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Taber Library Ribbon Cutting602 viewsTaber Library opened its front doors on Monday for the grand re-opening of the main entrance. The entrance renovation is now complete, and residents, town officials, library staff, and family members of donor Peggy Repass converged for a ceremonial ribbon cutting to mark the occasion. Photos by Jean Perry
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San Jose Shipwreck602 viewsElizabeth Leidhold, director of the Marion Natural History Museum, thanks Dr. Jeff Kaeli of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute on June 7 after his presentation on the San Jose shipwreck. The ship is reported to have been carrying $17 billion in gold, silver, and precious gems. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Boston Post Cane602 viewsSelectman Brad Morse presented the Boston Post cane to Rochester’s oldest living resident, Edna Chadwick, 101, at her home on June 11. The Boston Post cane tradition was started in 1909 when the now defunct newspaper presented 700 New England towns with ebony canes imported from Africa and crowned in 14-karat gold to be passed down to the oldest resident living in the town. The last cane holder, Marion Thomas, passed away on April 19, 2019, at the age of 102. Photo courtesy Amanda Baptiste
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Walking Tour602 viewsThe last Healthy Tri-Town Coalition walking tour took place where once all the towns in this trio were one – Rochester. The group learned about early religious practices, local government, and the earliest settlers to the area. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion Recreation Department Lifeguards 602 viewsOn July 18 the Marion Recreation Department Lifeguards conducted a training drill at Silvershell Beach. Each week the lifeguards conduct training drills throughout the summer season. This particular drill was done with the Marion Harbormaster's Department and the Marion Fire/EMS Department.
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SLT Oyster Fest 602 viewsThe Sippican Lands Trust’s Beer and Oyster Fest fundraiser was a hit despite the threat of approaching Hurricane Dorian, which was replaced with blue skies just in time, and holding the event earlier in the day mitigated the guests’ exposure to EEE-carrying mosquitos. The SLT sold 214 tickets and was pleased with the turnout. Photos by Shawn Sweet and Lauren Boucher.
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SLT Oyster Fest 602 viewsThe Sippican Lands Trust’s Beer and Oyster Fest fundraiser was a hit despite the threat of approaching Hurricane Dorian, which was replaced with blue skies just in time, and holding the event earlier in the day mitigated the guests’ exposure to EEE-carrying mosquitos. The SLT sold 214 tickets and was pleased with the turnout. Photos by Shawn Sweet and Lauren Boucher.
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46 Water Street602 viewsThe architecturally magnificent 46 Water Street, home of Robert and Judith Rosbe, is now distinguished with listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Dance the Night Away601 viewsThe Mattapoisett Congregational Church hosted a family-oriented night of "Dancing with the Stars" on Friday, March 23. Young and old alike danced to the music of DJ Don Hunt from City Lights Disc Jockey Services and then were thrilled to dance alongside special guest 'stars' The Cat in the Hat and Shrek! Members of Heidi Parker Catelli's dance troupe were also on hand to teach a few dance steps. (Photo by Robert Chiarito).
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It IS Rocket Science!601 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum held an after-school program titled “Rocket Science” on March 15 which used weights and balances to see how rockets work. A group of students learned general principles and after constructing a small rocket got the chance to go outside to try them out. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Leidhold).
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Mattapoisett Veterans Day 2008601 viewsVeterans Agent Barry Denham and keynote speaker Col. Nancy Souza, USA, share a laugh during Mattapoisett’s Veterans' Day ceremony at Old Hammondtown School. (Photo by Kenneth J. Souza).
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Mom's Run601 viewsSeveral hundred runners and walkers participated in the Tiara Classic Mother's Day 5k Race on Sunday morning, May 10 in Mattapoisett. The event, now in its third year raises funds and awareness for the Women’s Fund of Southeastern Massachusetts while celebrating motherhood. Photo by Robert Chiarito.
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