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Funny Not Funny
Autism Awareness Month
By Jean Perry
Just before the winter break, my kid brought home
a paper titled “The Gift of Words.” It was a way for each
student to “gift” each other with the positive reasons
why the other kids like you. It was written in about 20
handwritings, and the list of reasons took up the entire
page.
“You are awesome. You are my best friend,” read
the first line.
Aww, what a sweet idea, I thought.
“You are my most funniest and jolliest friend with
so much to laugh about.”
Isn’t that nice?
“Diego is smart, funny, and awesome.” “You’re
very kind, funny, and a great friend.”
My heart swelled a little. My boy is funny. We laugh
all the time.
“You are really funny.” “Funny and over-all great.”
“You are kind and very funny.”
Wow, Diego. I guess you’re funny.
“You are very kind and very funny.” “Funny and
nice.” “Nice and funny.”
Hmm, Diego, they really must think you’re funny.
“You are very funny.”
Ok, he’s funny!
“You are funny and nice.”
Ick, my smile gets crooked.
“Funny…” “…funny…”
I get it, he’s funny, but is he really that funny?
Does he tell lots of jokes that I am unaware of? Does he
say funny things? Does he talk funny? Is he trying to be
funny, or do the kids just find him funny because the kid
On the Cover: They’re back! We have been regularly checking
the osprey nest platform at Brainard Marsh, a Sippican Lands
Trust property in Marion, for the return of our osprey friends
after the long spring migration back to Buzzards Bay. An
osprey pair will mate for life and return to their regular nesting
area after the two-week 2,700 mile journey from South America
back to coastal Massachusetts. This is osprey mating season as
we clearly witnessed during “Operation Osprey” on Saturday,
April 9, while we watched the platform from behind a rock on
the edge of the beach, our cameras ready. Chicks will hatch late
May to early June. Photo by Jean Perry
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has no filter, wears no mask, hides nothing, delights in
the squeaking of sneakers on linoleum in the middle of
class and the shadow his head makes when he eclipses
the overhead projector light with his head, which elicits
giggles from his classmates? I wondered. Is he really
being funny consciously, or does he just make them
laugh?
I admit. Telling me what you want for lunch by
spelling out “Celeste pizza” with dominos and knocking
them down when I walk in the room is funny. The way
your head got trapped inside your shirt because you
couldn’t find the neck hole and you walked in saying
“I’m hiding” was cute and we both laughed. That
morning you told me I had yellow teeth and a mustache,
I did laugh out loud. But you weren’t trying to make me
laugh. You are just cute. You are just … funny.
That word gift paper sent me into a little existential
examination of my life. Is autism funny? Is it supposed to
be funny? Can it be funny? Should it be funny?
Few things are truer than this: you’re screwed on
this autism journey without a robust sense of humor. Just
like my son who can see the beauty in the swirling of a
toilet flushing and the Zen of a spinning ceiling fan, I can
usually find the humor in most things.
Not all hilarity is instantly apparent, though. One
minute, I might be in the throes of a nervous breakdown,
but later I can usually find that laughable little detail,
the hint of absurdity, or the mirthful madness of a manic
moment. But is it really inherently ‘funny’?
Time has passed since we first boarded the Autism
Express for a train ride we could never get off. Those first
miles were rough before we learned to ride those rails
with style and grace – and wit.
In This Issue
Birthdays.........................................................66
Classified Advertisements...........................60
Crossword & Horoscope..............................56
Happenings.......................................... 52 & 54
Legal Advertisements...................................58
Local Tide Listing..........................................74
Mattapoisett Selectmen’s Meeting..............7
Milestones......................................................44
Movies & Entertainment.............................48
ORCTV Schedule..........................................46
Police Log.......................................................50
Real Estate Transactions...............................73
Rochester Selectmen’s Meeting..................10
Sports...............................................................38
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It was far from funny to find out my 1-year-old
was autistic. Through the battles with health insurance, a
grueling year-long residency in Canada, and the struggle
to get my emaciated 3-year old to eat enough to grow
out of his 18-month-old baby clothes, we were constantly
struggling at the bottom of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
(I do recall desperately trying to get him to eat spaghetti –
so desperate once that I sprinkled rainbow Jimmies on top
to get him to eat it. That is actually kind of funny. What
was funnier was the look he gave me and he still wouldn’t
eat it).
Back then I was still in the I-need-to-cure-my-kid
mode trying a number of different biological treatments
and neither my wallet nor I was laughing and it would
be months before I would discover the deliverance of the
happy pill.
My “Intro to Autism is Funny 101” session came
years ago when I attended an autism seminar by Dr. Barry
Prizant, one of the best in the field.
Most attendees were professionals – speech
pathologists, occupational therapists, and behavior
specialists. There were some real-life case study videos of
some adorable kids receiving sensory/behavior therapy.
It was as if they were looking into the window of my own
home. That boy up there on the screen was like my boy.
My heart was broken watching it. Which is why when
all the educators around me started laughing, I became
confused.
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I looked to Baby-daddy. My mouth opened to
speak. My lip quivered. “Why are they laughing?”
Meanwhile, the boy in the video resisted interaction,
threw things, and made distressing noises. The people
laughed. “It’s not funny,” I sobbed. “It’s not funny.”
What I didn’t understand yet was that these people
were used to autism. They had seen it before and they
laughed as if they had it all figured out. They found it
cute. These people could speak the language of autism.
I was still the grieving mother whose child would only
look at her when he wanted to nurse or when she blew
bubbles in the house for him. I couldn’t see the humor
then. It wasn’t funny.
You know what else wasn’t funny? Fighting
with schools. Even looking back today, I can’t find
much to laugh at when it came to my child’s education.
Well, except that one time when the pre-school
paraprofessional came out after school and said to my
non-verbal learning-to-talk son, “Diego, did you tell ya
muthah you was {sic} countin’ yesterday?” (Yeah, she was
gone the next day). I didn’t laugh then when it wasn’t so
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very funny, but I laugh about it now.
The day I made the decision to have the g-tube put
in when my son was 5 years old wasn’t too funny, either.
There’s nothing amusing about the medical term “failure
to thrive” which I interpreted as “failure to mother.”
The two eighth-graders I recently saw walking
behind my son on the way to school found Diego’s
slanted skip-run rushing to school beneath the weight of
an over-stuffed backpack and Chromebook slung across
his shoulder funny. They amused themselves as they
mocked him, thinking no one was watching. But I was. I
didn’t laugh.
Most of the time it’s hard to tell where the autism
ends and our life begins. Does autism make Diego funny
or does he make autism funny? In the end, when Diego
and I are happy and laughing, does it matter why? As
long as we have plenty to laugh about, I guess we’re
doing this autism thing right. I guess our senses of humor
are doing what they are supposed to do.
When I pick him up from school today he will call
me a spank-butt and we’ll laugh as he hits my behind. I’ll
take a look at the daily digital photos taken of his school
lunch – the ‘before’ photo of a steaming hot dog in a
bun, the ‘after’ photo of the unrecognizable remains of a
mutilated picked-apart bun that makes me chuckle. He’ll
play “O Come All Ye Faithful” on the organ in April and
I’ll giggle. Because autism’s funny like that.
Autism is no joke. But for us it’s a riot sometimes.
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By Marilou Newell
With the lush, verdant days of spring and summer
advancing and as the evening sky cleared and then filled
with the purple haze of sunset, the Mattapoisett Board of
Selectmen met on April 12 to discuss trees and trails.
Coming before the selectmen was Tree Committee
Chairman Sandy Herring and Tree Warden Roland Cote
to talk about the upcoming Arbor Day celebration on
April 29.
Selectman Tyler Macallister read the Arbor Day
proclamation, which noted Mattapoisett’s commitment to
tree-lined roadways and opportunities for the residents of
the town to learn more about all things trees.
Herring said the Tree Committee had identified
two locations they believed would be ideal for new tree
plantings. One location, she said, was Shipyard Park.
The other was the small garden area adjacent to the Land
Trust’s Munro Property where the new kayak racks are
located.
While Herring expressed excitement at the
possibility of planting a prominent black cherry or black
tupelo in this prime location, the selectmen were reticent
to place a tree in what they described as “congested”
public space.
