We invite you to join us from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, December 13 at the Library for the Annual Friends Holiday Fundraiser. We will be auctioning off 12 beautifully curated, themed baskets, as well as a couple of deluxe gift baskets worth over $100 each. Tickets are on sale now and will […] Read more »
The town of Marion has been awarded a study by the state in order to ascertain the residents’ desire for and town’s potential plans for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) selected Marion for a feasibility study as it sets forth EV initiatives across the state through their “On-Street […] Read more »
‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the land, Town folks were gathering to hear the Tri-County Symphonic Band. The Tri-County Symphonic Band, under the direction of Philip Sanborn, celebrates the festive holiday season with its Annual Children’s Christmas Concert, on Sunday, December 14, 1:30 pm at the Sippican School, 16 Spring Street, […] Read more »
Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity (BBAHFH) is seeking metal wheelchair ramp donations and support for their Ramp Donation Program. According to Executive Director Christine Lacourse, “We have currently helped 26 families with ramps this year with the community’s support. We have three more families that need our help before the end of the year, […] Read more »
The Marion Water & Sewer Regulations Review Committee met on Thursday, December 4 to discuss the now-deferred Citizens’ Petition Town Meeting article regarding secondary water meters. The committee was created by the Select Board in July for the purpose of reviewing, assessing, and recommending updates to the town’s regulations regarding sewer and water […] Read more »
While cannabis (marijuana) is still classified as a Schedule I drug at the federal level, meaning it has no legitimate medical use and a high potential for abuse, the same is not true at the state level. Forty states plus the District of Columbia allow licensed health professionals to prescribe cannabis products for medical use. […] Read more »
Silas D. Coellner, Principal of Old Rochester Regional Jr. High School, announces the following Students of the 1st Quarter. Green Team: Madison E. Ferreira and Dominic L. Philie Orange Team: Harper L. Osetkowski and Manuel J. Palomo Blue Team: Penelope M. Conley and Charles S. Whinnem Red Team: Emelia E. Marmelo […] Read more »
On December 13 from 10:00 pm to 1:30 pm, the Rochester Historical Society will be at the Plumb Library Holiday Fund Raiser. We’ll be right there as you come in the door, and we hope you will stop to say hi and to check out our items for sale. We’re Santa approved with many potential […] Read more »
Residents in the beach neighborhood located off Dyar Road came before the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission on December 8 with a Notice of Intent filing for the maintenance of a beach pathway. The filing reads, “The applicant (8 Dyar Road Nominee Trust) propose maintaining the footpath section of Byrne Avenue and Shell Beach Road.” […] Read more »
As the daylight recedes, I continue to make a bee-line for my coveralls and a little time in the garden after putting in a day of work in education. It feels good just to be outside and also to get more tasks accomplished – all bulbs are in the ground as of this weekend; […] Read more »