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America Recycles340 viewsIn recognition of America Recycles Day, the Rochester Highway Department accepted donations of media, books, and clothing, all in usable condition, on November 13, for area non-profit organizations to reuse. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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Santa's Arrival340 viewsMarion children gave a rock star’s welcome to Santa Claus, who arrived at Marion’s Annual Holiday Stroll by boat on December 13. The pouring rain didn’t stop Santa from spreading candy and holiday cheer to the crowd of exciting children. Clydesdale horses waited patiently to take visitors on a stroll through the village, and the town Christmas tree was lit at Bicentennial Park. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Holiday on Ice 340 viewsFirst grader Sophie Lynch of Marion performed at the recent Commonwealth Figure Skating Holiday on Ice show. Photo courtesy of Pam Erickson.
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Not Easy Being Green340 viewsAs of February 4, 2010, the new police department in Marion is making good progress. Town Administrator Paul Dawson received calls from concerned citizens about the bright green exterior, but assures the public that this is just the vapor shield and not the final color. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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PanMass Challenge340 viewsThe PanMass Challenge at Old Rochester Regional on June 13, 2010, included a longer route for the older kids and a shorter track for the tricycle-riding little ones. Photo courtesy of Mary Avery.
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Baseball Champs340 viewsMichael Kennefick smashed a fastball to the fence in left-center for the walk-off winning hit at the Rochester 10u Baseball All-Star Tournament on August 1, 2010 at Gifford Park. Photo courtesy of Hal Rood.Michael Kennefick smashed a fastball to the fence in left-center for the walk-off winning hit at the Rochester 10u Baseball All-Star Tournament on August 1, 2010 at Gifford Park. Photo courtesy of Hal Rood.
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Summer Faire340 viewsHappy shoppers united at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s annual Summer Faire on July 31, 2010. The “upscale yard sale” offered great deals on nice furniture items and had a section of toys and games, just for the kids. Photo by Laura Pedulli.
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Baywatchers340 viewsBaywatchers program director Tony Williams of the Coalition for Buzzard’s Bay displays the water sampling equipment used by the volunteers who collect water data at 30 points along Buzzard’s Bay. Volunteers sample water to test oxygen saturation, clarity, temperature and more. Volunteers, especially in Marion, are needed and anyone can get involved. Contact Mr. Williams at 508-999-6363, ext. 203. Photos by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Block Party!340 viewsIt was a little earlier than usual, but the annual Marion Block Party on August 28, 2010 went off without a hitch. Children enjoyed cotton candy, a bounce house and face-painting, while the grown-ups enjoyed conversation and good weather. It was an appropriate send-off to summer, before Old Rochester schools started back up on September 1. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Tropical Storm Earl340 viewsBoth Mattapoisett and Marion docks were busy spots last week when the National Weather Service issued a Hurricane Warning to the region. Plymouth county, in addition to Cape Cod, the Islands, and Bristol county, prepared for Hurricane Earl, a category 3 hurricane that stood the potential to make landfall in southeastern Massachusetts. Instead, Earl skirted just east of the region, hitting the Tri-Town with some rain. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Fire Prevention340 viewsThe Marion Fire Department hosted an open house on Sunday, October 10 in recognition of Fire Safety Month. More than 100 people participated in the event, which included children’s activities, demonstrations, and even a simulated car accident. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Scarecrow O'Rama340 viewsChildren demonstrated their talent at the fine art of scarecrow making at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Saturday, October 16, 2010. The event was sponsored by Friends of the Mattapoisett Library. Photos by Felix Perez.
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