“Why can’t we focus on what has been taken
down?” Macallister said, while Selectman Paul Silva
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asked, “Is Ned’s Point a possibility?
Herring said they had not considered Ned’s Point.
Both selectmen felt that Shipyard Park is so heavily
utilized by a variety of community events that adding a
potentially large tree would decrease the openness of the
space.
“I don’t think we want to add anything there,”
Macallister told Herring.
Silva thought that the Tree Committee should look
at replacing trees that have been removed throughout
the village area by the tree warden or by repairs taking
place on roadways and sidewalks throughout the historic
village neighborhood.
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about successive plantings in public areas so as trees
matured and lifespans ended or storms destroyed older
trees, newer trees would maintain the green context. She
also said that it was the committee’s intention to look
at village plantings as well and that a survey had been
completed on existing tree inventory in the village.
Silva and Macallister were also concerned that
harbor side vistas would be compromised if trees were
planted in Shipyard Park and on Water Street across from
1 and 3 Water Street. They said that if the Tree Committee
gained the agreement of homeowners at those locations,
then a small Japanese cherry tree Herring was proposing
might be acceptable for that location.
Herring said Harbormaster Jill Simmons wanted
to donate a Japanese cherry tree to the town and had
hoped it might be planted on the Town Hall property
at the corner of Main and Church Streets. However, the
Women’s Club had already been promised that location
for a magnolia tree they were donating.
Herring said she had discussed the wharf-side
location with Simmons, who thought that location was
acceptable for her gift. But, what about the neighbors?
“It is always going to be a hindrance, we run into …
a lot of resistance from people whether it’s a water view
or not” Herring said. “We need to take a position that we
want a green canopy over our heads.”
Silva reasserted that a large tree at Shipyard Park
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to the neighbors that might be affected by a tree planted
in their line of sight, a letter made sense.
The selectmen offered to send a letter to the
homeowners living across from the small park at the top
of the wharf on Water Street and, if their agreement was
secured, then Simmons’ gift could be planted there.
The tree from the Women’s Club for the Town Hall
was approved.
Town Administrator Michael Gagne reminded
the public that voter registration was open until April
19 at the town clerk’s office or could be done online at
www.mattpoisett.net. He said that to participate in Town
Meeting on May 9 at 6:30 pm at ORRHS, residents had to
be registered voters. He said the warrant was closed and
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that there will most likely be fewer than 30 articles for the
voters to act on during Town Meeting.
Gagne also said that Earth Day celebrations would
take place on April 23 at the Fairhaven Council on Aging
between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm with a variety of outdoor
and indoor activities including refreshments.
Gagne also invited residents to participate in
the ongoing development of a Municipal Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plan. He said a draft of the document would
be available for public comment on the town’s website
between April 13 and May 25. During the May 26 meeting
of the selectmen, all comments would be reviewed. He
urged the public to make recommendations in the process
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money for funding a finished plan.
Town Hall will be closed on Monday, April 18 for
Patriot’s Day.
The next meeting of the Mattapoisett Board of
Selectmen is scheduled for April 26 at 7:00 pm in the town
hall conference room.
Board Holds Off on ORR Capital Plan Action
Rochester Board of Selectmen
By Jean Perry
In the absence of the chairman and against the
wishes of one of the two selectmen present, the Rochester
Board of Selectmen took no action on April 11 towards
setting a special town meeting to bond the town’s share of
$224,000 of the Old Rochester Regional School District’s
$600,000 five-year capital plan.
The consensus among the Finance Committee and
Selectmen Brad Norse and Naida Parker was to forego
a special town meeting and simply bond the $224,000
through a debt service decrease in the year to follow.
“There’s no need to call a special town meeting
for something that, in my mind, is good management,”
said Rochester Finance Committee Chairman Kristian
Stoltenberg. “I think the selectmen should simply adopt
the plan … and I don’t think it’s necessary to go for a debt
exclusion. I think we can simply put it into our existing
debt service.”
Parker stated that she agreed with Stoltenberg. But,
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in fairness to the absent third Board of Selectmen member,
said Parker, “I don’t have a problem with this, but I
don’t want to be excluding one of the members from the
conversation.”
Town Administrator Michael McCue reminded
Parker of the looming deadline for a special town meeting
should the board ultimately decide to move in that
direction. “It needs to be done before … May 20,” he told
her.
Parker still felt the board should wait for Chairman
Richard Nunes before voting on the bonding process, she
said.
“I have a feeling it’s not going to change anything,”
said Parker, “Give the full board the opportunity to vote
on it because it wasn’t put out there that we were going to
be making this decision tonight.”
McCue conveyed Nunes’ preference to the board,
saying Nunes is in favor of foregoing a special town
meeting as well and also favors ORR’s capital plan.
“I’m just concerned about deadlines,” said Morse.
“I want to make sure that we bring some end to this.”
Parker replied, “If it was you or I who was …
absent to make a final decision, I would hope that the
other members of the board would extend the courtesy to
us to allow us to be involved in the final decision-making
… so that nobody is excluded.”
“I realize that,” said Morse, “it just has to get done.”
The Board of Selectmen will meet on Thursday,
April 14 at 11:00 am to take the vote on this matter with
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Land Acquisitions Top List for CPC Funding
Mattapoisett Finance Committee
By Marilou Newell
On April 6, members of the Mattapoisett
Community Preservation Committee met with the
Finance Committee and Town Administrator Michael
Gagne to present the list of applications approved by
the CPC for funding. With the blessing of the Finance
Committee and the selectmen, these grant requests
will head to the voters when the annual town meeting
convenes in May.
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Only three applications were presented to the
CPC for consideration this year, which is far less than
the committee has had to weigh during previous years,
noted chairman John DeCosta and committee secretary
Margaret DeMello. But two of the requests for land
acquisitions bore hefty price tags.
DeCosta said that the Mattapoisett Historical
Society Museum had once again come forward and
requested funds for their ongoing archival work that
conserves precious exhibits from deterioration and the
rigors of time, as well as data cataloging of the museum’s
vast collections. For FY17, DeCosta said the society is
requesting $22,500, a sum the CPC committee members
determined was reasonable and worthy of funding.
Then it was on to the big-ticket items.
One of the two land acquisition requests came from
the town’s Water Department in partnership with the
Buzzards Bay Coalition for property near the town’s fresh
drinking water supply well #3. The lands are part of what
is referred to as the Tinkham Family property located off
Acushnet Road and consist of 114 acres deemed critical
to the preservation of the Mattapoisett River Valley water
supply. The total amount needed to secure the property is
$654,000.
DeCosta said a variety of funding sources and
grants will come together with Mattapoisett’s CPC
portion of $65,000 and matching sums from Fairhaven
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Along with protecting the drinking water supply,
the application notes that the lands will be available for
passive recreational uses.
The second land acquisition application was
sponsored by the town of Mattapoisett and advocated
by Gagne and the selectmen for the sum of $500,000 to
purchase the former ‘Holy Ghost Society’ property on
Park Street.
Calling the property “exceptional uplands,”
Gagne said the 7-acre property was rare and would be
a tremendous asset to the future plans of the town. He
noted that master planning had pointed to a significant
need for recreational space north of Route 6 and, with the
bike path utilizing the railroad easement bordering the
property, it was an ideal location for a future recreation
and senior center.
“We don’t have the money right now to build a
recreation center,” Gagne told the Finance Committee
members, “but these types of opportunities don’t come
along very often.” He called the proposed acquisition a
“long-term project,” and added that an existing structure
on the site could be used by the Recreation Department
once minor repairs are completed.
DeCosta said the CPC members are advancing a
plan to fund the purchase with a $100,000 down payment
and 15-year bond.
Pat Donoghue, Finance Committee chairman, said
she didn’t have a problem with any of the requests and
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was pleased with the decisions of the CPC.
The Finance Committee also discussed the Capital
Planning Committee’s Top 20 list.
A final figure for capital expenditures is pending
and will be set on Wednesday, April 13, when the Finance
Committee meets with the Board of Selectmen to finalize
the warrant articles.
