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Rochester Boat Race26 viewsA gorgeous Memorial Day morning greeted competitors in the annual Rochester Boat Race that navigated a course from Rochester down the Mattapoisett River to its finish area at Route 6 and River Road. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Osprey26 viewsOsprey and babies. Photo courtesy of Mary-Ellen Livingstone
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Creative Expression Contest26 viewsWinners in the Grades 7-12 Creative Expression Contest were announced by Tri-Town Against Racism on Saturday at Mattapoisett Library. Addressing the attendees to discuss the judging of the contest was John Excellent. The contest theme for 2024 was “African Americans in the Arts.” Photos by Mick Colageo
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Wareham Area Committee for the Homeless25 viewsAnticipating an especially difficult winter for meeting heating and housing needs, the Wareham-New Bedford Elks recently awarded the Wareham Area Committee for the Homeless (WACH), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization doing business as Turning Point, a $5,000 check for rental assistance and home fuel assistance for neighbors in need. Turning Point serves homeless and near homeless people in the communities of Wareham, Carver, Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Middleboro and Buzzards Bay.
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ommunity Conversations25 viewsOld Rochester Regional High School junior Alia Cusolito reads a statement on the impact of library books to Monday night’s gathering at Tabor Academy’s Stroud Academic Center for a “Community Conversations” event hosted by Tri-Town Against Racism. A panel of librarians spoke to presubmitted questions. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Howard Tinkham25 viewsHoward Tinkham’s 100th birthday was celebrated on Sunday with a parade that went from the Florence Eastman Post 280 American Legion in Mattapoisett out to Ned’s Point Lighthouse and back, followed by a party at the hall featuring “God Bless America” and “Happy Birthday” sung by the Showstoppers and refreshments for the many citizens who attended to express their appreciation for all that Tinkham has meant to the town. Photos by Mick Colageo and Jennifer Gerrior
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Tour de Crème25 viewsYoung and old, enjoyed Sunday’s Tour de Crème bike ride that saw riders stop for complimentary ice cream along 40, 24 and 9-mile courses. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Tom Grondin25 viewsTom Grondin earned a bronze medal during the Unified State Track and Field Championships. Photo courtesy ORR
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Opening Day of Old Rochester Youth Baseball25 viewsOpening Day of Old Rochester Youth Baseball brought out the crowds to hail the march from the Dexter Lane fields over to Gifford Park for ceremonies, including recognition for 12-year-old players entering their final year of little league. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Election Day25 viewsTri-town citizens gathered Tuesday to campaign for their candidates in presidential and regional races near respective polling locations in Mattapoisett (Old Hammondtown School), Marion (Cushing Community Center) and Rochester (Dexter Lane near the Senior Center). Photos by Mick Colageo
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Cruise Nights24 viewsCruise nights at Mattapoisett’s Shipyard Park always brings out the best oldies but goodies from classic cars to classic rock and roll music and the people that love both. July 8 found the park filled with admirers. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Highway Fire24 viewsOn December 29, Mattapoisett and Marion Fire departments prevented multiple fires set along Route 195 eastbound from reaching the woods. Mattapoisett Fire Department reported on its Facebook page, responding with Chief 1, Engine 1, Engine 2 and Engine 4 to a reported “small fire” on Route 195 eastbound between the Mattapoisett and Marion exits. A 100-foot-long, active brush fire was confirmed, moving into the “wood line.” Soon thereafter, more fires were discovered along 195, including one that was estimate
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