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Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus364 viewsMr. and Mrs. Santa Claus make their turn through Rochester Village onto New Bedford Road on December 5. Transported by the Rochester Fire Department on a journey that began at Fire Station No. 3 at 200 Ryder Road and accompanied by Santa’s helpers riding along in trucks, Mr. and Mrs. Claus made their way down many Rochester roads, spending hours to visit hundreds of children waiting at the end of their driveways and on street corners. A Google map device tracked Santa’s whereabouts throughout the ride. Phot
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2020 halloween Cover Contest363 views2020 Halloween Cover Contest by Aja Boucher
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Great Pumpkin Contest362 viewsThe Elizabeth Taber Library is once again celebrating Halloween with their Great Pumpkin Contest. Visitors to the library can check out a real pumpkin for free with their library card, then return their decorated pumpkin by Wednesday October 23 to be entered into the contest. The community will vote on their favorites during our Halloweekend celebration Thursday October 24 to Saturday October 26. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Taber Library. October 10, 2024 edition
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Marion Wells361 viewsMarion’s well field at Mary’s Pond is a work in progress, as three state-of-the-art, 12-inch well pipes with submersible pumps are replacing 26 red-capped pipes that measure 2½ inches in diameter. The network of smaller pipes has been operated by one pump located inside the station building. When completed, Marion expects that upgrades at the East and West well fields and at Mary’s Pond will enable the town to double its water production. See story on Water/Sewer Commissioners.
Photo by Ryan Feeney
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Mattapoisett Fire Station361 viewsThe Mattapoisett Fire Station Building Committee has seen through to completion the town’s new facility on Route 6. Before the December 11 raising of the American flag, hundreds gathered inside to hear from the committee’s members and town officials. Fire Chief Andrew Murray presented the shovel that first broke ground to Committee Chairman Mike Hickey and certificates of appreciation to Hickey, Committee member William Kantor, Fire Department Captain Jordan Collyer, Photos by Mick Colageo
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The Covers of 2024360 viewsThe covers of 2024! As we bid farewell to 2024 and say “hello” to 2025, here’s a look back of the covers of this past year. We are looking forward to a great 2025 and wish everyone a Happy New Year! January 2, 2025 edition
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Brotherhood Ride 359 viewsJosh Fardy Jr., 21 months, had himself a ball the way only a kid can, stomping his firefighter boots to the music and splashing in a puddle during the June 12 Kids Brotherhood Ride at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School. The Marion resident's father, Josh Fardy Sr., is a Marion firefighter. Children preregistered for the event that raised upwards of $3,000 that will go to families affected by the loss of a first responder in the line of duty. Photo by Mick Colageo - June 17, 2021 edition
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Nolan Fest357 viewsThe first-ever Nolan Fest was held on July 11 at Silvershell Beach in Marion to honor the late Nolan Gibbons, who tragically passed away on August 18, 2020. The festival featured live music and words presented by area and national contributors, along with video tributes and a fire show. Nolan's parents, Warren and Sheila Gibbons, of Marion, hosted the event that included Acapop! Kids members Eliza Pryor and Preston Howell. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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2020 halloween Cover Contest356 views2020 Halloween Cover Contest by Cabot Van Keuren
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2020 halloween Cover Contest355 views2020 Halloween Cover Contest by Jordan Illingsworth
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Marion Garden Group355 viewsThe Marion Garden Group hosted a tour on June 25, beginning in Bicentennial Park and circulating through the town to enjoy the cultivated beauty of the season. Photos by Ryan Feeney. July 1, 2021 edition
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Rose Bowman354 viewsRose Bowman, seen on Monday outside Center School, is retiring as principal of Mattapoisett Schools at the end of this academic year. Bowman’s career dates back to 1971 when she began teaching at the Hathaway School in New Bedford. She has been serving in the Old Rochester Regional School District over 30 years and says that education has evolved so that children are consumed less with rote instruction and now are learning how to think through creative problem-solving. Photo by Mick Colageo. January 6, 2022
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