The following line items in descending order of
importance for the FY17 budget are: $52,000 for Center
and Old Hammondtown School security equipment;
$27,000 for a fire hose replacement; $49,500 town bundle
(variety of smaller needs from copiers to supplies for
municipal departments); $52,000 Police Department
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town hall furnace; $60,000 Old Hammondtown School
kitchen roof; $42,500 police cruiser; $18,000 wharf float;
$50,000 Highway Department wash-down system;
$25,000 Center and Old Hammondtown School floors;
$40,000 town barn renovations; $35,000 masonry repairs
to various municipal structures; $10,000 masonry joint
caulking various municipal structures; $7,620 traffic
monitoring trailers; $17,000 parking lot paving COA;
$23,200 (6) speed advisory electronic signs; $25,000
various municipal building painting; $43,000 wharf
parking lot paving; and, $174,000 highway road grader.
The next meeting of the Mattapoisett Finance
Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, April 13 in the
Mattapoisett Town Hall meeting room at 6:30 pm.
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Contention Over Remote Attendance, Agenda
Marion Planning Board
By Jean Perry
Should members be able to attend meetings
remotely? That was the question on April 4 during the
Marion Planning Board meeting that became heated at
times.
Chairman Robert Lane suggested that the Planning
Board petition the Board of Selectmen to approve the use
of remote attendance by Planning Board members who
cannot make it to meetings and allow members to attend
virtually instead, via video chat or telephone.
Lane said state regulations have a provision for
remote meeting attendance for elected officials under
five different circumstances – personal illness, personal
disability, emergency, military service, or geographic
distance – provided the member can be remotely present
for the entire meeting.
Lane said this could be beneficial to board
member Rico Ferrari who travels extensively during the
wintertime and on snowy nights such as the one when
board member Eileen Marum forewent traveling out into
the snowstorm.
“I think [remote attendance] allows us to take
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participate in our business, so I’m in favor of it,” said
Lane.
Planning Board member Jennifer Francis was
concerned about excessive use of remote attendance
and suggested putting a cap on the number of times the
accommodation could be used by any one member.
“I think if you commit yourself to being on a board,
then you should commit yourself to attending most of the
time,” said Francis.
Planning Board member Steve Gonsalves said he
understood Francis’ position, yet he cautioned her, “Be
careful what you wish for.”
“I don’t agree with that,” Gonsalves said. “I don’t
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think it should be governed by how many times….
Anybody who runs for one of these seats, as far as I’m
concerned, they’re committed.”
Board member Michael Popitz said it would
certainly benefit him on nights when he has a hospital
shift and needs to miss a Planning Board meeting. He
mentioned another board in the past that would let him
attend remotely and he found it helpful.
That’s different than a town board, pointed out
Planning Board member Norm Hills, who opposed the
notion of remote attendance.
“I basically don’t agree because I think … the board
has seven members that will function with four – that’s
a quorum,” said Hills. “There’s no requirement that
everybody be here and vote…. There’s no compelling
reason to do it.”
Lane said he appreciated Hills’ comment, but
preferred allowing all members the chance to vote. He
suggested that they compromise by asking selectmen to
let the board try it out for a year as an experiment.
“And if we don’t like it, we don’t have to do it,”
said Lane.
Gonsalves said he liked that idea and suggested the
board’s administrative assistant keep tabs on how often
remote attendance is used, but added that the number of
times it is used should not be held against the members.
“If it works and we’re comfortable, then great,” said
Lane. “If not, we’ll drop it.”
Hills remained skeptical that remote attendance
would fully satisfy the open meeting law and voted
against the motion in a 4-1 vote.
Earlier in the meeting, Hills brought up concerns
over how the meeting agenda is currently formatted
and asserted that it did not follow the open meeting law
requirements for agendas. He said he sent a request to
Administrative Assistant to the Planning Board Terri
Santos to have his concern placed on the agenda for that
night’s meeting but never received a response.
“I looked at it quickly,” said Lane. As chairman,
Lane is responsible for items placed on the agenda.
“Although I think your comments are very appropriate,
I think that what we do is acceptable and what you’re
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saying is acceptable, and I think that it’s fine. There’s
latitude on how the agenda can be constructed and …
it’s the way it’s been done. There’s no reason to get into a
long discussion about it.”
According to Hills, though, the site he referenced
online was “pretty clear,” adding he was “not making this
up.”
But there was no need to discuss it, Lane shot back.
The agenda was fine and there was no point in changing
it.
“What we’re doing now doesn’t meet the open
meeting law, so you should be concerned with that,” said
Hills.
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at all,” said Lane. “What we do absolutely meets the open
meeting law; furthermore, it’s the same way in which
agendas have been constructed for the two years that I
have been on the board.”
Lane accused Hills of using the moment to raise the
issue to benefit his campaign for the Board of Selectmen.
“That’s not … that is absolutely not true,” Hills
said.
Popitz, Gonsalves, and Francis sat silently as Hills
and Lane argued.
“None of the rest of us know what you’re talking
about,” said Francis.
“Well, you haven’t read the statute so you
wouldn’t know,” said Lane. “It’s something … absolutely
inappropriate and unnecessary to talk about. I believe we
are in complete compliance.”
It’s déjà vu all over again, said Gonsalves, recalling
last year when a series of meetings turned sour over
meeting minutes when Lane was clerk.
“And how long did we go through that?” said
Gonsalves.
“Yeah, and you were wrong then, too,” Hills said to
Lane.
“Excuse me! I was not wrong at all,” said Lane.
“I am not going to let the board degenerate into more
arguments like that.”
Lane shut down Hills as he continued talking.
“It’s over!” shouted Lane. “We’re not talking about
it! If you want to campaign for selectman on the side, go
do it outside, go meet with reporters. I’m not gonna have
it in this meeting.”
Hills took off his eyeglasses and tossed them on the
table before him.
“I think that’s a personal attack to tell me….” said
Hills while Lane continued talking over him.
Gonsalves jumped in. To you, he said to Hills,
“Everything’s wrong on this board.”
“That’s not true,” Hills replied.
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board, Hills never brought the topic up.
“I tried to get this done two and and a half years
ago,” said Hills.
The board swiftly moved on to a brief discussion on
the ‘Frigate’ property security fence.
The next meeting of the Marion Planning Board
is scheduled for April 18 at 7:00 pm at the Marion Town
House.
Bay Club’s Preserve May Be Censured
Mattapoisett Conservation Commission
By Marilou Newell
Mattapoisett’s Conservation Agent Elizabeth
Leidhold presented the Mattapoisett Conservation
Commission with shocking photographic evidence
that construction now taking place at The Preserve
subdivision, part of the Bay Club, was not following
Conservation Commission conditions.
During the April 11 meeting, Jeff Youngquist of
Outback Engineering, Inc. came before the commission
with three Notice of Intent applications and two
Certificates of Completion on four properties at the
upscale housing subdivision. But before those could
be heard, Leidhold asked the commission to review
photographs she had taken at the site.
The photographs showed improper pumping
of dewatering spoils into jurisdictional wetlands,
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“These are pretty egregious violations,” stated
commission member Michael King, adding, “I don’t like
the look of that at all. This is unacceptable.”
Leidhold said Ted Gowdy of Aerie Homes of
Waltham, the developer of The Preserve, was present as
she photographed the areas and brought the problems to
his attention. However, Gowdy failed to properly oversee
the contractors, she said, which led her to conclude that
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“These are high-end homes in close proximity to
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lack of adherence to NOI conditions, commissioner Peter
Newton suggested, “We can make them desist until it’s
cleaned up and remedied.”
Rogers and King suggested sending a cautionary
letter to Gowdy giving him an opportunity to correct
matters before shutting down the construction. The
commissioners moved to send a letter.
Youngquist’s applications were all approved
with conditions and Certificates of Compliance issued
with his assurance that he would personally discuss the
conservation violations with Gowdy.
The Goodspeed Island application of Anthony
Campbell and Fred Schernecker for the construction of a
new private roadway along a coastal bank made its third
appearance on this night.
Once again, David Davignon of N. Douglas
Schneider and Associates, Inc. provided updated
engineering drawings to address earlier comments and
concerns, which came primarily from Rogers. But these
newest revisions were as Davignon noted, “a major
change.”
Fire Chief Andrew Murray had visited the site, and
based on his recommendations, several plan changes were
implemented.
