Showstoppers Audition Notice

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Showstoppers Musical Entertainment is seeking talented boys and girls to fill a limited number of openings in their performance troupe. Boys and girls in elementary through high school who have exceptional singing talent and a passion for performance are encouraged to apply. Auditions will take place on Sunday, October 27, by appointment only at Kathy Medina’s Studio of Dance on Foster Street in New Bedford. Call-backs for selected candidates will take place on October 28. For more information or to secure an audition slot, call 508-758-4525 or email auditions@showstoppers.us.

Gateway Youth Hockey

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Mite Bobcats: The Mite Bobcats played a hard fought game right to the buzzer with the game ending in a 15-15 tie. The Bobcats battled back from trailing through much of the game. Charlie Carroll made several key saves including a great glove save. Juni Suarez and Derek Gauvin each scored five goals. In the end, it turned out to be a total team effort with the players showing true sportsmanship during a penalty-filled game. The Bobcats are back in action Saturday, October 19, at Falmouth ice arena

            Squirt Grizzlies: On Saturday, the Gateway Grizzlies defeated YD 10-1 in a Yankee Conference game at Gallo rink. Thomas Galavotti led the offense with two goals and four assists. Ryker King and Chris Gauvin had two goals. Stephen Old, Matt Quinlan, Jack Satterley and Bailey Tieu all added a goal. Austin Fleming had three assists, and Tyler Kelly earned his first win of the season as the goalie. The Grizzlies take on the Stars next Saturday in Pembroke

            Pee Wee Predators: The Gateway Predators skated to a 2-2 tie against the SWS Chiefs. It is the second tie against the Chiefs in as many meetings. Once again the Predators found themselves trailing going into the third period. Down a goal, right off the faceoff, Quirino doCanto skated through the defense, passed over to Tyler Lovendale, who quickly fed his brother Zack for a nice goal. With the score now tied, the Predators kept the pressure on and scored as doCanto hit the puck out of midair on a rebound of Lovendale’s shot. The Predators then found themselves two men down and just couldn’t overcome being short handed. They gave up a late goal to bring the score to a tie and remained that way at the final buzzer. Alex DeMarco had an outstanding game in net, coming up with some great saves throughout the game. The Predators will play a double header Sunday at Hetland.

            Pee Wee Warriors: For the second time in as many games, the Gateway Warriors found themselves playing from behind. Plymouth jumped out to a two-goal lead in the first period, before Robert Ramsay netted a pass from Jameson Woodward. Ramsay also scored unassisted, tying the game late in the second period.

The Warriors broke the game open with three unanswered goals in the third frame, allowing the team to move to 7-0, atop the Yankee Conference with the 5-2 win Sunday. Warrior leading goal scorer Danny Flynn had two goals, while Jake Demoranville scored one on his own. Zachary Barris notched his team leading sixth assist. RJ Vickery, Noah Demoranville, and Jackson St. Don each were credited with playmakers as well. Steven Strachan notched his fourth Warrior victory in net.

            Middle School: The Wareham Jr Vikings 1 team had a tough loss to the North Devils White team on Friday night, 3-1. The Vikings started out strong with a goal by Zack Lovendale near the end of the first period. Good defensive play and some outstanding saves by goalie Teaghin Andre kept the net safe for nearly half the game. However, the Devils managed to score midway through the second, when a save by Andre on a breakaway rebounded behind the net and was volleyed back by their forward before Andre could recover. The Devils scored near the end of the second and again with two minutes left in the game, with a final score of Devils 3, Vikings 1. Captains were also chosen with Cameron DeMarco, Coleby Paling, Zack Lovendale, and Kaitlin Kelley getting the honors.

 

Gateway Youth ‘Try Hockey for Free Day’

            Gateway Youth Hockey invites all boys and girls, ages 4-9, to the Try Hockey For Free clinic to experience ice hockey first hand and learn the basics of the sport in a fun, safe environment.

Try Hockey for Free Day is part of a USA Hockey and National Hockey League “Come Play Hockey Month,” part of a national platform to introduce kids to the sport.

“We’ve always been about getting more kids involved in the sport of hockey since we started Gateway Youth Hockey years ago; it’s a great team sport that helps build character in kids at a very young age,” said GYH President Ben Hathaway. “With this Try Hockey for Free Day, we’re hoping to introduce this great sport to a whole new group of children ready to take the next step and learn what sets ice hockey apart from other sports. They are the future of this sport.”

While GYH will have some equipment on hand for children to try, parents are encouraged to bring a helmet and skates if at all possible.

To register for the Gateway Youth Hockey November 2 Try Hockey for Free Event at the Tabor Academy Ice Rink, click on the link at www.gatewayyouthhockey.com or www.tryhockeyforfree.com.

Constance (McDonald) Walen

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Constance (McDonald) Walen, 88, of Marion died October 17, 2013 at  Royal of Fairhaven after a long illness.

