If you have wandered by the Mattapoisett Congregational Church on 27 Church Street at night recently, you might have noticed a profusion of lights on its entrance. What is going on? Pastor Michael Frady, when questioned, explained, “As a Church community, we are intentional about the change of seasons both on our liturgical calendar […] Read more »
Cameron Gonzalez, of Mattapoisett, earned dean’s list honors at University of Tampa for the Fall 2024 semester. Gonzalez is a Freshman majoring in Biochemistry BS ASBMB-Accredited. Lauren Rapoza of Marion was named to the Dean’s List during the Fall 2024 academic semester at Salve Regina University. Rochester Resident Paige Sommers, Member of Project […] Read more »
Christopher M. Collins 42, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday January 29, 2025 in Washington DC. Chris grew up in North Dighton, Massachusetts graduating from Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School where he excelled in academics and athletics. Chris continued his education receiving his Bachelor of Science in Education from UMass Dartmouth. He started his career as […] Read more »
Sylvia Ann (Jarratt) Knight, 86, beloved wife, mother and friend to many, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on February 17, 2025 after a long illness. Sylvia was born on October 13, 1938 in Manchester, UK to George and Eveline Jarratt. She emigrated to the United States on April 11, 1959 along […] Read more »
The Marion Open Space Acquisition Commission had a brief meeting Thursday, February 6. The first item discussed was the Point Road path. There is a current low bidder of $48,689 for work on the bike path. For work to begin, the bidder must sign the contract, get a certificate of insurance, and receive a signature […] Read more »
On Saturday, February 8 at Camp Yawgoog in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, the long tradition of local scouts participating in their Klondike derby continued. Since the Scouts of America are now integrated, hundreds of boys and girls participated in this year’s event. Klondike derbies, named after that of the Canadian gold rush to the region, are […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club invites interested local residents to its February 20 monthly meeting featuring a presentation by Connor Gaudet, the curator of the Mattapoisett Museum. Mr. Gaudet will discuss the Mattapoisett Museum and its treasure trove of artifacts that bear witness to the fascinating history and unique culture that give Mattapoisett its charm. The […] Read more »
To the Editor; Mattapoisett should expand its Select Board from 3 to 5 members. As a Mattapoisett resident, I write to request Town support for a Citizen’s Petition proposing a Warrant Article at Town Meeting on May 12, 2025, voting to expand our Select Board from 3 to 5 members. Our Town […] Read more »
The Elizabeth Taber Library is now operating out of the Marion Music Hall for the month of February to facilitate a library improvement construction project. During this time our temporary phone number for library services will be 508-538-1214 The Elizabeth Taber Library will continue to provide access to collections of new fiction, new […] Read more »
The Elizabeth Taber Library is now operating out of the Marion Music Hall for the month of February to facilitate a library improvement construction project. During this time our temporary phone number for library services will be 508-538-1214 The Elizabeth Taber Library will continue to provide access to collections of new fiction, new […] Read more »