The roadway had been designed at only 16 feet in
width; the new plan calls for 18 feet. Chief Murray also
asked for and received the placement of an additional
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fire hydrant and a 27-foot wide circular turnaround to
accommodate fire apparatus. “These are three major
changes per the fire chief,” Davignon said.
A letter from Director of Inspectional Services Andy
Bobola also addressed the need for roadway widening,
along with the future home Schernecker proposes to build
bearing a residential number.
These changes did not, however, address Rogers’
biggest concern of stormwater management.
Rogers told Davignon he had been in touch with
the DEP after the March 28 hearing and confirmed that
the state stormwater management requirements could be
applicable to the project. He said that the water detention
depression noted on the plans might not be sufficient to
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handle storm events. Davignon responded, “We don’t
think it’s required.”
Rogers and Newton couldn’t reach a consensus
between their differing views on whether or not the
hearing should once again be continued until the
Planning Board gave its final verdict on the project with
Rogers saying, “It would be safer for everyone concerned
if we waited until the 25th.”
Davignon said, “I respectfully request not to
continue.”
“Why do we have to be concerned?” Newton said
to Rogers. “I’m not in favor of holding this project up
further for the Planning Board purposes.” A polling of the
other commissioners found they agreed with Newton.
Rogers responded to Davignon, “I get that you
want to close the hearing tonight and that’s what you’ll
get.”
In the end, the majority ruled in favor of the project
moving forward with Rogers opposed, saying, “I am
stuck. All the information has not been provided. You
haven’t given me everything I need to vote in favor.”
In a follow-up interview, Rogers responded to
questions regarding a letter that had been sent to the
selectmen from Campbell’s attorney John Gushue. In that
letter dated March 24, Gushue asked that Rogers recuse
himself from the upcoming March 28 continuance since
he had not been in attendance at the March 14 hearing.
Gushue also made the claim that Rogers had contacted
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Davignon directly prior to the March 28 hearing with
concerns he had about the project to give him the “headsup,” and that Rogers had also possibly committed
procedural errors in discussing the application with
Newton on the morning of March 14.
“There were some incorrect assumptions in the
letter,” said Rogers. “I haven’t done anything wrong.”
When asked if the Town recommended he recuse
himself, Rogers replied, “No one pressured me one way
or the other.”
“In a perfect world, they would have had more
details. I think they overreacted,” said Rogers. He had
voiced his objections primarily on issues of stormwater
management at both the March 28 and April 11 hearings.
Another application heard was a Request for
Determination of Applicability from Michael Esposito,
18 and 20 Ned’s Point Road, for the rehabilitation of
a licensed seawall and pier structures. The project
received a Negative 3 determination with conditions.
Another seawall repair was conditioned through a NOI
application from Alex Tepermen and Lida Cavanaugh, 16
and 18 Ocean View Avenue.
Leidhold reported that, presently, no work has
begun on the Crystal Spring solar project proposed by
Blue Wave LLC; however, her office had received resumes
and letters of introduction from several environmental
engineers for overseeing the project on behalf of the town
when it does begin. Rogers said, “No building permit
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sign-off until we have money in escrow to cover costs.”
The commissioners also voted to accept
responsibility for a donation of land from Jeanne Downey
located on Whalers Way.
The next meeting of the Mattapoisett Conservation
Commission is scheduled for April 25 at 6:30 pm in the
town hall conference room.
Archeological Dig Pauses Solar Project Progress
Rochester Planning Board
By Jean Perry
The Rochester Planning Board continued the
public hearing for Renewable Energy LLC, developers
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of a large-scale solar farm slated for the historic center
of Rochester, after the state ordered an archeological
exploration of the property before approval of the project.
The Massachusetts Historic Commission,
in a letter to the Executive Office of Energy and
Environmental Affairs dated March 1, requested an
archeological study be performed at the site that it deems
an archeologically-sensitive area rich in history and likely
peppered with artifacts and unmarked graves.
According to the letter, the property – once the
location of the town’s first meeting house and an ancient
Native American trail – is recorded and interpreted as an
ancient Native American village.
Before the site plan review and permitting
process can continue, the project must clear the state’s
archeological survey, and the applicant requested a
continuance of the public hearing, which the Planning
Board scheduled for April 26.
Speaking of solar farms in the historic district of
Rochester Center, Planning Board member Ben Bailey
proposed the board work on an amendment to the
Limited Commercial District bylaw that would essentially
restrict any future large-scale ground-mounted solar
farms from the Limited Commercial District, which lies
within the Historic District. Bailey said he would like to
get started so the bylaw amendment could appear on the
June 8 Annual Town Meeting warrant.
The proposed amendment could seek to limit the
energy production output of any proposed solar energy
production installations to 25,000 kilowatts for the district
and eliminate ground-mounted solar arrays.
“I don’t think you’ll get anybody in town who
would say no to that,” said Planning Board Chairman
Arnold Johnson.
Bailey, after consulting with town counsel, said
the bylaw would have to avoid any limitations that could
be construed as prohibiting solar farms in the town.
Johnson cautioned the board during a brief legal
discussion on the matter, saying it is best to fully vet ideas
and concerns with town counsel to avoid any “knee-jerk”
proposals within the bylaw amendment that would not be
lawful in the end.
Also during the meeting, the board opened the
public hearing for Meadowatt, LLC, owner of 188-190
Marion Road, and its application to build a large-scale
solar farm at the site.
The project requires a number of applications,
including a Special Permit, a Scenic Highway Special
Permit, and a Groundwater Protection District Special
Permit.
The board held off on the waiver list, preferring to
wait until the next hearing so the board could have time
to review a report sent to them that day by the town’s
contracted engineer, Ken Motta.
Engineer Robert Bersin went over the most recent
plan that evening before abutters had a chance to ask
questions.
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There will be minimal tree cutting involved, with
a select couple of “pretty poor” and “mangled” trees
to be felled near the road. An existing residential house
will remain if the Zoning Board of Appeals allows. The
entire site will be fenced in using a plastic resin-based
“stonewall,” and a gravel access road from the street will
circle the perimeter of the solar arrays.
Johnson said some specifics must be
addressed moving forward, such as stormwater and
decommissioning of the site. Johnson also stipulated that,
for the groundwater district permit, the plan must note
specifics such as organic fertilizers can only be used, and
no sludge-based fertilizer is permitted, which can contain
heavy metals.
The chairman also referenced two waivers on
Bersin’s list – the requirement of a detailed landscaping
plan drafted by a landscape architect and a detailed
maintenance plan, which Johnson said the board already
denied during the applicant’s initial pre-submission
informal conference.
“I think we’ll just hold the whole [waiver list]
instead of breaking it down tonight,” said Johnson.
After noting the need to reconsider the planting
materials, Bailey suggested the board come up with a
handout for applicants to recommend trees and shrubs
and other vegetation that are more deer-resistant and
preferable to the board, to which the other board members
agreed.
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Planning Board member Chris Silveira asked
Bersin to find some locations where the proposed fence
was already in use so he could see it in real life.
“And there’s a ton of spelling and grammar errors
in here,” Johnson said, adding that if he didn’t bring it
up his grandmother would haunt him from the grave. “I
would like to see them cleaned up, please.”
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Hall.
Sippican FY17 Budget Cuts Back Phys Ed
Marion School Committee
By Jean Perry
Parents, school staff, and Marion School Committee
members alike are troubled by a reduction in physical
education slated for the next school year at Sippican
School that will bring two phys ed sessions per week
down to just one.
On April 6, school administration presented the
mostly level-service $5.86 million fiscal year 2017 Sippican
School budget to the public, and they faced some backlash
over cutting one .5 phys ed teacher position.
One staff member and town resident, Kelly
Kelleher, said she appreciates the budget constraints, but
said cutting PE down from two to one gym class per week
could affect the health and wellbeing of the children.
“I’m just so afraid that if we cut the .5 position, we
won’t get it back,” said Kelleher. “I just hope it can’t die
here on the floor today.”
School Committee Chairman Christine Marcolini
said she agreed one-hundred percent.
“I don’t want you to think that because that
position is something that we’re not funding is something
that we don’t want to do,” Marcolini said. “At the end of
the day, we had to make some very difficult decisions …
about what battles we’re going to fight, and for us, it did
come down to [smaller class sizes].”
