Mattapoisett Fire Station300 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
Chief King300 viewsJason King was sworn in as Mattapoisett's new police chief on December 16. The event was the featured agenda item in a Select Board meeting held in the new fire station. Photos by Mick Colageo
Fall Free Family Fun Festival300 viewsThe sixth annual Lions Club Fall Free Family Fun Festival was held on October 22 in Shipyard Park. Hundreds of children enjoyed face painting, fortune tellers, hayrides and games with a Halloween theme. King Lion Kimberly Ray said the event is an opportunity for people of all economic backgrounds to enjoy a family day together for free. Pumpkins and candy were handed out, while festive Halloween tunes filled the air. Photos by Marilou Newell
Mattapoisett Town Band300 viewsMattapoisett Town Band assembled on July 12 to reimagine a photo taken years ago. The photo will be part of the “Then and Now” summer exhibit at the Mattapoisett Museum. Photo courtesy of Diane Newell
Scenic Mattapoisett299 viewsPhoto by Jen Shepley
Salty the Seahorse in the clouds299 viewsWhile boating, Lauren Caulkins of Rochester spotted Salty the Seahorse in the clouds.
Storm Flooding299 viewsPhoto by Jen Shepley
Found Objects Art299 viewsNow showing at the Mattapoisett Library through January 14 are stunning pieces of art known as "found objects art." The artist is Mattapoisett resident John Middleton whose love of beachcombing and deeply honed artistic know-how brings admired, new objects to life. Photos by Marilou Newell
Polar Plunge299 viewsA great turnout for a great cause- helping the families affected by cancer. Photo by Jennifer Shepley
Mattapoisett Bike Path299 viewsRuth Griffin took this photo while walking on The Mattapoisett Bike Path.
Mattapoisett299 viewsPhoto by Jen Shepley
Pilgrim Sands Trail Riders298 viewsDozens of skilled dirt bikers converged on the Pilgrim Sands Trail Riders’ race in Mattapoisett on Sunday morning. The course covered both grass track and woods. Photos by Felix Perez.
