It was clear on Sunday – with all the donated items, the scores of volunteers, and the great community turnout – that the Tri-Town community has a great appreciation for its local independently-run cat shelter. October 2 was the 2nd Annual Octopurrfest at “It’s All About the Animals,” a shelter run by Pam and Oren […] Read more »
On Saturday, October 15, Tabor Academy will induct the inaugural Class of 2016 into the new Tabor Academy Athletic Hall of Fame. Overall, six teams, seven coaches and 15 individual athletes are being inducted. The physical location of the Athletic Hall of Fame is in the Tiedemann Concourse of the Fish Center for Health & […] Read more »
The Tri-County Symphonic Band, under the direction of Philip Sanborn, will begin its 55th season with a program entitled “Shades of Blue” on Sunday, October 23 at 3:00 pm in the Fireman Performing Arts Center at Hoyt Hall on the campus of Tabor Academy, 235 Front Street, Marion. Clarinetist Charlie Suriyakham will be the soloist […] Read more »
We are excited to announce that all registered voters will be able to vote before Election Day for the first time ever in Massachusetts. Early voting will begin on October 24 and continue through November 4. Prior to the enactment of this new law, the only way a registered voter was allowed to vote prior […] Read more »
One hundred fifty cyclists pedaled across Southeastern New England on Sunday to show their support for clean water during the Buzzards Bay Coalition’s 10th anniversary Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride, an annual scenic bicycling tour stretching from Little Compton, RI to Woods Hole, MA. The event raised more than $120,000 to support the nonprofit Coalition’s education, […] Read more »
A film and book discussion series is beginning at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Tuesday, October 4 at 6:00 pm when the audience will view Terms of Endearment starring Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, and Jack Nicholson. The film, based on the novel by Larry McMurtry, won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress, […] Read more »
To the Editor: We are writing in support of the Town of Marion’s acceptance of the VFW property. This article will be voted on at Town Meeting on October 24. We extend our gratitude to the Benjamin D. Cushing Post for all their service to our country and to the Town of Marion in the […] Read more »
Dear Editor: As the school year begins, our thoughts turn to what we hope young people will learn this year. As parents, teachers and others concerned with health, let’s be aware that youth are being targeted by the tobacco industry. Big Tobacco is sweet talking our kids with products that are sweet, cheap, and easy […] Read more »
The Tri-County Music Association wishes to congratulate the 2016 recipients of the John R. Pandolfi Scholarship. Since 1962, the Tri-County Music Association has been working hard to bring quality music to the community and to assist local youth in achieving dreams of doing the same. Proceeds from ticket sales and generous donations are distributed annually […] Read more »
Squirts: The Gateway Gladiator Squirt team continued their strong play with two wins this weekend. On Saturday, the team faced off against Duxbury and fought to a 12-2 win. On offense, Tommy Clavell led the team with five goals and an assist. Brayden Cannon, Brayden Hathon, Liz Kilpatrick (2), Ben Hebbel, Kevin Place, and Patrick […] Read more »