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Mattapoisett Annual Election741 viewsMattapoisett Town Clerk Catherine Heuberger assists a voter on election day, June 16, at Old Hammondtown School. 1,137 ballots were cast, as the polling place opened at 9:29 am and closed at 6:21 pm. Voters were spaced apart safely outside the school building and inside as well, entering the front of the school and exiting out the back of the auditorium to the parking lot. See story, results inside. Photo by Ryan Feeney June 18, 2020 editionJun 17, 2020
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ORR Class of 2020579 viewsLast October, the Old Rochester Regional Class of 2020 got together to “Celebrate Seniors.” How much has changed since that time? When the Class of 2020 gathers for its August 8 commencement, the 175 graduates will be safely-spaced in the bleachers, and their families will be spread out safely on the football field where the students are seen in this October photo. Tickets will be required for commencement, and due to coronavirus-related concerns, the number of attendees will be limited. Photo Bodil PerkinsJun 03, 2020
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2020 Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race 562 viewsThe 2020 Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race was business as usual, mostly, featuring 40 two-rower teams participating. Shown here are Marina Stephens of Mattapoisett and Lauren Eldridge of Rochester, who placed second in the Women's Division with a time of 1:27:57 Photo by Ryan Feeney - May 28, 2020 editionMay 27, 2020
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Reverend Amy Lignitz Harken612 viewsThe Reverend Amy Lignitz Harken was serenaded at the end of her parsonage driveway by supporters who arrived in a motorcade shortly after her virtual graduation from Hartford Seminary with a doctorate degree in ministry. Lignitz Harken has been the pastor of Mattapoisett Congregational Church since 2011. See story. Photo by Ryan Feeney - May 21, 2020May 20, 2020
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Village Running571 viewsA runner goes through his paces on Tuesday morning in Mattapoisett village. Due to safety concerns, the 50th Fourth of July Road Race will not be held as scheduled, but a virtual race will be held on an individual basis with proceeds going toward stipends traditionally established to assist Old Rochester Regional High School graduating seniors. See Sports Roundup by Nick Friar. Photo by Ryan Feeney - May 14, 2020 editionMay 13, 2020
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Birthday Surprise618 viewsSkipp the Clown leads a parade of supporters up the driveway of Rochester resident Rowan Farquharson, whose sixth birthday was made special despite the limitations he lives with due to mysterious allergic reactions and a compromised immune system. Photo by Ryan Feeney - May 7, 2020 editionMay 06, 2020
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Reservation Golf Club 510 viewsReservation Golf Club is among the many Massachusetts courses closed under order of Governor Baker. Area golfers eagerly await a statement this week regarding the May 4 expiration of the state closure of non-essential businesses. See Sports Roundup for more. Photo by Ryan Feeney - April 30, 2020 editionApr 30, 2020
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Mattapoisett Woman’s Club534 viewsThe Mattapoisett Woman’s Club planted 1,500 King Alfred trumpet daffodil bulbs last fall. Today the glory of that effort is in full bloom across the community. Club member Roxanne Bungert spearheaded the effort after visiting Newport Rhode Island, where as many as one million bulbs have been planted over the years she attested. “We planted in several locations around town with the support and assistance of the Highway Department,” she said. April 23, 2020 edition
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Dunseith Gardens543 viewsApril 16, 2020 editionApr 15, 2020
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Ned’s Point Sunset639 viewsOn a recent Ned’s Point evening, two young girls appear as silhouettes come to life while the setting sun floods the gloom in radiating shades of pink, yellow and orange. Low tide gave the evening travelers a footing on the rocky shore below the lighthouse. And, in the distance visited only by the human spirit, the hope of better days ahead was promised. Photo by Marilou Newell - April 9, 2020 editionApr 08, 2020
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3D printed masks637 viewsSteve Methia's 3D printer produces a face shield on Wednesday afternoon. The Mattapoisett resident, a retiree, works primarily with motorcycles and furniture but has repurposed his hobby shop and office and with donations of equipment has two printers working morning to night to produce these shields for medical and front-line workers at no cost. See story. Photo by Mick ColageoApr 01, 2020
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New Bedford Waterworks701 viewsA view from a trail at New Bedford Waterworks in Rochester, one of the many public walking/hiking retreats still open amidst advice from authorities to maintain social distance due to the coronavirus pandemic. Owned by the City of New Bedford, the Waterworks is part of the protected Assawompset Pond Complex that protects public drinking water and offers a pleasant way to view nature and get some exercise. Story inside. Photo by Shawn Sweet - March 26, 2020 editionMar 25, 2020
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