St. Philip’s Episcopal Church

The Rev. Andrew Kryzak, Rector St. John’s Church Stamford, CT will officiate 8:00 am and 10:00 am services on Sunday, July 19 using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer. Historic St. Philip’s Church is located next to the Town Beach in Mattapoisett, MA. All are welcome. Read more »

Mattapoisett Yacht Club Results

July series. Once again, the Ensign Class had to cancel racing due to Tuesday’s rain and wind.             Wednesday Night PHRF series got off to a slow start as winds were very light and shifty. The race committee had their work cut out for them, first by moving the starting line and then a postponement […] Read more »

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Blankets Skies

            As wildfires rage in the Canadian wilderness, the billowing smoke has begun to descend on the Northeast. Throughout this next week, the effects of the fires in Canada will thicken the air.             Smoke from the wildfires, mainly occurring in Ontario and Quebec, began to drift south into Massachusetts earlier this week, darkening and […] Read more »

Long Agneda Cut By Multiple Continuances

            The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission met on Monday for a hybrid meeting in Town Hall and on Zoom for a packed agenda, though Chair Michael King noted six items had been continued to their next meeting.             The first item was a Request for Determination of Applicability by Edith Mikina of 6 Old Mattapoisett Neck […] Read more »

New Bedford Ballet Performs An Evening of Dance

            New Bedford Ballet will culminate its summer season with four performances of An Evening of Dance, an innovative blend of classical and contemporary choreography. This creative exploration of dance styles will be performed on Friday, July 31, at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm and Saturday, August 1, at 1:00 and 3:00pm, at the NBB […] Read more »

ORRHS Class of 1971

ORRHS Class of 1971 will be having a 55th reunion in Mattapoisett on Sunday September 13 at 4:00 pm. Classmates wishing to attend may contact Christian Saether via email at csaether@msn.com or Cornelia Dougall at Corneliadougall@yahoo.com for further details and RSVP.             Pull out your go-go boots, penny loafers, cardigans, jeans, Three Dog Night and […] Read more »

Walsh as Chair

            The Marion Conservation Commission met for a quick meeting on Wednesday, July 8 where they committed to maintaining membership in the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions, approved of the construction of a screened-in porch, and reorganized the commission’s membership.             Following the approval of minutes from their June 10 and June 24 meetings, Chair […] Read more »

Adult Events at the Mattapoisett Library

Summer is in full swing at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street.             Don’t miss the upcoming Adult Craft Workshop, where you’ll make an adorable cat-themed Diamond Art Coaster with Ms. Miyuki, on July 21 at 6:00 pm. All materials are provided and registration is required.             Let your dog unleash […] Read more »

An Evening of Jazz

The Buzzards Bay Musicfest continues its five-concert series with performances throughout the week of July 15 to July 19. On Friday, July 17, the Buzzards Bay Musicfest Swing Band will delve into Music from the Movies with a sampling of compositions from the pens of some of the elite Hollywood composers. The nine piece “little […] Read more »

Licensing Bill Moves To State House Vote

            The Marion Select Board met for a Special Meeting on July 8 in the Town House Annex.             First, State Representative Mark D. Silvia (D-10) spoke on special legislation for the Home Rule Petition H5451. The bill grants Marion additional liquor licenses. The state General Court held three hearings on the legislation which passed […] Read more »