The comical, animated chipmunk that entertained us all last summer by scurrying back and forth across our backyard with cheeks stuffed with seeds and nuts is a comical personality of the larger squirrel family. The chipmunk appeared regularly, every morning during daylight hours, industriously finding and transporting food to be stored up for […] Read more »
Eric Worthington O’Brien of Medfield, MA., Mattapoisett, MA and Norfolk, MA died on January 7, 2021, peacefully with family by his side, after complications with pneumonia. He was 81. Eric is survived by his wife of almost 54 years, Claudette Prefontaine O’Brien; his five children, Erin M. O’Brien, Kerry A. Durkin, Colleen L. O’Brien, […] Read more »
Our first film discussion was a resounding success. Join us on January 11 when co-host Anne Converse leads a discussion of “Two for the Road” with interesting insights into the characters, music, and backstory of this bittersweet romantic comedy. It’s easy to participate. Watch the film on your own (YouTube, Amazon Prime, or other platforms), then email […] Read more »
The Marion Planning Board opened a public hearing on January 4 to hold a Major Site Plan Review for Tabor Academy’s proposed Campus Center at 85 Spring Street, the site of the Hayden Library. The 22,750 square foot academic building would replace the one-floor Hayden Library with a modern, two-floor facility that would […] Read more »
Frederick Roderick, 91, of Mattapoisett died January 6, 2021 at home after a brief illness. He was the husband of Mary G. (Moniz) Roderick. Born in New Bedford, son of the late William and Elizabeth (Vieira) Roderick, Fred was raised in Dartmouth and lived in Mattapoisett most of his life. He was […] Read more »
Cherrell V. Hughes died on December 8, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Howard Cahoon and Ruth (Butler) Cahoon. She was born in Hyannis on September 4, 1936. She grew up in Harwich and was a graduate of Harwich High School. She received a degree from Simmons College in Boston. She […] Read more »
In a meeting spilling over with significant matters, the Marion Board of Selectmen opened a public hearing with developer Ken Steen of Steen Realty to discuss a Comprehensive Permit for his Heron Cove residential development on Wareham Road. Steen’s former application for a 96-unit residential complex has given way to a revised plan […] Read more »
“As for me, I am tormented with an everlasting itch for things remote…” – Ishmael, Moby-Dick The best-known literary event centered on Herman Melville’s iconic American novel, “Moby-Dick,” is moving online in 2021. The New Bedford Whaling Museum’s annual Moby-Dick Marathon attracts thousands of people of all ages from around the world who share a fascination […] Read more »
To the Editor; Let’s stop spreading incorrect and confusing information about Marion’s Sewer issues. It is puzzling why Mr. Rasmussen’s writes at this time; his motive is not clear. His article is unfairly extremely critical of Marion and its management. His comments require clarification so that Marion’s residents understand the complete picture. He […] Read more »
In the face of a daunting task, Sammy Davis got nervous just like anyone else would. It wasn’t December’s 45-degree ocean water that bothered her, more so she was afraid of letting down the Travis Roy Foundation. “I was nervous we wouldn’t reach our original goal,” Davis told The Wanderer. Uncertainty proved […] Read more »