Richard P. Schaefer, age 85, passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side on April 3, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA, following complications related to a fall. He was born on March 12, 1941 to Harold and Anne Schaefer of Hartsdale, NY. Richard was a 1959 graduate of Iona Preparatory […] Read more »
Rosamond J. (Cameron) Pierce, 92, of Mattapoisett, MA died March 19, 2026 at Tobey Hospital following a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Victor M. Pierce, to whom she was married for 64 years. Born and raised in Arlington, MA, the daughter of the late Forrest A. and Edith M. (Davis) Cameron, […] Read more »
The Marion Board of Health met on Thursday March 26 in the police station’s conference room to discuss several issues ranging from variances, food applications, mosquito prevention, and other matters, as well as a Mill Street business looking for a tobacco license after it was revoked at the location. New owners of a […] Read more »
This week in Revolutionary War history, let’s check up on what was going on 250 years ago in New England and the northern Thirteen Colonies as the story begins to shift westward. Last week, General George Washington finally moved into Boston-proper to take stock of damage to the city and what equipment and supplies […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will welcome international bestselling author Ruta Sepetys for a special keynote event on Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 pm at the historic Mattapoisett Congregational Church. Sepetys, acclaimed author of Salt to the Sea and other internationally recognized works of historical fiction, will speak about her writing, research process, and […] Read more »
MYC will hold its Annual Spring Fling on April 18 at 6:00 pm at the new MYC Clubhouse located at 32 Ned’s Point Rd, Mattapoisett. The new clubhouse is located on the 2nd floor of the Mattapoisett Boatyard. The clubhouse features a spacious outside deck area, bar and lounge area, large screen tv, and captain […] Read more »
The Loft Cooperative Preschool recently hosted its annual Spring Art Show, welcoming families and friends to celebrate a year of creativity and learning. The event featured a vibrant display of artwork created by children in each classroom, showcasing their exploration of a wide range of artistic materials and techniques. Families had the opportunity to […] Read more »
The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library invite book lovers of all ages to their upcoming Spring Book Sale on Saturday April 11, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Library Community Room at 7 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett. This event is a great opportunity to find gently used books at affordable prices while supporting the […] Read more »
The Marion Conservation Commission met at the Police Station on March 25 to approve some routine matters and discuss whether it should follow the town’s lead with more digital documentation. The commission first continued a public hearing for Creative Property Associates LLC, 160 Allens Point Road. At a hearing earlier this month, […] Read more »
Singer-songwriter and Rochester resident Grace Morrison has found a unique way to advance her career. A recording artist who has toured the country with her live performances for years, Morrison is currently offering her new CD “Saltwater Country” for free on Facebook, and this promotional effort has been a rousing success. She said […] Read more »