He jumped out of the family SUV like any energetic 7-year-old boy, but he quickly composed himself, walking with the assured stride of a determined soul, a tiny true soul. He shook hands with a shy confidence, looked up and said, “My name is Trent.” Trent Arancio is on a mission to help kids. With […] Read more »
To the Editor: Marion’s Energy Management Committee (EMC) is pleased to announce that the Selectmen have approved our proposal to lease three electric cars for use by Marion’s employees. Following in the successful path taken by Dartmouth, who now have six electric vehicles (EVs), we will apply for federal, state, and dealership incentives that will […] Read more »
The Tinkhamtown Chapel on Acushnet Road in Mattapoisett will host its annual Christmas Carol Sing on Saturday, December 19 at 5:00 pm. Go back in time as you join your friends and neighbors in singing the old favorites in a 19th century chapel, lit by kerosene lamps and heated with a wood stove. Children are […] Read more »
December’s date for Open Table is Friday, December 18 at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church and you are invited! As always, something delicious and nutritious is on the menu and we look forward to serving you. There is no charge, although donations are gratefully accepted. Doors open at 4:30 pm, and the meal will be served […] Read more »
The Ocean Breeze subdivision has lingered incomplete for a decade. Now with the assistance of Town Administrator Michael Gagne, the Planning Board will have legal counsel to compel completion of the long overdue roadway paving. Attorney Matthew Thomas met with the Planning Board on December 7 for an informal discussion regarding contractual failures on the […] Read more »
UMass Dartmouth students are named to the Chancellor’s List in recognition of earning a Spring semester grade point average of 3.8 or higher of a possible 4.0. The following students have been named to the UMass Dartmouth 2015 Spring Chancellor’s List: Jerelle Jesse of Marion Amber LaBelle of Mattapoisett Margaret LeBrun of Mattapoisett Megan Merlo […] Read more »
The Tri-County Symphonic Band celebrates the festive holiday season with its annual Children’s Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 13 at 1:30 pm in the Multi-Purpose Room of Sippican School, 16 Spring Street, Marion MA. The concert is a wonderful family experience designed for all ages and is free of charge. The Tri-County Symphonic Band, under […] Read more »
During the holiday season, the Marion Police Brotherhood provides an opportunity for children of the community to meet face to face with Santa. The Marion Police Brotherhood provides this free of charge to all families alike. The event, which ran from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on December 5 at the Marion Music Hall, provided […] Read more »
Clifford C. Dartt, 95, died peacefully on December 3, 2015 at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, MA. Clifford was a decorated Veteran and an Eagle Scout. He worked for the phone company helping to set up the Early Distance warning line in Alaska and later in Iran and Saudi Arabia. Clifford was a very […] Read more »
The Marion Board of Health has drafted new regulations that would ban the use of electronic nicotine delivery devices, or e-cigarettes, in public areas including municipal-owned parks, beaches, and all outdoor areas of restaurants, bars, and anywhere food and drink is served. The smoking of cigarettes and cigars is already prohibited from these areas in […] Read more »