The Mattapoisett Free Public Library is pleased to announce two free safety courses aimed at equipping the community with life-saving skills. On Tuesday, November 28 at 5 pm and Thursday, November 30 at 1 pm, GMEC will be at the Mattapoisett Library providing First Aid, CPR and AED Training. This course provides the non-healthcare […] Read more »
The November 16 meeting of the Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals listed Case 1527, filed by Allan Pineda for a Variance and Special Permit for property located at 33 Church Street, the former Mattapoisett Water Department office. The filing’s public hearing was not opened. Instead, the board’s clerk, Tony Tranfaglia, read a letter from […] Read more »
Meet Marjorie Barrows, Marine Corp. veteran, retired U.S. Postal Service officer and since 2022, Rochester’s town clerk. It’s no wonder her career path and upbringing led her to her current job. She was born and raised in Missouri, the only girl among six brothers, most of whom have served in the military. “So […] Read more »
Short-term rentals appear to be impacting neighborhoods and could be unsafe, according to members of the Marion Affordable Housing Trust. The committee met on November 14 and discussed this and other topics, including how to make Marion housing more affordable. Trust member Eileen Marum said these rentals are not inspected for code […] Read more »
Please join us at the 56th Annual “Christmas by the Sea Bazaar” on Saturday, December 2 from 9 am to 1 pm at St. Anthony’s Parish, 26 Hammond Street, Mattapoisett. Many handcrafted gifts and stocking stuffers will be offered by local vendors, including wooden and leather wares, honey, seashell trees, ornaments, holiday decorations, seashell […] Read more »
The Rochester Historical Society Museum will be open on Sunday from 1:00-3:00 on November 26. This will be our last Sunday opening until December 10, but you can always call Sue at 508 295 8908 or Connie 617 750 2818 to arrange a visit. Read more »
Do you have old Mattapoisett Land Trust merchandise laying around in a drawer somewhere? Well, we’d love to see a picture of it. If you have older, discontinued land trust merchandise, please snap a photo of it and email it to manager@mattlandtrust.org. Mattapoisett Land Trust is preparing to celebrate our 50th Anniversary in 2024. […] Read more »
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Guy Wayne Asker on November 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was determined to reach his 90th birthday, which he did! on July 18, 2023! Wayne was born in the Campello neighborhood of Brockton MA, and his journey through life […] Read more »
Steven Johnston Tower of Hingham, Massachusetts, died suddenly on November 15 at his home in Hingham. Starting his life in Hingham, Massachusetts, in 1960, he was the second son of Arthur Tower and Betty (Johnston) Tower. He attended North Adams State College but eventually graduated from Northeastern University. He would go on to spend […] Read more »
Judge Baron H Martin, loving husband, dedicated father and former Chief Justice of the 4th District Court in Wareham passed away peacefully on November 16 with his beloved wife Joan by his side. He was 97 years old. Born in Boston, son of the late Baron H. and Margaret Jones Elliot Martin, he lived […] Read more »