Last month, we reported on a local poet, Isabel Friedrichs of Rochester, who had just self-published her first collection. We caught up with Isabel, following the release of The Blue Series: Poems on Love, Loss, and Learning to Heal and her having returned to Worcester Polytechnic Institute for her final semester before graduating with […] Read more »
It’s that time of year when we reach out to current members and the community to either renew memberships or perhaps join for the first time. We’re planning a busy and historic 2026 season, including events at the Museum on County Rd. and in conjunction with Plumb Library and other community members. Our 1st Wednesday […] Read more »
Richard A. Gamache, 81, of Mattapoisett died January 9, 2026 peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital.He was the husband of Sharon A. (Santos) Gamache.Born in New Bedford, son of the late Maurice and Janet (Galloway) Gamache, he lived in Mattapoisett most of his life.He was formerly employed as the CFO of Julius Koch for over 30 […] Read more »
Jeannette I. (Lemaire) Power, 95, of Acushnet died January 15, 2026 at Tobey Hospital surrounded by her family after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Lawrence H. Power.Born and raised in New Bedford, daughter of the late Alphonse and Hermine (LeBlanc) Lemaire, she lived in Acushnet most of her life.Jeannette dedicated […] Read more »
The Marion Finance Committee, at the January 7 meeting in the Town House Annex, planned out a schedule for review of the Fiscal 2027 budget. Finance Director Heather O’Brien noted that many department-drafted budgets, including the school budget, have been received. She expressed optimism that by this week she will have received all drafts. […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Congregational Church is very excited to announce the second Open Table of 2026. The OT crew hopes to see you on February 27 for a delicious meal served in Reynard Hall at Mattapoisett Congregational Church, 27 Church Street, Mattapoisett. There is no charge, although donations are gratefully accepted. Doors open at 4:30 pm and […] Read more »
The Grassi Bog Conservation Area is a popular spot, but it’s riddled with potholes and people who use it to socialize during night hours, according to Open Space Acquisition Commission members at their January 8 Zoom meeting. OSAC members are looking to find donated posts to rebuild the gate to close the parking […] Read more »
This week in Revolutionary War history, let’s check up on what was going on 250 years ago in and around the colonial Province of Massachusetts Bay. Last week, Americans are crushed outside Quebec City, ensuring Canadian independence and sovereignty. General Richard Montgomery was killed, Major General Bennedict Arnold is severely injured, 50 Americans are killed […] Read more »
Falmouth Academy, an independent college-preparatory school serving grades 7 through 12, will host its annual Scholarship Exam & Faculty Forum on Saturday, January 24, from 9:30 am to 11:45 am on the Academy campus. This event invites prospective students entering grades 7–9 and their families to experience firsthand what makes Falmouth Academy’s academic community […] Read more »
From now until the end of January, we are collecting donations for local food pantries in the form of non-perishable food, pet food, diapers, cleaning supplies, and items to support personal hygiene. Thank you to those who have already donated. Your generosity has made all the difference. Our storytimes are back. Family Storytime is […] Read more »