The Rochester Board of Selectmen on May 11 unanimously approved the motion to accept an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assessment and transition plan compiled by Facilities Manager Andrew Daniel, which could open the Town up for some valuable grant money from the State to fund a number of upgrades in various town buildings. “It’s […] Read more »
The Marion Planning Board on May 15 dispensed with the first order of business with little controversy, selecting its new leadership roster after the recent town elections. The board welcomed newcomer Christopher Collings to the board, as well as newly-elected but experienced Planning Board member Norm Hills. Newly re-elected Planning Board member Eileen Marum was […] Read more »
(This story contains information on crimes. Some details may be too graphic for children under the age of 13.) On May 10, a group of 20 women from all walks of life and all ages participated in a program that could very well end up saving their lives: self-defense training. The free three-hour class was […] Read more »
Join the Buzzards Bay Coalition for a three-week series of free adventures for women who love the outdoors beginning May 30. During these fun outdoor activities, we will explore ways to get up close and personal with nature in a safe and supportive all-female environment. Female children aged 8 and older (accompanied by an adult) […] Read more »
To the Editor: Town of Marion spending is uncontrolled. The town of Marion has an addiction to unfettered spending. It has become addicted to “free cash” spending and, as a result, many expenses that should be planned and budgeted for inside the town’s operating budget get paid for with “free cash.” What is Free Cash? […] Read more »
Every other Thursday at Old Rochester Regional High School, a certain amount of time at the beginning of the day is reserved for an advisory period. These times allow for homeroom groups to address ongoing aspects and obstacles of teenage life that affect any number of students. Under the guidance of their homeroom teacher and […] Read more »
Marion Conservation Commission associate member Shaun Walsh said on May 10 that he wanted to go on the record in response to what he said were allegations of a conflict of interest. Walsh, an attorney for the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, wanted all residents of Marion to know that whenever a denial for an […] Read more »
Jim Bride has joined the Sippican Lands Trust (SLT) as its new full-time Executive Director this month. “We are very excited that Jim will be joining the SLT as Executive Director and bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to our organization. This is an exciting time for the Lands Trust as we continue to […] Read more »
Explore the wetlands and vernal pools at The Bogs (138 Acushnet Road, Mattapoisett) to find frogs on a fun, family-friendly evening walk with the Buzzards Bay Coalition on Friday, May 26 at 6:30 pm. During the walk, we’ll listen for the melodic sounds of frogs and use nets and buckets to safely catch a few […] Read more »
Mattapoisett elementary schools will not increase School Choice participation next year, now that the Mattapoisett School Committee on May 15 took Superintendent Doug White’s recommendation to refrain from offering any further slots for the upcoming school year. “Currently, we have a few students who are participating in School Choice,” said White, “but over the last […] Read more »