It’s that time of year again; the air is cool, the leaves are turning and Sparky is in town. Sparky the Fire Dog is the mascot of the National Fire Protection Association and he’ll be in the Tri-Town for Fire Prevention week, which is October 7 to 13 this year. The theme of Fire Prevention […] Read more »
It was April of 2010 when Merry and Steve Heath of Marion decided to take a vacation to Baltimore. They had never been there together and were excited to embark upon a new journey down to our nation’s historic beltway. That same month, Merry had scheduled a routine appointment with her OB-GYN. During the examination, […] Read more »
Even though the weather hasn’t been cooperating, the cranberry harvest has begun. Read more »
On Tuesday, September 25, demolition of the Mattapoisett water tower on North Street began. The tower supplied water to the town for almost 100 years, but was decommissioned when the newer system near Industrial Drive was completed in 2011. A century earlier, the Town of Mattapoisett had voted to create a committee to “take action […] Read more »
For many parents of children with special needs, it can be difficult finding fun activities for the kids where they get to learn, play and socialize. The prospect is even harder when it comes to younger children. Rochester resident Laura Antonellis has been working to change that for families in the South Coast. With the […] Read more »
The Rochester Historical Society held an Open House on Saturday, September 22 at the quaint New England East Rochester Church and Museum. The rich history of Rochester’s cranberry industry was celebrated on this refreshing and sunny first day of fall. Visitors enjoyed a seasonal bake sale, gift shop and museum tour. “It’s cranberry time and with […] Read more »
The Marion Natural History Museum’s after school group ventured to Marion Harbormaster’s Beach last week. The group explored various examples of ocean wildlife, including the largest Pipefish they had ever seen. Photos courtesy of Elizabeth Leidhold. Read more »
On Saturday, September 22, the Phoenix Rowing Club shoved off from New Bedford State Pier for their first harbor cruise fundraiser. The regional rowing team has been established since April of 2012 and participated in a number of regattas this summer. “They won the top trophies in Rochester this year,” said Janice Foley, vice chairman […] Read more »
On September 15, Marion resident Tabitha Tripp participated in a sky-diving fundraiser to help support Mercy Meals & More, a New Bedford kitchen that serves free breakfast for the disadvantaged. In recent months, demand for the free breakfast has dramatically increased, requiring the kitchen to purchase more food. “The day was beautiful! Clear skies and […] Read more »
Over 50 women came to the Sippican Women’s Club on Friday, September 14 to hear a talk about how to overcome procrastination. “It’s a common problem,” said Maryann Murphy, a professional organizer and time management expert. “The root of it is an obstacle that keeps us from doing the task … and if it becomes […] Read more »