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Police Station Ground Breaking575 viewsConstruction on the new Marion Police Station officially began on September 8, 2009 with a groundbreaking ceremony. Among those present were Police Chief Lincoln Miller, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen Stephen Cushing, Selectmen Roger Blanchette and Jonathan Henry, Project Manager Rick Pomeroy, Architect Brian Humes, Building Committee Chairman Dale Jones, and Jonathan Scully of B.C. Construction. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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Journey's End575 viewsTrees were trimmed along Brant Beach Avenue, and N Star worked with Comcast to bring some power lines down so the Francoeur house could be placed onto its new foundation on November 10, 2009. Debbie Francoeur and her son Isaac have t-shirts and hats available for those wishing to purchase a keepsake of the move. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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Soles for Soul575 viewsORR high school and junior high school are participating in the “Soles for Souls” campaign to supply gently used shoes to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Teacher Margaret Benson said that it’s an attempt to help people who have “lost everything and can’t begin to repair without something to walk in”. The schools will continue to collect shoes until the end of the month. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Ready, Set, Go!575 viewsOn Sunday, March 21, 2010 The Marion Cub Scouts Pack 32 revived the annual soap-box derby after a three-year absence. Scouts raced carts down Holmes Street in Marion for a chance to help make their den the fastest in the pack. After several races and dozens of trips up and down the hill, the Webelos II Den went home with the title. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Groundbreaking575 viewsA groundbreaking for Little Neck Village, Marion’s new affordable senior housing village, took place on June 9, 2010. Speakers included Marion Selectman Jonathan Henry, Marion Affordable Housing Trust Chairperson Ora Mae Torres and State Senator Marc Pacheco. Photo by Laura Pedulli.
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Celebrating Freedom575 viewsDespite funding setbacks, the Marion fireworks took place this year at Silver Shell Beach under perfectly clear skies. Revelers enjoyed the patriotic music of Phil Sanborn and the Marion Concert Band while brilliant colors illuminated the harbor. Unless the town can secure a permanent source of funding, next year’s fireworks may be in jeopardy. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Winter Walk575 viewsThe Mattapoisett Land Trust members and friends enjoyed a hike through the wintery woods on Saturday, February 12, 2011. The group explored the Brownell parcel, which MLT is planning to acquire this summer. The parcel includes an old blueberry orchard and small streams. Photo by Felix Perez.
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ORR Legends575 viewsNine Old Rochester Regional athletic legends were inducted into the ORR Hall of Fame in the first annual ceremony on June 11, 2011. Back row, from left to right: Chris Riley, Frank Oliva, Andrea Porter, Peter Trow, Kate O'Shaughnessy, Scott Dragos, Donald Dorr, Wayne Caswell. Front row, center: Maurice, "Mudgie" Tavares. Photo by Felix Perez. June 16, 2011 edition
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Hurricane Irene575 viewsAlthough wind gusts teetered on hurricane strength, Irene was a tropical storm as she made landfall in the Tri-Town on August 28, 2011. The storm knocked out electricity for over 200,000 NSTAR customers in Massachusetts. On Tuesday, as The Wanderer was being sent to the printer, many Mattapoisett residents were still without power. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Turkey Trot 2011575 viewsDon't forget! The first annual Marion Turkey Trot to benefit the Marion Recreation Department kicks off from Front Street (Baxter House at Tabor Academy) on Sunday, November 20, 2011. It's not too late to participate! Show up at 8:00 am if you need to register.
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Clear Skies575 viewsClear skies on Mattapoisett Harbor. Photo by Robert Chiarito.
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Marion Holiday Tree 2011575 viewsThe Marion Holiday tree was lit as a part of the village Stroll on December 11, 2011. The tree is a part of the merry display at Bicentennial Park. Photo by Felix Perez.
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