Ethics of Appointments Debated

            During the August 26 meeting of the Mattapoisett Select Board, the issue of ethics with respect to a short-term appointment became a flash point. The agenda listed “Action Items discussion and possible vote on Board of Health Interim Member to the Board of Health.” The appointment would fill a vacancy expected on the board […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Yacht Club Cruise

Mattapoisett Yacht Club will hold a Labor Day Weekend Cruise on Friday, August 29 to Tuesday, September 2 to Cuttyhunk. Contact Cruise Captain Carlos with any questions or comments at CruisingChair@MattapoisettYC.org.             We always have a BBQ on the beach with an open fire. Please bring a few pieces of firewood if you have them […] Read more »

A Boston Pops Season Finale

On Friday, August 29, the Marion Concert Band will close its 2025 season with a concert in the style of the Boston Pops Orchestra. The program, which includes selections by Boston Pops arranger Leroy Anderson and former Pops conductor John Williams, is as follows: Montmartre March – H. Wood Barber of Seville Overture – G. […] Read more »

New Exhibit at Rochester Historical Society

It will be a while until our next exhibit is up and running. The grand opening will be October 4, but before then, we can use some help. The exhibit is ” The Tools and Industries That Made Rochester”. We are looking for loans or donations of old tools that reflect that. We’re thinking tools […] Read more »

Vivian Dalee Jones

Our hearts are broken as we share the passing of our beloved Vivian Dalee Jones on Friday, August 22, 2025, after a yearlong battle with cancer. Vivian’s time with us was far too short but she filled our lives with joy, laughter, love and a little sass every single day.             Anyone that met Vivian […] Read more »

Town Hopes to See Action along Route 6

            The Marion Affordable Housing Trust met on Tuesday, August 12 to discuss active cases involving housing projects around town, more specifically, at the former Lockheed Martin site immediately south of the Cushing Community Center and the neighboring developments off the ocean side of Route 6 at the Wareham town line.             Reorganization of the […] Read more »

“I shall now, sir, close my correspondence with you…”

            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, the Continental Army was laying out plans to combat their dire lack of supplies, both food and arms. Washington was also displeased with information circulating of American POWs […] Read more »

Marion Social Club Chicken Dinner

The Marion Social Club located at 44 Pumping Station Road, Marion, is having a Chicken Dinner which will include a chicken, potato salad, vegetable and dessert for $17.00 each. It will be held on Sunday, September 21 at 1:00 pm but doors open at 12pm for socializing. Please call Betsy Youngson for tickets at 508-295-8253. […] Read more »

Bikes For All Fall Collection

“Bikes for All” is entering its fifth Fall season of collecting, refurbishing and distributing the generous contributions of bicycles of all sizes. Over 282 children and adults have been able to enjoy their recycled bicycles throughout the past four years. Each bicycle was refurbished, equipped with a bell and lights as each rider was fitted […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Congregational Church Yard Sale

On Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm the Mattapoisett Congregational Church will once again host their annual yard sale in Reynard Hall, rain or shine.             Lots of great items will be available including home furnishings, housewares, collectibles, beautiful handbags, sports equipment, books, small furniture, toys and games as well as new […] Read more »