Our hearts are broken as we share the passing of our beloved Vivian Dalee Jones on Friday, August 22, 2025, after a yearlong battle with cancer. Vivian’s time with us was far too short but she filled our lives with joy, laughter, love and a little sass every single day. Anyone that met Vivian […] Read more »
The Marion Affordable Housing Trust met on Tuesday, August 12 to discuss active cases involving housing projects around town, more specifically, at the former Lockheed Martin site immediately south of the Cushing Community Center and the neighboring developments off the ocean side of Route 6 at the Wareham town line. Reorganization of the […] Read more »
This week in Revolutionary War History, let’s discuss what was going on 250 years ago in and around the colonial Province of Massachusetts Bay. Last week, the Continental Army was laying out plans to combat their dire lack of supplies, both food and arms. Washington was also displeased with information circulating of American POWs […] Read more »
The Marion Social Club located at 44 Pumping Station Road, Marion, is having a Chicken Dinner which will include a chicken, potato salad, vegetable and dessert for $17.00 each. It will be held on Sunday, September 21 at 1:00 pm but doors open at 12pm for socializing. Please call Betsy Youngson for tickets at 508-295-8253. […] Read more »
“Bikes for All” is entering its fifth Fall season of collecting, refurbishing and distributing the generous contributions of bicycles of all sizes. Over 282 children and adults have been able to enjoy their recycled bicycles throughout the past four years. Each bicycle was refurbished, equipped with a bell and lights as each rider was fitted […] Read more »
On Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm the Mattapoisett Congregational Church will once again host their annual yard sale in Reynard Hall, rain or shine. Lots of great items will be available including home furnishings, housewares, collectibles, beautiful handbags, sports equipment, books, small furniture, toys and games as well as new […] Read more »
The League of Women Voters SouthCoast is pleased to announce that Celia Canavan, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters Massachusetts, will be the featured speaker at its upcoming Community Meeting. This event will take place on Wednesday, September 10, at noon at the Wamsutta Club, located at 427 County Street, New Bedford. […] Read more »
On August 19, the first meeting of the Mattapoisett Open Space and Recreation Committee was held. Leading the meeting was Michelle Tinger, Assistant Director of Environmental Planning for SRPEDD (Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District). SRPEDD was invited to assist Mattapoisett as it crafts what could be called a mini-masterplan only this […] Read more »
The top two causes of blindness world-wide are cataracts and glaucoma. Cataracts happen to us all eventually. This clouding of the normally clear lens is the eyes’ equivalent of graying hair. If the cataract does not bother you, it can be watched. Eventually surgery may be needed, and is usually successful, but no […] Read more »
The MAC has a full slate of fun activities to acclimate the kids to the exciting fall season. MAC Dance Academy is back – MAC Dance Academy is a classically taught dance studio that fosters individuality and fun for dancers of all ages and experience levels. This relaxed dance program provides extraordinary dance instruction […] Read more »