Edna M. (Meehan) Harrison, 96, of Mattapoisett, passed away Friday, November 5, 2021, at The Cottages at Dartmouth Village. She was the wife of the late Joseph Harrison. Joe and Edna were inseparable for more than 55 years. Mrs. Harrison worked in retail for many years, many of them at the former Star Store […] Read more »
After ending the regular season on a low note with a loss to Fairhaven, Old Rochester’s football team bounced back in its first playoff game, defeating Northeast Metro Voc-Tech, 26-6, on November 6 in Mattapoisett. The game, originally scheduled for Friday night, was delayed to Saturday morning, but the Bulldogs took a well-rounded approach […] Read more »
The November 9 meeting of the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission found the members discussing one barrier beach project with several jurisdictional sticking points and the possibility of a beachfront enforcement order replete with jurisdiction oversight. The Notice of Intent filed by David Ricci and represented by Bob Field of Field Engineering is for property located […] Read more »
Rochester Select Board member Woody Hartley sat in on Tuesday’s meeting of the Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission and, given the floor, sought answers for his constituents where it concerns the E. coli contamination that resulted in a Boil Order in late October. “Where did it originate?” asked Hartley. Due to […] Read more »
The remaining two times that the Rochester Historical Museum exhibit will be open from 1-3 are November 14 and 21 until spring or by appointment. To make an appointment email Sue at sash48@comcast.net. Don’t forget the Thankful Supper on November 17. Call 508 763 4932 to sign up. Read more »
On November 3 and 5, the Marion Natural History Museum hosted two presentations. Although the two themes were vastly different, they exemplified the significant role natural history museums can play in the 21st century. But first a brief look back: American interest in all things natural, collected specimens and wonders of the natural […] Read more »
In eulogizing Lieutenant General John “Skip” B. Hall, Jr., his son Adam Hall told attendees to his father’s funeral that, “He led a life of service to his country and his family, selflessly saving nothing for himself.” It’s been nearly a year since the Town of Mattapoisett lost the highly decorated veteran on […] Read more »
Peter L. Miller, age 64, of Brooksville, ME, formerly of Marion, MA, died Friday, November 5, 2021 at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, after a brief illness. Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Roy W. Miller and Shirley (Hartley) Miller. Peter grew up in Marion and graduated from […] Read more »
Registration is now open for Winter Session classes at the Marion Art Center. Instructor Lisa Elliott will teach a new session of Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom on Wednesday evenings, January 12-February 9 at the Marion Art Center. Have you ever wanted to try weaving but not sure where to begin? In five short […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Library is hosting many events during the month of November! On Tuesday, November 16, at 3:15-4:00pm come to the library for a “Colorful Turkey Craft.” This cute craft can be used as a decoration or place card for your Thanksgiving Day tables! Because we will use hot glue guns, this craft is […] Read more »