Come visit the Mattapoisett Historical Society’s Museum and Carriage House this summer and enjoy our exhibit “From Scrimshaw to Survival: Sophia Means’ Descendants and the Town of Mattapoisett.” This exhibit takes a look into how one family has contributed to the cultural fabric of our town over a century of time. The exhibit also features […] Read more »
Some residents weren’t happy June 25 when the motion to continue the hearing for the First Congregational Church’s appeal of the building permit issued to the developer of the abutting proposed condominium development failed. Some residents sighed loudly in disapproval and made insulting remarks about Marion Zoning Board of Appeals member Bob Alves because he […] Read more »
By now it is no secret that the most exciting addition to Tri-Town annual Independence Day events is the return of the Marion fireworks display, after skipping a year due to a lack of funding. This year, Marion Recreation is proud to present the 2015 firework display on July 4th beginning at 9:15 pm from […] Read more »
The weather held out on June 27 for the 19th annual Marion Village 5K. About 250 runners flocked to Tabor Academy’s waterfront to prepare for the 3.1 mile race where the top 20 runners all ran times under 20 minutes. Andrew Sukeforth won the race for the second year in a row in an impressive […] Read more »
Mark your calendars! The ORR Class of 1964 Annual Summer Gathering at Ned’s Point Light will be held on Saturday, July 11, rain or shine. It is very informal. Just show up around noon or 1:00 pm and bring your lawn chairs and picnic lunch. If you missed the 50th reunion last September, this will […] Read more »
Marion Recreation is offering Yoga at Silvershell Beach beginning July 1 and running through August; join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Class is suitable for all ages and levels. Registration is not required. Bring your yoga mat or a towel or blanket. Drop-in fee is $10 and is paid at the […] Read more »
On Saturday, July 4, the Marion Concert Band will open its 2015 season with a program of patriotic music in celebration of Independence Day. The program is as follows: National Emblem March – E. E. Bagley American Pageant – T. Knox American Anthem – G. Scheer Our Glorious Land – J. Olivadoti The Homefront: Musical […] Read more »
During a swearing-in ceremony on June 30, Marion said farewell to Chief Thomas Joyce, its 12th fire chief, and welcomed Chief Brian Jackvony, its 13th fire chief. Jackvony was officially sworn in before an audience in the Marion Music Hall, which was drenched in afternoon sunlight, with firefighters and Honor Guard members from the Police […] Read more »