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Electronics Recycling553 viewsDespite the rain, Boy Scout Troop #31 in Rochester held an Electronics Recycling Day at Plumb Corner on October 24. They loaded up a truck with old monitors, televisions, microwaves and assorted appliances for recycling. The troop also collected cell phones, bottles and cans. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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Relay for Life552 viewsThe American Cancer Society held their Annual Relay for Life of the Tri-Towns from 6:00p.m. on Friday, June 12 until noon on Saturday June 13 at Old Rochester Regional High School's track. Between 250 and 300 people participated in the eighteen hour walk raising nearly $50,000 to help fight and prevent cancer. Photo by Robert Chiarito.
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Pinewood Derby551 viewsIt was derby time for local Cub Scouts, who participated in the 2011 Pinewood Derby on February 5, 2011 at Old Rochester Regional Junior High. Photos courtesy of John DeMaggio.
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Eight Days Begin551 viewsHanukkah, the Festival of Lights, begins this evening at sundown. A Menorah at the Mattapoisett Town Hall recognizes the Jewish eight-day holiday. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Polar Plunge551 viewsRochester Troop 31 braved the frigid waters this Patriot's Day, not to seek freedom, but to seek scout camp. For the last week, the scouts have been asking people to sponsor them in their Polar Plunge fundraiser in exchange for hitting the brisk waters of Silvershell Beach in Marion. Photos by Michelle Wood
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Planning for 150550 viewsOn Sunday, April 1, a group of gardening enthusiasts gathered at The Mattapoisett Inn for a benefit aimed at helping to beautify the town with flowers in advance of this summer’s 150th birthday celebration. The project will include installing window boxes at Shipyard Park and the Town Beach and also planting a flower bed in the shape of the 150th Anniversary logo at the entrance to the Town Wharf. (Photo by Robert Chiarito).
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Dollhouse550 viewsNewly formed pop group, Dollhouse, delivered a high-energy hit performance on February 13 in Lawrence, Ma at the Roxy as the opening act for Donnie Klang of MTV's Making The Band. The five-member girl group showcased impressive vocals with solid harmonies and synchronized choreography. Dollhouse members include (left to right): Simone Cardoso, 14, of New Bedford; Kimber-lee Jacobsen, 17, of Westport; Jillian Jensen, 17, of Rochester; Taylor Lawler, 14, of Acushnet; and Jillian Zucco, 16, of Mattapoisett.
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Zumbathon550 viewsThe ORR high school gymnasium was alive with music and movement on Sunday, April 11, 2010, when dancers took to the floor for a good cause. For a $30 contribution, participants could Zumba for three hours, and the proceeds of the Zumbathon went to Compassionate Care for ALS in Falmouth, a non-profit organization that provides equipment and support to families affected by ALS. The Zumbathon was in honor of Jeffrey Lawrence, a 47-year-old man living with ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
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Facebook Free Lunch!550 viewsTo celebrate reaching 1000 fans on Facebook, The Wanderer is buying our Facebook fans lunch on October 8, 2011. Check out our Facebook page for more details!
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CPR Training550 viewsMattapoisett’s EMS provided first aid and emergency training to the lifeguards in advance of the beaches officially opening for the season.
Photo by Marilou Newell
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Free Lunch!549 viewsWho said there is no such thing as a free lunch? Wanderer Facebook fans enjoyed a free lunch on October 8. The Wanderer is also giving out $1,043, one dollar for each fan as of October 8, as a part of the Facebook fun. Which organization should receive it? Let us know on our Facebook wall, or email news@wanderer.com. We will announce the recipient in an upcoming issue. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Camp Cachalot549 viewsBoy Scout troops from Rochester, Mattapoisett, and Marion participated in the annual Klondike Derby at Camp Cachalot on Saturday, January 19. The event features different competitive tasks to test the participants’ scouting skills. Photos by Michelle Wood
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