Coming before the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission on April 16 was David Davignon of Schneider, Davignon & Leone, Inc., representing 18 Water Street Realty trust. The trust had filed a Request for Determination of Applicability for proposed repair to eroded areas of a seaside lawn and the addition of a 6 inch by 3 foot […] Read more »
Surprises are in store for you art lovers. Just go to the Marion Art Center – where else! The MAC’s spring art exhibit features two artists whose works are as different as is possible to conceive but whose backgrounds are rich in a variety of artistic expression. Bernie Klim works are primarily acrylic on canvas. […] Read more »
On February 28, the CDC advised a second Covid 19 vaccine dose for those age 65 and older. This recommendation is due to the increased risk for severe illness in older adults and data on vaccine effectiveness. People who are immunocompromised are also eligible for an additional dose of the Covid 19 vaccine. A […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Scholarship Committee met recently at Town Hall after being inactive since Covid school closures. The members eagerly voted to Award up to $1,500 to deserving and qualified applicants who complete the application process. The Details are: Eligibility: Mattapoisett Resident, High School Senior Award(s): The total Scholarship Award amount is $1,500. […] Read more »
The League of Women Voters of South Coast is hosting a Candidates’ Night at Old Hammondtown School on Wednesday, May 1, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. All candidates running for Town Offices have been invited to participate in the event. There will be three components to Candidates’ Night: meeting the candidates, debates, and […] Read more »
After a budget public hearing held on March 21, the Mattapoisett School Committee voted its recommendation of the FY25 school budget as presented for voters’ consumption at the May 13 Annual Town Meeting. Old Rochester Superintendent of School Mike Nelson told the committee that a major driver of the budget process this year […] Read more »
The Marion Council on Aging’s headquarters at the Cushing Community Center has become a destination for everything from elder services to live performances, exercise classes and, yes, a space to exhibit art. The latest installation of works created by artists from the south coast features Fiber Art pieces by Debrorah Kuhlman Hussey, Christine Anderson […] Read more »
April is Financial Literacy Month, and to celebrate, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library is offering two programs to help patrons manage their finances and build their best lives. Dollars and Sense: Financial Literacy for Teens ages 12-18 – The MFPL joins with Nick Daddona to offer teens a free financial literacy workshop on Wednesday, […] Read more »
Marion Police Chief Richard Nighelli is pleased to announce that the Marion Police Department launched its body-worn camera program this week. As of April 12, approximately 75% of Marion Police officers have undergone the requisite training to be able to wear and operate the cameras. All officers who have undergone the training are now […] Read more »
To the Editor; The Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library would like to thank all of those who participated in making their recent Afternoon Tea and Performance of “Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II” such an overwhelming success, not only a financial boon, but, more importantly, a joyous, festive occasion with creative outfits and happy […] Read more »