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Disaster Drill544 viewsFairhaven Fire Department hosted a full-scale exercise to improve emergency response in the region. Mattapoisett, Rochester, Dartmouth, Freetown, Acushnet, and New Bedford all responded to a disaster that simulated an accident between a school bus and an oil truck at Livesey Park in Fairhaven. Twenty drama students from New Bedford Vocational High School played the part of injured students who were assessed and treated for injuries. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Zumbathon544 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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Mystery Pumpkin544 viewsArg! This pirate pumpkin mysteriously appeared at The Wanderer door today. Thanks to the generous sailors!
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Anne T. Converse544 viewsCrowell’s Fine Art Gallery in New Bedford, Mass. recently unveiled its new exhibit, which focuses on the influence of sailing on the culture of the South Coast. Marion photographer, Anne T. Converse (pictured), is one of three artists featured in the shows. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Dragon Crossing544 viewsMattapoisett Animal Officer Kathy Massey was called to the area of Route 6 at the Mattapoisett/Marion line late Friday morning for what turned out to be a Tegu Dragon crossing the road. The 4-foot Tegu was transported to Mattapoisett Animal Hospital for treatment and was then brought to an undisclosed location for nourishment. Photos courtesy of Kathy Massey and Mattapoisett Animal Hospital
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Dragon Crossing544 viewsMattapoisett Animal Officer Kathy Massey was called to the area of Route 6 at the Mattapoisett/Marion line late Friday morning for what turned out to be a Tegu Dragon crossing the road. The 4-foot Tegu was transported to Mattapoisett Animal Hospital for treatment and was then brought to an undisclosed location for nourishment. Photos courtesy of Kathy Massey and Mattapoisett Animal Hospital
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Disaster Drill543 viewsFairhaven Fire Department hosted a full-scale exercise to improve emergency response in the region. Mattapoisett, Rochester, Dartmouth, Freetown, Acushnet, and New Bedford all responded to a disaster that simulated an accident between a school bus and an oil truck at Livesey Park in Fairhaven. Twenty drama students from New Bedford Vocational High School played the part of injured students who were assessed and treated for injuries. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Electronics Recycling543 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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Miss Saigon543 viewsORR Graduate Jillian Zucco (front, left) rehearses for Miss Saigon - which Marquee Theatre Productions will present at Bristol Community College in Fall River on February 9, 10, 11 at 7:00 pm and February 12 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $18 for Adults and $15 for Seniors and Students. To purchase tickets, call 508-678-7031.
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Showstoppers543 viewsThe Showstoppers delighted audience members once again at the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops Concert on Saturday, December 19 at the Zeiterion Theatre. As Maestro MacKenzie publicly declared, the invitation to have them return this year was a ‘no-brainer.’ "The Showstoppers knocked our socks off!" Photo courtesy Kelly Zucco
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Memorial Day Boat Race543 viewsThe Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race went off with very few hitches, despite the bursting of the bog flume at Grandma Hartley’s Reservoir just a couple days before the race. This year the weather was fine – maybe a tad hot for the racers, says Boat Race Chairman Art Benner, but great weather to kick off the summer season. Photos by Jean Perry
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Oscar Picks542 viewsMattapoisett residents Michele and Luke Couto pose with their tote bag filled with Oscar goodies on Friday, March 12, 2010. Ms. Couto won the Wanderer gift bag and assorted movie-related prizes in our annual Oscar Pick contest. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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