She was the wife of the late Roger S. Walen with whom she shared 69  years of marriage.

Born in Boston, the daughter of the late John J. and Kathleen G.  (Quinn) McDonald, she was raised in Jamaica Plain and lived in  Lincoln, MA before moving to Marion in 1968.

Mrs. Walen was an active member of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church  where she was a member of the choir, enjoyed volunteering for the  Christmas Toy Drive and Project Help.

She was formerly employed as an English teacher at Wareham  Intermediate School for 25 years until her retirement.

Mrs. Walen enjoyed singing, reading and the arts. She was a volunteer  for F.I.S.H. and an active member of League of Women Voters and the  Democratic Party.

She was a graduate of Girl’s Latin School in Boston and Radcliffe  College. Mrs. Walen enjoyed volunteering as a mentor to students who  were applying to Radcliffe/Harvard College.

Survivors include 3 daughters, Kate E. Lunt of Marion, Sarah K. Walen  of Silver Plume, CO and Nellie B. Filip and her husband Leon of North  Conway, NH; 2 grandchildren, Andrew R. Lunt of Wareham and Sophie M.  Lunt of Marion.

A Memorial Service for Constance and her late husband Roger will be  held on Saturday, April 19th, 2014 at 1 PM in St. Gabriel’s Episcopal  Church. Arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for  Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett. For on-line guestbook,  please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

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William V. Knapton, 85, of Marion died October 18, 2013 peacefully at home.

He was the husband of the late Beverly J. (Cook) Knapton.

Born in Lawrence, MA, the son of the late Francis T. and Caroline  (Vose) Knapton.

Mr. Knapton was an active member of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church  where he served as a lector, chalice bearer, usher and sexton.

He was formerly employed by Isotronics for many years until his retirement.

Mr. Knapton enjoyed spending time with his cat Buddy, gardening,  watching his grandchildren’s sporting events and was an avid Boston  Red Sox and New England Patriots fan.

He was a graduate of Bowdoin College where he played second base for  the baseball team. Mr. Knapton was well loved by the Marion community  and he will be missed.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and served as honor  guard for General MacArthur and Winston Churchill.

Survivors include 2 sons, William F. Knapton and his wife Karen of  Mattapoisett and Richard E. Knapton of Marion; a daughter, Cathy A.  Cowell and her husband Scott of Marion; 2 sisters, Carol Moore of  Concord, NH and Barbara Earnshaw of Round Hill, VA; 6 grandchildren,  Adam Cowell, Robert Cowell, Ian Knapton, Colin Knapton, Ryan Knapton  and Ashley Knapton; 2 great-grandsons, Jackson and Connor Cowell; and  several nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Jean Hughes.

His Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 10 AM  in St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, remembrances  may be made to St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church P.O. Box 545 Marion, MA  02738. Arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for  Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett. For on-line guestbook,  please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

Scouting for Food Event

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The Boy Scout Troop 52 and Cub Scout Pack 52 of St. Mary’s will be holding their annual “scouting for food” event on Saturday, October 26, and on Saturday, November 2.

On October 26, the Cub Scouts will be dropping of collection bags on your front door step, to be filled with canned goods and non-perishable items (please no glass).

On November 2, the Boy Scouts will be picking up those bags from your front door step and then delivering them to the Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet.

The area in which the boys will be working is the North Fairhaven area between the I-195 overpass and the Acushnet line.

If you would like to drop off your donation of nonperishable items, you may do so on Saturday morning, November 2, at St. Mary’s parish, back parking lot, from 9:00 am to noon. Just look for the big red truck!

The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts are hoping to help as many families as they can this year. They are hoping that every hungry family has food for their Thanksgiving Day table! Thank you so very much for your support and your donations. If you have any questions, you may call Pauline Parker at 508-997-1092.

Senior Center Discussed

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A lively first ever meeting of the Friends of the Marion Council on Aging (FMCOA) was held on Wednesday evening at the Music Hall. The organization has been around for more than 15 months and held a first annual meeting to bring residents up to date on their activities.

Over 50 residents attended the meeting, which opened with president Sue Wood welcoming the crowd and introducing Treasurer Priscilla Ditchfield and Vice President Jerry Garcia. Wood noted that the primary goal of the group is to fundraise and support the COA because as a town tax supported organization, the COA cannot fundraise.

Wood discussed the five committees, including long-range planning, communication, membership, fundraising, and enrichment. Anyone interested in serving on any of these committees should contact FMCOA at P.O. Box 937, Marion, MA 02738 or stop by the Town House and speak with COA director Susan Schwager.

Under long-range planning, Wood said that the committee is researching the idea of a community or senior center in town.

“The committee is in the very, very early research phase,” Wood said. Residents spoke up and agreed that the town needs a place for older adults to gather and socialize.  Added Wood: “One of our goals for 2014 is to get the ball rolling and focus on a campaign for a senior or community center.”