Marcolini continued, “I don’t want the perception
that we’re not taking our kids’ health very, very seriously
because we are…. At the end of the day, we only have the
money that we have to work with, and right now we’re
doing the best we can with what we have now.”
Driving the roughly $230,000 budget increase
this year were a number of factors, including a $15,000
increase to provide transportation for students to Bristol
County Agricultural High School that was once provided
by a Rochester Senior Center van. Day tuition was up
$150,000 and residential tuition, $60,000. A main factor
this year was a restructuring in the way the school district
uses circuit breaker money, which is money the state
refunds to the town for unforeseen costly increases in
special education during the school year.
Some suggested that perhaps an extra recess could
make up for the physical exercise throughout the week,
but Sippican School Principal Lyn Rivet explained that
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the time students are in specialist class is time allotted for
curriculum planning as mandated in the teacher contract.
Superintendent Doug White told inquiring
attendees of the meeting that residents could petition the
selectmen to form a 501(c)(3) organization to supplement
the budget and maybe one day raise enough to bring back
the .5 physical education position and a health teacher
for the school. There was also questioning as to why a
Proposition 2½ override was not pursued this year.
“There just wasn’t enough momentum to bring it
forward at this time,” said White.
School Committee member Kate Houdelette said
when it came down to making the decision to cut phys ed,
it was either that or increase class sizes.
“We truly feel that the smaller class sizes are the
way to go,” Houdelette said. “This is something that
we’re not just going to take lying down. I understand just
how important physical education is for kids … and this
has been truly hard for all of us.”
Houdelette called it a “speed bump” in the road,
“But it’s not over yet….”
School Committee member Christine Winters said
this year’s budget process was “the most exhaustive”
since she joined the committee seven years ago. She said
the committee had to choose options that had the least
impact on the students.
“It’s not easy,” Winters said. “It’s not easy at all. It’s
a bad year. It’s a bad year all the way around.”
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In other matters, the committee voted to opt out of
the school choice program this year by deciding not to
add any new slots in order to keep class sizes down.
The budget, class size, and where the school
currently is, said White, is manageable under the
circumstances.
“I believe our class sizes are at a position to be
managed at the staff size we have and no additional staff
is needed,” said White.
The next meeting of the Marion School Committee
is scheduled for May 4 at 6:30 pm at the Marion Town
House.
Committee Approves Budget, Declines School Choice
Rochester School Committee
By Jean Perry
Town administrators and the Rochester School
Committee have finally agreed on a number for the
Rochester Memorial School fiscal year 2017 budget, which
was approved on April 7 after a short presentation of the
FY17 budget.
The budget is up roughly $140,000 from last year to
about $5.8 million, a 2.4 percent increase.
“We’ve been able to sustain the majority of the
positions or make switches within the program to move
people where they will be more effective and serve more
kids,” said Superintendent Doug White. “I think there’s
been some good adjustments to this over the previous
year and it makes us stronger, but there hasn’t been a lot
of reduction…”
Driving the budget up were staff contractual
obligations and an increased need for educational
equipment; however, a few decreases in needs, such as
a reduction in utility costs, a decrease in transportation
costs, and special education services, kept the budget
from climbing too high.
In other matters, the School Committee voted to
opt-out of the school choice program for the next school
year.
“I believe under our current structure and how
our class sizes are set up, unfortunately … I would
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recommend that we don’t participate in school choice
moving forward for this current school year … and
making sure that we sustain and maintain the education
for the students of Rochester,” said White.
School Committee members were quick to concur
with White before a unanimous vote. School Committee
member Jennifer Kulak said she was already supportive
of foregoing school choice for next year and others agreed.
“The same goes for me,” said School Committee
member Robin Rounseville. “I went and looked at class
sizes, and we are not in a good place (to continue school
choice).”
The next meeting of the Rochester School
Committee is scheduled for May 5 at 6:30 pm at the
Rochester Town Hall.
Evan Portelance Wins Mr. ORR
ORR Update
By Sienna Wurl
This week, the Old Rochester Regional High School
auditorium overflowed with laughter brought on by the
shenanigans of the contestants in the annual Mr. ORR
pageant, a competition in which any male who wishes
to participate can vie for the Mr. ORR crown – and the
funniest contestant (usually) wins.
Hosts Evan Roznoy and Emily Faulkner kicked
off the nearly sold out show with witty banter and
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on stage ready for the opening musical number, which
featured Rihanna’s popular song “Work” and left the
audience in hysterics as the contestants gave it all they
had in a slew of hilarious choreographed moves.
Next came the casual wear section, in which
contestants flaunted their casual clothing to a song of their
choice while the hosts read their self-created bios to the
audience.
First to walk was Adrian “Paul” Kavanagh who
sported a pair of shutter sunglasses and whose bio
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Earl Miranda was next in the lineup, looking spiffy
in a somewhat formal outfit.
Then William Lynch, dressed as a pirate, walked
to Disney’s “Let it Go” from Frozen. Midway through his
walk, Lynch proceeded to pull a hamburger out of his
pocket and eat it onstage.
Next came Evan Portelance wearing a Captain
America-themed tank top with shorts and whose bio
stated, “When he grows up, he wants to be an adult.”
Jonathan Kvilhaug was the next contestant,
strutting his stuff in a neon green crop top.
Next came Matthew Fortin, wearing a button down
shirt.
Finally, Brett Noone finished the casual wear
category flaunting an Elvis Presley costume – hair and all.
The second part of the night was the talent section,
which is easily the most popular part for the students
watching Mr. ORR. The talent competition gives the
contestants the opportunity to be as funny as they can be
in order to attempt to sway the judges in their favor.
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acoustic guitar and singing. The comical catch? Kavanagh
didn’t know how to play the guitar … or sing. After the
audience calmed down a little from laughing, they pulled
out their cell phones in order to wave the flashlights back
and forth as one would do for a slow, inspirational song at
a professional concert.
Next came Kondracki, whose talent had everyone
excited the moment he walked out in a “Vote for Pedro”
shirt. That’s right, Kondracki reenacted the dance scene
from the famous film Napoleon Dynamite.
The next talent was performed by Miranda who
brought his sister, Crystin Miranda, onstage with him to
sing “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran together.
The next act killed two birds with one stone: that is,
two contestants participated in the same talent. Lynch and
Portelance performed the song “A Whole New World”
from the Disney movie Aladdin. Lynch was dressed in
a full Jasmine costume while Portelance was dressed as
Aladdin with a whole costume and a red solo cup on his
head.
Kvilhaug and four backup dancers performed
“Shoop” by Salt-n-Pepa. Kvilhaug and his backup dancers
not only danced, they rapped and sang as well.
Next came Fortin singing “Rock Your Body” by
Justin Timberlake. Midway through the song, Holly Frink
joined him to sing the female half of the song. Once the
song had ended, Fortin’s shirt was ripped open to reveal
writing on his chest that read “Moira - Prom?” Fortin’s
promposal was met by huge cheers from the audience and
a ‘yes’ from Moira, of course.
Concluding the talent portion was Noone, who
performed a song in Spanish with the help of Hunter
Parker on the drum set.
For the formal portion of Mr. ORR, all contestants
wore suits and escorted someone across the stage. From
mothers to girlfriends to teachers to friends (jokingly)
dressed in prom dresses, the range of escorts was
endearing and comical.
The final section of Mr. ORR was the Question and
Answer, in which contestants picked a random question
out of a jar and had to answer it on the spot. Questions
ranged from mundane, school-related things like “If you
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could change one rule at ORR, what would it be?” to
some of the crazier ones that got more laughs out of the
audience, such as “If you could get rid of one state, which
one would it be and why?”
“Rhode Island,” answered Kavanagh. “Because it’s
small and useless.”
When asked to describe himself in one word,
Kondracki replied, “Sexy.”
After the Q&A concluded, the panel of teachers
assigned to be judges went into the hall to decide the
winner of the crown. As the students and contestants
anxiously awaited the results, a behind-the-scenes video
put together by Kyle Costa was shown. At the end of the
video, the judges had made up their minds.
Second runner-up was Miranda, followed by Noone
as runner-up. The famous Mr. ORR crown and sash went
to Evan Portelance.
The night ultimately concluded with one final
announcement from Roznoy, one of the hosts, when he
grabbed the mic and proceeded to ask the other host,
Faulkner, to prom, eliciting clapping and cheers from the
audience.
