Dear Editor, The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club would like to acknowledge the many garden owners who worked so tirelessly to contribute to the success of our recently held garden tour. Nine property owners opened up their propertiesto the over four hundred people who purchased tickets for the tour. This year’s tour title was “NATURE’S TREASURES”, which […] Read more »
Town House Headed for Incremental Upgrades
Town Administrator Paul Dawson thought it was time to address the Town House conundrum and start the discussion again on July 10, now that the two new members of the Marion Board of Selectmen have had time to familiarize themselves with the Town’s most pressing issues. Dawson said he spoke with each selectman individually on […] Read more »
Items Wanted for Live Auction Fundraiser
Donated items for live auction wanted to benefit the Rochester Country Fair. Did you finish your spring cleaning in time for this summer? The Fair Committee is currently looking for donated items to be auctioned at the Rochester Country Fair. We hope to have approximately 100 items to auction off, so your help in reaching […] Read more »
SCCC Summer SING! Performance
On Thursday, July 12, the South Coast Children’s Chorus (SCCC) Summer SING! campers will perform in a special community event as part of the New Bedford AHA! Night. Join this dynamic group of young singers for a free performance at 7 pm in the First Unitarian Church of New Bedford on 71 8th St, New […] Read more »
At Marion Parade, Tradition Marches On
This year’s Fourth of July parade was a chance for the town and its residents to turn their attention away from Town House troubles and focus on celebrating “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” On Wednesday, July 4, the Town of Marion was simply the community of Marion taking to the street to enjoy […] Read more »
Status of Old Schoolhouse Road In Question
When Nicholas Araujo purchased 15 acres of undeveloped woodlands off what is known as Old Schoolhouse Road, the only thing on his mind was returning to the town where he had grown up as a child and settling down. It was only later when he applied for a building permit to construct his dream home […] Read more »
Academic Achievements
Greg Sethares, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Bristol Community College, has announced the dean’s list for Spring 2018. Tri-Town students named are: From Marion: Madison Barboza, Emily F. Cronin, Thais E. Da Silva Gorgonha, Timothy Dix, Darleen M. Pina, & Megan N. Youlden. From Mattapoisett: Andrew David Bichsel, Jon J. O’Connor III, Dion Selha, […] Read more »
Marion Open Space Acquisition Commission
The Town of Marion Open Space Acquisition Commission has a vacancy from the resignation of Randy Parker. An ideal member would have one or more of the followings/knowledge areas: – Familiarity with local real estate practices, including title searches, civil engineering, and local zoning and environmental permitting. – GIS mapping skills – Knowledge of […] Read more »
ORRHS Class of 1973
The ORRHS Class of 1973 will be celebrating our 45th year reunion on Saturday, October 6at the Century House in Acushnet. For more information contact: Karen Andrews Santos at kjsantos73@yahoo.com Read more »
Assessors Adopt CORI Check Policy
Recently elected Assessor TJ Walker has made good on his campaign promise to require background checks on any data collectors who visit Marion residents’ homes on behalf of the Board of Assessors during three-year revaluations of property values. On June 27, the Marion Board of Assessors invited Police Chief John Garcia to its meeting to […] Read more »