A presentation by Fairhaven COA Director Ann Silvia followed the committee reports. Silvia spoke about the Fairhaven Senior Center and how it is used by residents for meals, social day activities, bingo, bridge, yoga, exercise classes, and much more. “It’s a very important part of their lives,” Silvia said.

Outreach worker Ora Mae Torres spoke about the COA and said the number of older adults age 60 and up increased in 2012 from 1,513 to 1,635. “We expect to continue to see increases in the number and types of services provided by the COA so that Marion older adults will be able to continue to age in place and remain in their homes,” Torres said.

The COA vans provided upward of 5,996 rides in 2012, which is an increase of 733 rides, or 14 percent increase over the 2011 figures. In addition to van rides, the council van drivers delivered more than 5,340 meals in 2012.

For more information on the FMCOA, visit their website at friendsmarioncoa@gmail.com. Membership flyers can be picked up at the town library and at the COA office at the Town House.

By Joan Hartnett-Barry

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Short Night and Quick Work

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With only two hearings before them, the Zoning Board of Appeals members were able to hear the applicants and approve the projects in nearly record time.

Coming before the board was an appeal from Ben Bailey of South Natick for property located at 5 Oakland Terrace. Represented by engineer Christian McCulloch the application requests permission to build a farmers porch onto the existing structure. Seeing nothing that would impede the improvement, the board approved the request.

Long Built Homes of New Bedford for Kathleen Ruane and James Sinning of Chappaqua, N.Y., requested approval of their application to demolish the structure located at 8 Deep Woods Dr. and build and new four-bedroom home and install an in-ground pool. They noted receiving approval of their project by the Conservation Commission for the abutting wetlands issues. Again, in the absence of any impedances, or concerns of the board, the project was approved with notation from Building Inspector Andy Bobola that the new home would complement the other homes in the neighborhood.

By Marilou Newell

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Garage Special Permit Approved

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A short but effective meeting was held by the Marion Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday evening. The public hearing regarding a Special Permit requested by Robert and Phyllis Partridge at 60 Converse Rd. was approved.

The Partridges proposed changing a dining room addition back into a garage, which is situated on the north side of the property, as well as an extension addition in the rear of the home, which met town setback allowance. The property is on town water and sewer.

At issue was a variance that allowed a certain frontage, but the proposed change was a 6.4-foot frontage, which was the reason for the Zoning Board of Appeals approval.

The board read a letter from the Board of Health noting that there were no objections to the proposed change.

By Joan Hartnett-Barry

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Rita Gwendolyn Cain

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Rita Gwendolyn Cain, 86, died Wednesday, October 16, 2013 after a short stay at the Tuscany Hospice House in The Villages, Florida. Born in Cambridge, MA she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Margaret (Toye) McGuinness. She graduated from Belmont High School and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Boston University in Music Education. Rita devoted 27 years as a public school music educator and was highly regarded by the students she taught. Her last teaching position was at the Rochester Memorial School in Rochester, MA where her distinguished Chorus was selected to perform at Ronald Reagan’s inauguration in 1981. She enjoyed a second career as a real estate agent for nine years before moving to The Villages from Marion, MA in 2002. Rita enjoyed sailing and was a long time member of the Beverly Yacht Club in Marion. She volunteered her time with Meals on Wheels and the Marion Women’s League for many years back in Massachusetts. She was an accomplished pianist and composer, played several instruments and later in life enjoyed competing in Bocci tournaments and her active life in The Villages. She was a member of the neighborhood Red Hat Society and Bible Study Group. Her greatest joy was her children and grandchildren. Sadly, she was predeceased by her husband, James M. Cain in 2002 and by her daughter, Carol Cain Farrington in 2004. She is survived by sons, James M. Cain, III and wife Ingrid of Newton, MA, Richard S. Cain and wife Jane of Berlin, MA, daughters, Kathryn Cain Meighan and husband Dennis of Weston, CT, Leslie Macina and husband Tom of Tampa, FL, 11 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church 7081 SE Highway 42, Summerfield, FL on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Marion, MA. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society P. O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163.

Friends of Mattapoisett Library Annual Meeting

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The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library’s Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, October 20, 2:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St. After a brief business meeting, Matthew Carvalho, Vice President of the Junior Friends, who recently represented the school district as a delegate to Washington, D.C., will present a slide show that highlights the group’s activities and importance to the community. This year’s presentation is set to the songs “Firework” by Katy Perry and “Home” by Phillip Phillips. Guest speaker will be Bette Roberts, former curator of the Mattapoisett Historical Society and member of the Speakers Bureau of the Whaling Museum. Bette’s presentation is titled  “Letters & Journals of Whaling Wives.” Get to know the Friends and how they support the library, enjoy some refreshments, and hear an enlightening and engaging talk.