To the Editor;             On Monday, September 26th, Southcoast Health razed the Tobey Homestead and on Wednesday, September 28th, they ‘announced’ the closing of Tobey’s Makepeace Center for Women and Families at the end of the year.  A coincidence of timing?              I have to wonder the rationale behind this sudden closure, beyond the cost savings. There must […] Read more »

To the Editor:             Our family would graciously like to thank all those who shared in our sudden loss of Chad. Your presence and kind words of support meant so much to our family during this difficult time. It is deeply appreciated and gratefully acknowledged.             Our Heartfelt Gratitude, The family of Chad Rusinoski The views expressed […] Read more »

To the Editor:             As Mattapoisett Congregational Church prepares for the annual Homecoming service at Ned’s Point (10:00 am on September 8), we are counting our blessings by thanking God for all the ways you, the community, have supported the church this summer.              We started with the “Blessing of the Animals” service at Munro Preserve on […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Elizabeth Taber Library wrapped up this summer’s program for children, “A Universe of Stories”, with an Ice Cream Sundae Social.             Over the course of six weeks, many children ages two to twelve enjoyed story times, reading games, a magic show, as well as activities such as: building and blasting off water […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The number of times I have heard, “Well, it’s your generation’s problem now” whenever I discuss climate change is almost as high as the number of people who would be affected by rising sea levels. The website “Gallup” publishes that fifty-six percent of persons older than fifty-five are worried about global warming […] Read more »

To the Editor:             I would like to thank the Mattapoisett Police and EMT’s for their fast response, professionalism, and kindness during my recent episode.             Thank you all, Helen Sylvia The views expressed in the “Letters to the Editor” column are not necessarily those of The Wanderer, its staff or advertisers. The Wandererwill gladly accept any and all […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The School Committees and Superintendent are in overdrive. September’s Town tax bill should be a pause for reflecting on increasing taxes.             Escalating ORR school costs 4.72% FY’20 and 3.29% FY’19 significantly above the State’s Prop 2.5 limit materially impacts tax increases. ORR is the largest line item in the Town’s Budget followed […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Elizabeth Taber Library would like to thank all the companies and participants who helped make our August 2 Bridge Benefit so successful. All proceeds from the day’s event will go towards enhancing the programs, services, and collection materials offered by the Elizabeth Taber Library during the coming fiscal year.              Thank you […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Restore ORR Project would greatly benefit students at the school by creating safer playing fields, improving the auditorium, and giving a revenue-generating opportunity to the town.  The main field, currently, is unsafe for students. The grass is patchy and there are holes and rocks covering the field, causing a hazard for those […] Read more »

Dear friends and neighbors,             In light of the critical risk level of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in our area, and the closure of town property at 6:00 pm, we regret to inform you that the 2019 Marion Town Party is cancelled.             This decision to cancel rather than reschedule to an earlier time of day was made […] Read more »