This year, the audience was notably unique as it
contained students from not only ORR, but students from
a different state altogether.
Seventeen students from North Carolina were at the
event (with their host families) for the annual AFS shortterm exchange. The members of the ORR AFS club visited
Lenoir, North Carolina from March 9-13, and the students
from Lenoir were visiting Tri-Town from April 6-10, just
in time to sample the true fun spirit of Old Rochester at
Mr. ORR.
But Mr. ORR was not the only thing the North
Carolina kids experienced here in Massachusetts. On top
of attending Old Rochester for three classes on Thursday,
the Lenoir exchange students spent a day at Faneuil Hall
in Boston, as well as visiting the Institute for the United
States Senate, Fenway Park, and Plymouth Rock. Local
attractions were also visited, such as Silvershell Beach
in Marion, Oxford Creamery in Mattapoisett, and the
Whaling Museum in New Bedford. For the students in
the AFS here at ORR, it was exciting to meet back up
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with their friends they hadn’t seen in a month and for,
presumably, the last time.
All in all, Mr. ORR was a night to remember, for
those from Old Rochester and from Lenoir. Between two
separate promposals and the comical show put on by the
eight ORR boys, this event won’t be forgotten by anyone
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Revisit Days
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campus or see it for the first time, and they help these
students decide where they will spend the next four
school years.
Unlike tours, Revisit Days offer students
opportunities to fully experience life at Tabor. They sit in
on classes, attend chapel, sit at panels, attend an activities
fair, and meet teachers, students and coaches.
Anne Gardiner, chair of the History Department
and the faculty member in charge of the chapel, notes that
Revisit Days are part of the “second phase” of students
selecting schools.
After receiving all of their acceptances, the eighth
graders who visit Tabor are trying to discern which school
is best for them.
“When you initially tour Tabor,” said Gardiner,
“you hear someone describe our facilities and our
programs and you are dependent upon your guide’s
interpretation of what you are seeing.”
This is, of course, a good first step, but Revisit Days
“allow you to embed yourself in the Tabor experience.”
It helps prospective students decide if the community is
right for them as they meet the kinds of students and the
people they’d be living with at Tabor and experience the
classes they’d be taking.
“Revisit Days show off our best Tabor,” said
Conan Leary, a history and economics teacher. “It allows
prospective students to see the community in full action.”
In the end, Leary said, it’s all about the Tabor
students and how “helpful, sociable, and welcoming”
they were to new students.
Lulu Ward, a senior and Head Tour Guide, agreed.
She was on a panel about student life and said that
sharing all her favorite parts of Tabor was “incredibly
fun.”
Students were in charge of much of the day, as
each visiting eighth grader was assigned a freshman
or sophomore host. Head tour guides helped organize
the day, show families around, and take groups from
place to place. All captains or club leaders were present
at the Activities Fair, helping students learn about the
extracurricular activities that Tabor offers.
What is often not so apparent is how much Revisit
Days does for current Tabor students and faculty. Revisit
days are a way to “articulate who we are and why we love
being together,” said Gardiner.
“We are undergoing cycles of change,” said
Gardiner. “The current freshmen were new to Tabor
months ago, and now they’re welcoming the future class
in. You can already see how much they’ve grown in one
year.”
As the seniors prepare to leave and prospective
students decide if Tabor is right for them, the school
continues the constant process of growth and change.
Opening Week of Sports Hammered By Cancellations
ORR Sports Update
By Patrick Briand
This was scheduled to be the first full week of Old
Rochester spring sports, but Mother Nature moved a
good deal of the planned action to a later date. Snow on
Monday and Tuesday, as well as heavy rain on Thursday,
led to a number of games and meets being pushed back,
most to the April vacation timeframe and early May.
However, both the girls’ lacrosse and tennis teams began
their seasons with big victories over Bishop Stang.
Baseball: The Bulldogs’ first official games were
scheduled for this week, as they planned to start off with
Coyle-Cassidy on Monday, but the game was postponed
to Thursday due to snow, and then canceled due to
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rain. On Friday, the boys were supposed to face Bourne
at home, but that game was also pushed back as the
field remained too wet to play on. This week, the guys
will play Fairhaven High at Pope Park in Acushnet on
Monday followed by a quick turnaround for a home game
against Seekonk on Tuesday.
Softball: The girls were set to be home to begin
their season on Monday against the Lady Warriors of
Coyle-Cassidy; however, the game was pushed back to
April 21 due to snow. On Wednesday, their game against
the Lady Spartans of Bishop Stang was also canceled
because of poor field conditions. The make-up date
has not been determined. This week, the girls will face
Fairhaven at home on Monday, and then gear up for a
pair of road games against Seekonk on Tuesday and nonconference Diman Voc on Friday.
Boys’ Lacrosse: The Bulldogs’ one game last week
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After holding the lead throughout, the girls saw the Lady
Spartans close up on them, but they held on to win 9-8
in a nail-biter. Sophomores Maggie Adams and Maddie
Cooney had two goals apiece, as did senior Sarah Ryan.
The girls also won their Saturday make-up game against
Dartmouth 13-8 to start their season off perfectly. This
week, the Lady Bulldogs will play Apponequet on the
road on Tuesday and Bourne at home on Friday.
Boys’ Track: The Bulldogs’ season was supposed to
begin against Wareham on Thursday, but continued poor
conditions canceled the face-off. This Thursday, the ‘Dogs
will finally open their season when they run against the
non-conference Durfee Hilltoppers. On Saturday, many
runners will participate in the SCC relays at Seekonk
High.
Girls’ Track: The Lady Bulldogs hoped to kick
things off at home against Wareham on Thursday, but
the after-effects of the snowstorm pushed the meet to a
later date. The girls will travel to Durfee to begin their
season this Thursday. Most of the team’s athletes will be
in Seekonk on Saturday to run in the SCC relays.
Boys’ Tennis: The Bulldogs’ sole planned match
this week was versus Pope John Paul II on Wednesday,
but due to poor court conditions, the match was pushed
back to May 5. This Tuesday, the boys will play Bourne at
home before going to Hastings Middle School to play the
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Girls’ Tennis: The girls’ first match of the week was
supposed to be an away match against Pope John Paul
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afternoon to play non-conference Bishop Stang where
they earned a 4-1 win, with No. 2 and 3 singles players
Olivia Bellefeuille (Sr.) and Sophie Church (Jr.) topping
their opponents. The doubles pairing of junior Emma
Collings and freshman Delaney Pothier won both their
matches 6-1, and the pairing of juniors Katelyn Bindas
and Alexis Parker took both of their match-ups 6-2. The
Lady Bulldogs will be down on the Cape to play Bourne
on Tuesday before returning to play Fairhaven High on
Thursday.
Below are the overall spring team records, followed
by the conference records in wins, losses, and ties as of
April 10.
Baseball: (0-0-0)(0-0-0); Softball: (0-0-0)(0-0-0); Boys’
Track: (0-0-0)(0-0-0); Girls’ Track: (0-0-0)(0-0-0); Sailing: (00-0)(0-0-0); Boys’ Lacrosse: (0-1-0)(0-0-0); Girls’ Lacrosse:
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Gerard F. Cusick Jr. of Rochester passed
away on Thursday, March 31st 2016 surMildred Perkins Cummings, 84, of
rounded by his family.
South Dartmouth, passed away peacefully
He was married to the love of his
on April 10, 2016 at Sippican Healthcare
life, Susan Cusick for 43 years. He had
Center in Marion, Massachusetts. She was
two daughters, Meagan Bennett of Rochpredeceased by her beloved husband, Richester and Rebecca Cusick of Acushnet. He
ard Hudner Cummings in June, 2015. Mrs.
taught them to cook, drive and tried on
Cummings is survived by her children,
many occasions to teach them to golf. His
Sean X. Cummings of Tiverton, Rhode
life was complete when presented with his son-in-law, Emmit
Island, Katherine Cummings of Walpole, Massachusetts,
Bennett. Finally he was joined by someone who could respectMichael Cummings and his wife Suzanne of Mattapoisett,
fully drive and golf.
