SLT Poker Paddle Fundraiser

Support Sippican Land Trust with a fun poker game on the water on Tuesday, July 28. Participants will paddle between designated stations in the harbor to pick up poker cards. Put in from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Island Wharf on Sippican Harbor, then join us for a bring-your-own picnic following the event. […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Yacht Club June Series Race Results

In a hotly contested battle, Black Ice wins the last race in the June Ensign series to take a one point win over Odyssey for the night and the series. This was a battle every night as the two boats swapped first and seconds throughout the month.             In the Wednesday PHRF series, Class A, […] Read more »

Amanda Chamberlin Appointed Principal of OHS

Superintendent Michael S. Nelson is pleased to announce that Amanda Chamberlin has been appointed as the next Principal of Old Hammondtown School.             Chamberlin will begin her role on July 8, succeeding Stephanie Wells, who has served as principal since 2024.             “We are thrilled to welcome Amanda into the Old Hammondtown family,” said Superintendent […] Read more »

High Street Solar Partially Approved

            The Rochester Conservation Commission began its busy meeting on Tuesday by approving a positive Determination of Applicability to town wetlands regulations for renewal of the wetland’s delineation within the vegetative management plan of a Massachusetts Coastal Railroad right of way in Rochester near SEMASS. Project representative Thomas Lewis explained this regards the company’s five-year […] Read more »

Catherine R. “Pippen” Cook

Catherine R. “Pippen” Cook October 8, 1942 – July 1, 2026             It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine R. “Pippen” Cook, who died peacefully on July 1, 2026, at the age of 83. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Pippen lived a life defined by kindness, […] Read more »

July Events at the Rochester Historical Museum

There will be two events. The first event is a members only preview of the new exhibit ” Rochester and the Revolution”. It will be July 15 beginning at 5:30 pm where after a short introduction, you’ll have a chance to view the exhibit. At 6:20 pm-or-so we’ll be serving hearty appetizers and punch downstairs. […] Read more »

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church

The Rev. Marc Eames, Rector St. John’s Church, Vernon, CT will officiate 8:00 am and 10:00 am services, on Sunday July 12, 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 »

Unsung Heroes of the Garden

            Every gardener has them: the plants that never make the cover of a seed catalog but somehow become the backbone of the garden. They aren’t the divas with enormous blooms or exotic colors. Instead, they’re the dependable souls that quietly fill the gaps, soften the edges, and make everything else look better. I’ve come […] Read more »

Teen Events at the Mattapoisett Library

The Teen Summer Reading Challenge continues at MFPL. Teens who read books from their assigned reading list and fill out a book review get to pick a prize. Students going into grades 7-12 are eligible to participate.             Calling all gamers. The library is hosting a Teen Video Game Takeover on July 21 from 3:00 […] Read more »