Residents of Mattapoisett Village soon will measure the day again through the chimes of the Center School Clock. At the Mattapoisett School Committee meeting on Monday, June 11, Ray Andrews reported that the installation of the renovated Seth Thomas 1898 Clock is slated for June 28 – and he proposed to ring the bells for […] Read more »
On Monday, June 11, 2012, the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission held their first meeting of the month. They heard from Doug Schneider, of Schneider and Associates, on behalf of Dean Withrow, who filed for a Notice of Intent to construct a new home on Grand View Avenue. Since the home would be so close to sea […] Read more »
The beauty of the Tri-Town is, in a word, idyllic. In Rochester, cranberry bogs of deep burgundy pave the landscape as you drive down the country roads. The forests of Marion are lush and pristine, home to endless walking trails and the constant accompaniment of countless birds. The waterfront of Mattapoisett is by far one […] Read more »
Novelist Meg Mitchell Moore, of Newburyport, will read from her new novel, “So Far Away” on Wednesday, June 20th at 7 pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. Just released in May, Moore’s second novel has earned starred reviews from book industry journals and from her peers. Her first book, “The Arrivals,” also earned rave […] Read more »
The Shining Tides Preschool Graduation was held on Thursday evening, June 7 at the Mattapoisett YMCA which overlooks the scenic seaside beach and harbor. “We are proud to host the 2012 Preschool Graduation after a great year. The kids have been awesome,” said YMCA Child Care Director Tricia Weaver. A slide show presentation and Preschooler […] Read more »
On Saturday, June 9, Old Rochester Regional High School graduated its 50th class. Students, faculty and staff, friends and family all gathered on the football field on a picturesque day to celebrate the occasion. Congratulations Class of 2012! Photos by Katy Fitzpatrick Read more »
Nancy (Mellor) Wickenden, age 97, died at Sippican Health Care on June 9, 2012, after a brief illness. She was the widow of James William Wickenden and the daughter of Albert Lincoln Mellor and his wife, Marion Alden (Mason) Mellor. Mrs. Wickenden was born January 29, 1915 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. She was a graduate of […] Read more »
Residents of the Tri-Town were invited to participate in the annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life at the ORRHS track, from Friday, June 8 to Saturday, June 9. The popular fundraiser for cancer research attracted over 100 local people, organized into several teams that walked the track from Friday afternoon to Saturday morning. “It’s […] Read more »
David Edgar, Recycled Plastics Sculptor and Stan Godwin, Photographer June 8th – July 18th The Marion Art Center, located at 80 Pleasant Street in Marion, MA is pleased to announce the opening of two exhibitions on Friday, June 8th. An opening reception will be held from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Recycled plastics artist, […] Read more »
Hundreds of parents and friends turned out to recognize the Old Rochester Regional High School Class of 2012 on Thursday, June 7, in the ORR gymnasium. The senior class was presented with scores of awards and accolades for academics, citizenship, athleticism, and art. The Class of 2012, dressed in their red and white caps and […] Read more »