Massachusetts, and Shawn Cummings and his wife Jenny of
In life, he most enjoyed preparing a meal for his famBurlington, North Carolina. Her four grandchildren, Katelyn,
ily, grilling on the back porch, playing golf, drinking a glass
Patrick, Claire and John Cummings, will miss her dearly.
of red wine, being on time, reading, and heckling. His sense
Millie, born in Fall River, Massachusetts, was the
of humor was quite unique. He found what the rest of the
daughter of the late Francis J. Perkins and Mary Lannigan
family referred to as “Cusick jokes” uproariously hilarious;
Perkins, and sister of the late Michael Perkins and Dorothy
while laughing out loud the rest of the room would most times
Sisson. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy and Brywonder what they missed.
ant University. Millie devoted her life to her family and the
He took tremendous pride in his two grandsons Camservice of others. Millie especially loved children and voluneron and Evan Bennett. He was an amazing grandfather, father
teered and worked at Schwartz Rehabilitation Center touching and supportive husband. As eldest brother he leaves behind
the lives of hundreds of youngsters for more than thirty years.
6 siblings: Jacqueline Avery (Kennesaw, GA), Judith Neimi
She volunteered with her husband in organizing the local
(Wareham), Phillip Cusick (South Dartmouth), Peter Cusick
community to serve at the Market Ministry Shelter in New
(North Dartmouth), Michael Cusick (Fairhaven) and Regina
Bedford where her efforts to cook and serve blessed the lives
Halpern (Kennesaw, GA).
of those in need.
Born in Brookline to parents Gerard F. Cusick and
She was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church
Jacqueline Adair (both deceased). He was proud to belong
and a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in South Dartmouth
to the first graduating class of Bishop Stang High School in
since 1966. In her younger years, she enjoyed singing and
1963. He later worked to complete his BS from Bridgewater
playing guitar at St. Mary’s with her friends.
State University in 1999. He worked for Polaroid Corporation
Millie eagerly shared her knowledge, talent and skills in New Bedford, MA for 36 years.
during her years volunteering as a docent at the Rotch-Jones
In death, he joins his Aunt Kay, whom he considered
Duff House in New Bedford. She enjoyed antiques, decorating a second mother, his close friend, Jack Pedro and the many
and gardening.
fellow soldiers with whom he proudly served our Country in
She was a selfless person who was happiest when
the Vietnam War.
helping others. She was an avid gardener who shared her
Visiting hours will be Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 3
designs and implementations of beautiful gardens with friends - 6:00 p.m. at Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 2599
and family. “Millie’s lilies” will forever live in the hearts and
Cranberry Highway (Rt. 28), Wareham. A graveside service
gardens of many.
with military honors will be Monday, April 18, 2016 at Mas
Family and friends are invited to call at the Saunders- sachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Avenue, Bourne at 11
Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park Street, New Bedford,
AM.
on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Fisher House
and may attend her Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s
Foundation, which provides military families housing, close to
Church, 783 Dartmouth Street, South Dartmouth on April
a loved one, during hospitalization. www.fisherhouse.org
15, 2016. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, 2233
Robeson Street, Fall River. In lieu of flowers, memorials may
If you have a notice you would like to have included in
be directed to Schwartz Center for Children, One Posa Place,
the Milestone section, please contact our office at: 508
Dartmouth, MA, 02747. For directions and guestbook, please
758-9055, by fax at 508-758-4845, or by email at office@
visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
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Local Cable Programming
PUBLIC ACCESS
Comcast Channel 9
Verizon Channel 36
Thursday April 14, 2016
7:00 AM Creating Cooperative Kids
8:00 AM Deutsche Welle - Global 3000
8:30 AM Deutsche Welle - Focus on Europe
9:00 AM Expedition New England
9:30 AM The Chico and Bman
10:00 AM Eat Well Be Happy
10:30 AM Living Healthy with the Women in You
11:00 AM The Community Chat
11:30 AM Southcoast Matters
12:00 PM Movie
1:30 PM Navigating the Way for Seniors
2:00 PM Senior Spot
2:30 PM 30 Medical Minutes
3:00 PM Just Coolin’
4:00 PM The Registers Report
4:30 PM The Rochester Historical Society
Presents - Collecting Deer Antlers with Gifford &
David Lawrence
5:30 PM Deutsche Welle - Euromaxx
6:00 PM Deutsche Welle - Focus on Europe
6:30 PM Upper Cape Tech Presents Careers Carpentry
7:00 PM White House Chronicle
7:30 PM Voice of the Southcoast
8:00 PM Get Connected with Conn Jackson
8:30 PM Sidewalks Entertainment
9:00 PM Penny Dreadful’s Shilling Shockers
11:00 PM Reeling - The Movie Review Show
11:30 PM Investigators Of The Unknown
Check www.orctv.org for the latest updates to the schedule.
10:30 PM Money Matters TV
11:00 PM Life Matters
11:30 PM Music and the Spoken Word
Reeling - The Movie Review Show
Wicked Housewives on Cape Cod
Painting Journeys
Investigators Of The Unknown
Saturday April 16, 2016
6:00 AM Saturday Morning Cartoons
8:30 AM The Childrens Corner
9:00 AM Sci-Fi Journal - April
10:00 AM Sidewalks Entertainment
10:30 AM The Collective Chat
11:00 AM The Mario and Dennis Show
11:30 AM Expedition New England
12:00 PM ORR Boys Basketball vs Carver
1:00 PM ORR Boys Basketball vs Apponequet
2:30 PM 4 Deep Sports
4:30 PM The Folklorist
5:00 PM Link TV World Music
6:00 PM What’s Linda Cooking
6:30 PM Cooking With Marie - Indian Cuisian
7:00 PM The Steve Katsos Show
7:30 PM Investigators Of The Unknown
8:30 PM Garage X
9:00 PM Penny Dreadful’s Shilling Shockers - I
Bury The Living
11:00 PM Europe In Concert
Sunday April 17, 2016
6:00 AM Second Coming Church
7:00 AM New Testament Church of Cedarville
8:00 AM Music and the Spoken Word
8:30 AM Community Baptist Church
9:00 AM Life Matters
9:30 AM First Congregational Church of
Rochester
11:00 AM Deutsche Welle - Global 3000
11:30 AM Deutsche Welle - Tomorrow and Today
1:00 PM In The Fight
2:00 PM The Commonwealth Report - Martha
Coakley
2:30 PM First Congregational Church of
Rochester
4:00 PM Senior Spot
4:30 PM Navigating the Way for Seniors
5:00 PM Southcoast Matters
5:30 PM Physician Focus
6:00 PM Sippican Historical Society Oral History
7:00 PM ORR Hall of Fame - Women in Sports
at ORR
8:00 PM ORCTV Visits Connecting For Change
2013
8:30 PM ORCTV Presents - Cranberry Harvest
2013
9:00 PM Upper Cape Tech Presents Careers
9:30 PM The Register’s Report
10:00 PM Legal Ease - Trusts
Monday April 18, 2016
7:00 AM Painting Journeys
8:00 AM Perils for Pedestrians
8:30 AM Storytime at Carver Memorial Library
9:00 AM Take it to the Auction
9:30 AM Language of Business
10:00 AM Living Healthy With The Women In
You
10:30 AM Navigating the Way for Seniors
11:00 AM What’s Linda Cooking
11:30 AM Melissa’s Menu
12:00 PM Movie - They Came From Beyond
Space
1:30 PM The Garage with Steve Butler
2:00 PM The Song 2:30 PM Just Coolin’
3:30 PM Wicked Housewives on Cape Cod
4:00 PM Off the Shelf
4:30 PM 30 Medical Minutes
5:00 PM Living Healthy With The Women In
You -Transformative Handwriting
5:30 PM Melissa’s Menu
6:00 PM What’s Linda Cooking - Philly Cheese
Steak Sloppy Joe Style
6:30 PM Navigating the Way for Seniors Home Safety for Seniors
7:00 PM The Fox Robbins Business Show
7:30 PM Legal Ease - Estate Planning Basics
8:30 PM Expedition New England
Presents - Collecting Deer Antlers with Gifford and
