The Marion Art Center announces a call for entries for its 2020 Small Works show. Artists are invited to submit up to four pieces for this juried exhibit, the final show of the season. Works should be no larger than 14″ in any direction, including the frame. All works must be ready to hang/install (framed, […] Read more »
With an increasing number of confirmed COVID-19 cases being reported at both the state and local level, the Mattapoisett Board of Selectmen believes it is their responsibility to protect the residents of the community. To that end, responding to complaints that a local eatery was not complying with state guidelines, a public hearing was […] Read more »
It is believed that the mingling of river herring with ocean herring in the Atlantic resulted in an unintended commercial catch that, in large part, caused the massive drop in the amount of the small fish in the Mattapoisett River early in the 21st century. Where it concerns herring, the Tri-Town has never […] Read more »
The Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity (BBAHFH) will hold a virtual public information session on Wednesday, October 28 to advise the community of its plans to construct two affordable condominium units in a duplex building on a parcel of land on Sodom Road purchased from the Westport Affordable Housing Trust. The Trust conveyed the 5.3-acre parcel […] Read more »
The new scouting year is underway for Mattapoisett Boy Scout Troop 53! Are your favorite sports and clubs canceled? Then why not check out Scouting- we are able to offer all our usual activities in-person including biking, kayaking, climbing, and fun monthly campouts, and more. We are looking for boys ages 11 to 17 to […] Read more »
Strong winds ruled out the usage of tents, but the Town of Marion was determined to get through its first drive-through flu-shot clinic in anticipation of the day there might be an opportunity to administer a COVID-19 vaccine. The flu clinic, held for residents on October 8 at the Benjamin D. Cushing Community […] Read more »
Is that 76 trombones I’m hearing? No, it is just Phil Sanborn’s “pop-up” concert for four trombones in front of the Marion Music Hall. Sanborn, a trombonist, and the Music Director and Principal Conductor of the Tri-County Symphonic Band will always manage to find a way to keep the music going for music lovers in […] Read more »
Fall is finally in the air, with Halloween around the corner, colorful foliage making its appearance, apples ready to be picked and baked into pies, and pumpkins to be displayed or carved. The Mattapoisett Library has prepared a simple craft in a bag for you to enjoy at home and celebrate the season. Sign up for […] Read more »
Erik Durant has been capturing the human form, facial expressions, and themes that run the gamut from mythology to real-life situations for many years. In his studio works, he can be free to explore subject matter as he pleases. When it comes to commissioned pieces the pressure is on to get it right, but […] Read more »
Old Rochester Regional School District Superintendent Mike Nelson, Marion Town Administrator Jay McGrail, and Marion Board of Health Chairperson Dr. Edward Hoffer reported positive cases of COVID-19 at Sippican School in Marion on October 12 and 13. Tuesday’s press release stated that it is believed that the two cases are unrelated. On both […] Read more »