of Joanne Dunn
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Harvest Moon118 viewsThe harvest moon rising over Strawberry Point in Mattapoisett is a reminder that the days have become shorter, the children are back in school, football games and marching bands are making signature sounds and the summer is suddenly on short notice. Photo courtesy of Faith Ball
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Sippican Elementary School 118 viewsSaturday's car wash held at Sippican Elementary School to raise money for Grade 6 extracurricular activities. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Cranberry Harvest Race118 viewsParticipants in Sunday's Cranberry Harvest Race stopped at Mattapoisett Wharf to rest up and get some nourishment. The bike ride starting and finishing in Myles Standish State Forest in Plymouth also traveled through Carver, Rochester and Acushnet. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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