The Marion Water and Sewer Regulations Review Committeemet on Thursday, September 4 at the Town Hall Annex. The committee, formed by the Select Board and granted its powers on July 11 by its Committee Charter, sees its purpose as to “review, assess, and recommend updates to the town’s regulations and policies governing municipal sewer […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee will hold a public meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Neimad Facility, 57 Fairhaven Road, Mattapoisett. The meeting will address current local community concerns. The evening will also feature light refreshments, a cash bar, and open conversation among community members. […] Read more »
On September 17 at 7:00 pm, the Rochester Historical Society meeting at 355 County Road, Rochester will feature a talk by Bruce Bassett. This isn’t Bruce’s first trip to Rochester, as he was here a year ago for a ceremony by the Sons of the American Revolution to honor his ancestor, Thomas Bassett. He will […] Read more »
The September 3 Marion Board of Health meeting left off where the August meeting began – Chair Albin Johnson contending with fellow board members and with two residents and calling septic denitrification systems an “overkill.” Johnson is adamant that more studies should be done to determine whether they are needed in Marion. A resident […] Read more »
The Board of Directors of the Mattapoisett Council on Aging met on the morning of September 3, and the meeting began with a welcome back following a summer hiatus. Chair of the board Linda Clifford firstly introduced new COA Director Sarah Landry to her first meeting as “the new sheriff in town.” 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 was a busy one; a discussion between Philip Schuyler and representatives of the Haudenosaunee would eventually spell the confederation’s doom, standards are implemented for food and bread in […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Cultural Council invites grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs until October 16 at massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/. Grants are available to support cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett — including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops, and lectures. These programs promote the availability of rich cultural […] Read more »
The Nasketucket Bird Club presents Bringing Back Birds. Member Stories on Baby Birds and Conservation on Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, presented by Michael LaBossiere and Carolyn Longworth Join us for an inspiring and informative presentation highlighting community efforts to protect and restore bird populations. “Bringing Back […] Read more »
The Old Rochester Regional High School football team opened its 2025 season on Friday night at Plymouth North and, despite a furious comeback effort, fell by a 28-14 score. “The boys played hard and never gave up,” said ORR Head Coach Bryce Guilbeault. The Bulldogs battled all night long. After being down […] Read more »
A Notice of Intent Filing by the Lisa Mueller Trust Declaration came before the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission on September 8. The filing noted the location as 89 Mattapoisett Neck Road and proposed the demolition of an existing dwelling to be replaced by a new single-family home that includes a plunge pool, gas fire pit, […] Read more »