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Marriages in Marion730 viewsMarion couple "Nancy and John" were married on October 27, 1962. Their home portrait is just one of 66 included in Judith Rosbe's fascinating new photographic essay, "Long-Term Marriages in Marion," which will open on Friday, April 13 with a reception with the artist from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Marion Art Center. The exhibit will remain on display through May 16. (Photo courtesy of Judith Rosbe). 
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Circus Time480 viewsThe Cole Brothers Circus made its annual visit to Rochester's Plumb Corner on Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25. The Circus, which featured highflying aerial acts, animal acts and plenty of clowns played four shows under the big top during its two-day stay. Proceeds from the circus will help to fund children's events throughout the year at Plumb Corner such as the Annual Easter egg hunt and the Halloween party. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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Race Scholars567 viewsSeven Old Rochester Regional High School graduates and runners will each receive a $1,000 award from the proceeds of the recent Mattapoisett Road Race held on July 4. On August 6 in Shipyard Park, five of the seven runners were presented their awards, including (from left) Katelyn O’Brien, Lindsay Tilden, Peter Asci, Nikita Bourque and Cristiana Pineda. Award winners not pictured: Elizabeth Sylvia and Abby Oldham. (Photo courtesy of Louise Campbell).
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Circus Time453 viewsThe Cole Brothers Circus made its annual visit to Rochester's Plumb Corner on Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25. The Circus, which featured highflying aerial acts, animal acts and plenty of clowns played four shows under the big top during its two-day stay. Proceeds from the circus will help to fund children's events throughout the year at Plumb Corner such as the Annual Easter egg hunt and the Halloween party. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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History Lessons633 viewsVolunteer members of the Rochester Historical Society presented a diverse program about the town's rich history to members of the Grade 3 classes at Memorial School on Monday, April 30. Among the various topics covered were the first Native American settlers, how early Rochester residents dressed and ate, and what type of games and pasttimes former residents enjoyed. (Photo by Kenneth J. Souza).
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Judo Champ496 viewsAlyssa Quaintance of Rochester took first place in the 5- to 6-year-old division at Pedro's Judo Challenge held on February 23 in Wakefield, MA and first place again at the Ocean State International in RI on March 1. These were both high level tournaments with international players. Alyssa went 3-0 in both tournaments. Alyssa will compete in the Junior Nationals in Boston on June 29 and then in the Junior Olympics at Disney in Florida on July 25. (Photo courtesy of Bob Bridges).
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All Aboard713 viewsCrew members of local favorite SEAFLOWER, the Beverly Yacht Club's entry in the 2007 Marion-Bermuda Cruising Yacht Race, include (l. to r.) Mike Davis, David Risch, Captain Ron Chevrier, Charlie Brown, and Ray Cullum. The crew has reunited for the 30th anniversary of the popular race after having earned top New England honors and finishing seventh overall in the 2001 competition. (Photo by Kenneth J. Souza).
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Mattapoisett Birthday Bash695 viewsMargaret DeMello, Co-Chairman of the Sesquicentennial Committee, welcomes everyone during Mattapoisett's 150th Birthday Celebration held on Sunday, May 20, 2007 outside Town Hall. (Photo by Tim Smith).
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Cub Scouts Clean Up529 viewsMembers of Mattapoisett’s Cub Scout Den #1 cleaned the Mattapoisett Town Beach and parking lot while working on their citizenship achievement recently on April 7. Pictured here at the beach cleanup are (l. to r.) Kyle Boyle, James Leidhold, Lars Eklund and Owen Lee. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Leidhold).
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Tie-Dyed at ORR650 viewsStudents in Ms. Gauvin’s eighth grade science class at Old Rochester Regional Junior High School learned about chemical reactions and colors during a tie-dye shirt-making session held this past week. UMass Dartmouth Chemistry Professor Tobey Dills (right background) and members of the UMass Dartmouth Chemistry Club were on hand to supervise the proceedings. Each student made their own cotton tie-dyed shirt which they will wear to school as part of a planned “Tie-Dyed Day.” (Photo by Kenneth J. Souza).
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2010 Groundhog Cover Contest Entry459 viewsOne of the many entries in the 2010 Groundhog Cover Contest
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Antiques in Rochester338 viewsA teddy bear won at a carnival by Nancy Boutin's father for her mother in the early 1940's was appraised by Frank McNamee for $50 to $75. The chair belonged her Grandmother's aunt Delia, was made around 1890 and was appraised for $175. Unfortunately for collectors, Nancy doesn't plan on parting with these items. Photo by Felix Perez.
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