Sixth graders at Old Hammondtown School have come up with a unique way of raising money for a cause – the result of learning about the precious commodity of water, both in Mattapoisett and in the rest of the world. Funded by a $3,000 grant provided by the Marion League of Women Voters, sixth grade […] Read more »
Celebrate our maritime history with a spring concert full of melodic fun as The New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus performs at the Mattapoisett Historical Society, 5 Church Street, on Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 pm. The 40 plus member chorus’ repertoire includes rousing chanteys, amusing ditties and soothing ballads. Enjoy a spring afternoon with […] Read more »
Here is a look at the second week of scheduled games for Old Rochester Regional High School spring athletics. Baseball: After losing quite a few talented seniors to graduation last year, including their top pitcher Andrew Ryan, many questions arose during the offseason as to whether or not the Bulldogs would be able to […] Read more »
Fifth-grader Carter Hunt did something on April 14 that he would not, could not have done when he first started his education in Mattapoisett. He stood on stage before an audience and sang a song during the Old Hammondtown School Talent Show. Singing in public is something any average person is too afraid to assume, […] Read more »
On April 13, the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission found itself facing a conference room packed with residents gathered to hear the details for another private pier – this time at Aucoot Cove. Represented by David Davignon of N. Douglas Schneider & Associates, Jay and Julie Duker of 112 Aucoot Road applied to construct a residential pier […] Read more »
James F. Braden, age 83, died on April 2, 2015. Late of Olympia Fields, formerly of Mattapoisett, MA. Beloved son of the late James Braden and Alfreida nee Peterson. Beloved husband of Joan Braden nee Griffin for 58 years. Dear father of Colleen (Louis) Garafalo, James D., John (Julia), Brian and Katie Braden. Cherished grandfather […] Read more »
Roy H. Rehbein, 88, of Marion, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Kindred Transitional Care at Forestview. He was the husband of Edith (Barrows) Rehbein. Born in Miami, FL, he was the son of the late Bernice (Richardson) and Roy H. Rehbein, Sr. Mr. Rehbein lived in Hopedale for many years before moving to Marion […] Read more »
Memorial service for John Lockwood will be held on Saturday, May 2nd at 1pm at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church, 27 Church St. Read more »
David Carey Shanks (75) of Vero Beach, FL, peacefully passed away April 8, 2015 in Vero Beach. Born August 2, 1939 in Indianapolis, IN, he was the elder son of John Amos Shanks and Jane Marie Griesser. Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Rosalie Shadle Shanks. Additional survivors include his daughter, Nanon Shanks Olson […] Read more »
To the Editor: Thank You Mattapoisett! The Friends of the Mattapoisett Council on Aging wish to thank everyone who participated in our Annual Easter Pie and Dessert Sale on April 4. You made our sale a great success. Volunteer bakers brought in their favorite desserts and native specialties. We had such a grand variety that […] Read more »