Finally, it is April and the Historical Society season is ready to go. On April 15, we will have our first meeting followed by Mac Phinney and Howie Smith who will be presenting a program on how they used genealogy to help them learn about ancestors who fought in the American Revolution. We’ll also […] Read more »
The Marion Council on Aging has received a grant from the American Parkinson Disease Association Massachusetts Chapter to launch a new weekly movement class for people living with Parkinson’s disease. The “Mindful Movement” class will be held Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the Council on Aging, 465 Mill St., and will be led by […] Read more »
It is with great sadness that the family of William Dale Jones announces his passing at Charlton Hospital in Fall River on January 17 at the age of 85. Born at Morton Hospital in Taunton on November 6, 1940, he was the son of William Richard Jones and Jennie Mae (MacLeod) Jones. Upon graduating from […] Read more »
The Rochester Select Board and the Finance Committee met Monday to discuss ways to address a problematic town budget proposal for FY27. Town Administrator Cameron Durant started with a slideshow presentation, laying out the facts. The proposed budget for the next fiscal year is $27,900,000, but the town is facing $29,200,000 in department […] Read more »
Spring into April with the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street, this month. Do you need some free, basic tech help? Stop by Felicia’s Tech Corner on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm for personalized, one-on-one assistance. Example topics include basic email assistance or help accessing Libby and Hoopla, the […] Read more »
The Town of Marion will develop a comprehensive Historic Preservation Plan with support from the Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District (SRPEDD), following the Town’s selection to receive technical assistance through a competitive regional program. The Marion Historical Commission announces that SRPEDD will lead the project as part of a pilot initiative intended […] Read more »
Old Rochester Regional (ORR) School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 is proud to celebrate the success of three performances starring student musicians, vocalists and actors, including two March concerts presented by Friends of Old Rochester Music (FORM) and an ORR Drama Club production of “The Proposal.” Superintendent Michael S. Nelson, High School Principal […] Read more »
James R. Porter, age 86, of Fall River, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Marguerite (Parrish) “Margo” Porter to whom he has been married for the past 32 years. Born in Lynn, a son of the late Albert M. P. and Annie […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club is pleased to offer a continuing education scholarship of $1500 to a Mattapoisett resident who is reentering the academic world after graduation and is in pursuit of a postsecondary degree, certificate, or career advancing coursework. The application is available online at www.mattapoisettwomansclub.org. All applications must be postmarked by May 31. Submissions […] Read more »
The Tri-Town Basketball League wrapped up an exciting season with its championship games on Sunday, March 15, held at Old Rochester Regional High School. The league continues to provide an inclusive and flexible opportunity for boys and girls in Grades 3 through 8 across the Tri-Town communities to develop their skills, compete, and enjoy […] Read more »