To Whom It May Concern, I am writing in regard to the Planning Board Hearing story that was published on June 21st wherein FALSE statements were made about me at this meeting, then published in The Wandereras being factual and, moreover, damaging to me and my reputation. For the record, I wish to […] Read more »
SRPEDD Seeks Public Input on Rt. 6
Marion residents with concerns about Route 6 are strongly urged to attend an upcoming Marion Transportation and Circulation Task Force meeting in August to share their thoughts before the public comment period ends. During the July 19 meeting of the Marion Planning Board, Town Planner Gil Hilario reported on the recent meeting of the Transportation […] Read more »
Productivity
By the time I was 13 years old, earning money was a big driver in my life. If I wanted cool-looking school clothes other than the standard issuance my mother was willing to order from Sears, Roebuck, and Company, I had to earn my own cash. I became the neighborhood errand girl, hairstylist, and later, […] Read more »
Taste of the Town
The Mattapoisett Women’s Club will hold its annual Taste of the Town party under the big tent near the Mattapoisett Town Wharf, Tuesday,July 17from 5 pm to 7 pm. Come enjoy delectable creations prepared by local chefs, stroll through the quaint village, and historic Shipyard Park, a well-known whale ship building area during the eighteenth […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Council on Aging
Everyone is welcome to participate in activities and services at the Mattapoisett Council on Aging, 17 Barstow St. Most activities are “drop in”. For any questions and/or to register for trips and special events, call 508-758-4110 or email coadirector@mattapoisett.net. Mondays: 8:45 am – Tai Chi at Ned’s Point or at COA in inclement weather […] Read more »
ConCom Passes on Land Purchase
On July 3, the Rochester Conservation Commission heard from Attorney Peter Paul representing his client, Gibbs V. Bray, regarding plans to convert some 13.5 acres of prime farmlands located at 453 Rounseville Road into a solar array field. Paul said the meadows would be reclassified from agricultural lands to commercial and taxable as such when […] Read more »
Cocktails by the Sea
Cocktails by the Sea, the annual fundraiser for the Marion Art Center (the MAC), takes place on Friday evening, July 13, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. This year the party returns to Trevor and Anne Hatton’s historic waterfront residence at 183 Front Street, Marion. Tickets are still available by calling Jenny Costa at the […] Read more »
Open Space Trail Maintenance Work Party
There will be an Open Space Trail Maintenance Work Party at 9 am on July 21at the Great Swamp Property, also known as Mecke Woods on Joanne Drive in Marion (www.marionma.gov/sites/marionma/files/uploads/mecke_woods1.pdf ). Use bug spray, bring clippers and other hand tools labeled with your name, work gloves, and wear long pants. Water and snacks will […] Read more »
Sippican Historical Society
In 1998, the Sippican Historical Society commissioned an architectural survey of Marion’s historic homes and buildings. The survey was funded one-half by the Sippican Historical Society and one-half by the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Due to the limits of funding, not all of the historic buildings were surveyed, but over 100 were catalogued and photographed. The […] Read more »
Marion’s Annual Arts in the Park
On Saturday, July 7, The Marion Art Center hosted its 12th annual Arts in the Park Festival, showcasing local artists, craft makers, and artisans along with their impressive works. On the corner of Main and Spring Street at Marion’s Bicentennial Park, the small creative gathering garnered its fair share of local buzz and community, bringing […] Read more »