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Clowning Achievement1202 viewsThe YMCA of the Southcoast in New Bedford was recently presented with a grant of $25,000 from Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Eastern New England during halftime at a Boston Celtics game. Pictured (l. to r.) are Charlie Winterhalter, President, RMHC of Eastern New England and McDonald’s Owner/Operator; Edie Stevenson, Executive Director, RMHC of Eastern New England; Ronald McDonald; Gary Schuyler, President, YMCA Southcoast; David Joseph, Executive Director, Dartmouth YMCA; and Lucky.
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Beneath the Buddha1200 viewsWareham resident Stephanie Caron, who grew up in Marion, poses in front of the largest outdoor sitting Buddha in the world located just outside Hong Kong with a copy of The Wanderer during a recent trip.
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Hathaway Getaway1200 viewsThree generations of the Hathaway clan get together every winter for an “All Boys Ski Trip.” Here Ken Hathaway Sr. (center, holding a copy of The Wanderer), is accompanied by his six sons and three grandsons in North Conway, NH. Bottom row, l. to r., Robert, Ethan, Jonathan, “Grampa” Ken, and Stephen. Back row, l. to r., Mark, Timmy, Noah, and Malcolm Hathaway.
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Tolerance Through Theater1198 viewsMembers of the Old Rochester Regional High School Drama Club (foreground, l. to r.) Shannon Francis, Evan Berry, and Samantha LeBlanc rehearse for the school’s production of The Laramie Project, to be performed Thursday through Saturday, November 17, 18, and 19 at 8:00 pm; and Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $10 for the general public and $8 for students and seniors and will be available at the door. Advance tickets can also be purchased at Old Rochester Regional High School, the Marion General Store, the Seaport Village Coffee and Ice Cream Shoppe in Mattapoisett, and the Plumb Corner Market in Rochester. (Photo by and courtesy of Joe Butterfield).
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Deck the Halls1191 viewsLorinda Callahan and Jane Barker prepare wreaths and other Christmas decorations for the Marion Garden Discussion Group’s Christmas Boutique to be held on Saturday, December 10 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm in the library of Saint Gabriel’s Church in Marion.
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Wanderer Model1190 viewsThis intricately detailed model of the whaling bark Wanderer was built by David Barker and Neale Birdsall, both of Marion, and was commissioned by Mr. Barker for his private maritime collection. Mr. Barker has maintained a lifelong fascination with the whaling ship which dates back to his father’s finding artifacts from the historic vessel floating in the water just after it was destroyed on the rocks off Cuttyhunk Island in 1924. (Photo by and courtesy of David Barker).
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Fatal Fire1188 viewsA devastating house fire at 13 Briar Road in the Point Connett area of Mattapoisett claimed the life of the sole occupant, 72-year-old Carlton Cook, on Sunday afternoon, February 3. (Photo by Paul Lopes).
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Birthday Plans in the Making1187 viewsThe Town of Mattapoisett is gearing up for a week-long 150th Anniversary celebration planned for August 2007 to commemorate their breaking off from the Town of Rochester in 1857. The planning committee is currently sponsoring a contest to get a new logo for the anniversary event which will be used for promotional items such as t-shirts. (Photo by Kenneth J. Souza).
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Spring Swing1184 viewsOn March 3, the Mattapoisett Youth Baseball Association (MYBA) sponsored their first annual “Spring Swing.” The event was held at Center School, kicking off the 2006 baseball season for the Town of Mattapoisett. This fundraising event gave the children of Mattapoisett an opportunity to showcase their batting skills, raise some money and have fun. This would not have been successful or even remotely possible without the participation, assistance and support of many parents and special guests.
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01-31-02-11169 viewsDan and Lisa Winsor of Mattapoisett recently returned from an extended trip to South Africa and here they are posing with a copy of The Wanderer in Table View, South Africa. In the background is the city of Cape Town and Table Mountain. (Photo courtesy of Dan and Lisa Winsor). 1/31/02 edition
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Learning From The Past1167 viewsThird Grade students at Rochester’s Memorial School recently got acquainted with Rochester’s rich, historic past thanks to members of the Rochester Historical Commission. Students were treated to a hands-on experience with old toys, primitive household items and educational tools, and learned about early church customs, Rochester’s Native Americans, and changes in the town boundaries as Marion, Mattapoisett, and Wareham eventually broke off from the large township of Rochester to form their own towns.
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Veterans Day Speaker1165 viewsLieutenant Commander Daniel Parilla, USN, of the Newport Naval War College will be the Principal Speaker at the Mattapoisett Veterans Day Ceremonies on Friday, November 11 starting at 11:00 am at Old Hammondtown School. LCDR Parilla wears the Heroic Action Air Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device, and two Strike Flight Air Medals, along with various other commendations.
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