David Lawrence
11:30 PM The Mario and Dennis Show
Tuesday April 19, 2016
7:00 AM First Congregational Church of
Rochester
8:00 AM Language of Business
8:30 AM The Register’s Report
9:00 AM What’s Linda Cooking
9:30 AM Melissa’s Menu
10:00 AM The Collective Chat
10:30 AM Off the Shelf
11:00 AM Painting Journeys
12:00 PM Movie - This is the Army
2:00 PM In The Fight
3:00 PM Southcoast Matters
3:30 PM Sippican Historical Society Oral
History
4:30 PM Senior Spot
5:00 PM Physician Focus
5:30 PM Eat Well Be Happy
6:00 PM Language of Business
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
11:30 PM
The Register’s Report
Money Matters TV
Reeling - The Movie Review Show
The Folklorist
Sidewalks Entertainment
Sci-Fi Journal
Investigators Of The Unknown
Deutsche Welle - Euromaxx
Deutsche Welle - Focus on Europe
Wednesday April 20, 2016
7:00 AM Saturday Morning Cartoon Festival
8:00 AM The Chico and Bman
8:30 AM Childrens Corner
9:00 AM Storytime at Carver Memorial Library
9:30 AM The Folklorist
10:00 AM Sippican Historical Society Oral History
11:00 AM The Garage with Steve Butler
11:30 AM Garage X
12:00 PM Movie - Destroy All Planets
1:30 PM Perils for Pedestrians
2:00 PM Deutsche Welle - Tomorrow and Today
2:30 PM Deutsche Welle - Global 3000
3:00 PM Sci-Fi Journal
Presents - Collecting Deer Antlers with Gifford and
David Lawrence
5:00 PM The Sippican Historical Society
Presents - The Mary Celeste
5:30 PM Voice of SouthCoast Women
7:00 PM Sippican Historical Society Oral History
8:00 PM ORR Hall of Fame - Women in Sports
at ORR
9:30 PM 4 Deep Sports
11:00 PM From the Other Side
MARION GOVERNMENT
Comcast Channel 95
Verizon Channel 39
Daily Schedule
7:00 AM Marion School Committee - April 6,
2016
9:00 AM Marion Conservation Commission March 23, 2016
11:30 AM Marion Planning Board - April 4, 2016
1:30 PM Marion Board of Selectmen - March
22, 2016
3:30 PM Marion School Committee - April 6,
2016
6:00 PM Marion Board of Selectmen - March
22, 2016
7:00 PM Marion Master Plan Forum - March
21, 2016
8:30 PM Marion Planning Board - April 4, 2016
9:45 PM Marion Conservation Commission -
March 23, 2016
ROCHESTER GOVERNMENT
Comcast Channel 95
Verizon Channel 40
Daily Schedule
7:30 AM Rochester School Committee - April 7,
2016
10:00 AM Rochester Planning Board - March 8,
2016
12:30 PM Rochester Candidates Night 2016
1:00 PM Rochester Board of Selectmen March 29, 2016
3:00 PM Rochester School Committee - April 7,
2016
5:30 PM Rochester Board of Selectmen February 29, 2016
7:30 PM Rochester Planning Board - March 8,
2016
EDUCATION CHANNEL
Comcast Channel 97
Verizon Channel 37
Daily Schedule
8:00 AM
2016
9:55 AM
at ORR
10:35 AM
10:45 AM
Meeting
11:00 AM
11:10 AM
12:15 PM
1:30 PM
2016
1:55 PM
3:25 PM
3:35 PM
4:30 PM
Meeting
4:35 PM
Meeting
4:50 PM
2016
5:15 PM
6:45 PM
7:35 PM
7:45 PM
7:55 PM
24, 2016
ORR Budget Meeting - March 21,
ORR Hall of Fame - Women in Sports
TV Production Studio PSA’s
Sippican School 4th Grade Town
Sippican Arts in Action Interviews
FORM Choral Concert 2016
FORM Instrumental Concert 2016
ORR Senior Superlatives Red Carpet
ORR Senior Superlatives Gala 2016
Sippican Arts in Action
Sippican Arts in Action Part 2
ORR Senior Superlatives Red Carpet
ORR Senior Superlatives Gala 2016
Sippican School Dr. Seuss 2016
Sippican Arts in Action Interviews
TV Production Studio PSA’s
ORR Joint School Committee - March
MATTAPOISETT GOVERNMENT
Comcast Channel 95
Verizon Channel 38
by J.P. Toomey
SHERMAN’S LAGOON
Friday April 15, 2016
7:00 AM Fast Forward - Neal Stephenson
7:30 AM The Song - Kevin John Allen
8:00 AM Sippican Historical Society Oral History
9:00 AM Senior Scene
9:30 AM Physician Focus
10:00 AM 30 Medical Minutes
10:30 AM Take it to the Auction
11:00 AM Going Deeper
11:30 AM B Green Project
12:00 PM Movie
2:00 PM Legal Ease
2:30 PM The Language of Business 3:00 PM The Fox Robbins Business Show
4:30 PM Deutsche Welle - Tomorrow and Today
5:00 PM Deutsche Welle - Global 3000
5:30 PM The Garage with Steve Butler
6:00 PM Garage X
6:30 PM What’s Linda Cooking - Philly Cheese
Steak Sloppy Joe Style
7:00 PM The Collective Chat
8:30 PM The Mario and Dennis Show
9:00 PM
9:30 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
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Middleboro company that supplied fire engines to most of
the area’s fire departments. Howard T. Smith, firefighter
and author from Wareham, will present the program.
Smith is a second-generation fire fighter who grew
up in West Wareham and spent much of his young life
around the West Wareham Fire Station where his Dad
was captain. He joined the fire department as soon as
he was old enough. Choosing fire fighting as a career,
he attended college to get his degree in fire science. He
has been a fire fighter for a number of departments and
is currently with the Cambridge Fire Department. He
also teaches at the Massachusetts Fire Academy. Having
grown up in this area, he became very familiar with
Maxim Motor Company of Middleboro and spent much
of his time fighting fires with Maxim fire trucks. He has
written two books on Maxim fire apparatus. As a result of
his extensive research, Smith has become an expert on the
company and gained the title of “Mr. Maxim.”
The current display at the museum features the
History of the Rochester Fire and Police Departments. If
you haven’t seen it, come early and check it out.
The meeting is at the East Rochester Church/
Museum, 355 County Road, at 7:00 pm. All are welcome.
Refreshments will follow the program.
ORR Senior Event Schedule 2016
The following schedule is provided to help you
plan for the end of year activities for seniors at ORR High
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Movie Review
Star Tours
By Rob Gonsalves
www.robsmovievault.com
Elstree 1976. With David Prowse and Jeremy Bulloch.
Directed by Jon Spira. Running time: 101 minutes.
A friend of mine collects Star Wars action figures,
including custom-made figures of the more obscure
characters, and likes to have the figure “cards” signed by
the actors who played the obscure characters. I was with
him at a local convention when he got an autograph from
a guy who played, I think, some Imperial commander
(I’m sure he’ll correct me if I’m wrong). People like that
actor are the focus of Elstree 76, a documentary about the
bit players, masked heavies, and helmet-wearers who
added texture to the tapestry that was the first Star Wars
film. Extras, of course, have been the subject of other
projects, including Ricky Gervais’ show of the same
name, but the extras from any Star Wars movie, it seems,
have the edge over any other extra. Thirty years from
now, nostalgic fortysomethings will stand in line to get
autographs from the guy who played the stormtrooper
who bled on Finn’s helmet in The Force Awakens.
A crowdfunded effort from director Jon Spira,
Elstree 1976 is largely a matter of talking heads, some
of whom are more interesting than others. Most of the
budget probably went to the rights to use clips from
Star Wars that illustrate where, exactly, in a crowded
frame a particular X-Wing pilot is, a nonspeaking role
whose portrayer dines out on it to this day. At least the
X-Wing pilot had his face on camera. Many others didn’t,
including Paul Blake as Greedo, the green goblin who
infamously shot first in George Lucas’ 1997 second draft
of the dust-up between him and Han Solo. (The clip used
here is the “special edition” Greedo-shoots-first version.
If you have no idea why that’s an issue with fans — and
there’s no reason you should — Elstree 1976 might not be
for you.)
Spira’s biggest “get” is David Prowse, who wore
the helmet and cloak of Darth Vader (James Earl Jones
provided the voice). Prowse could probably anchor a
documentary of his own, since his odd career straddles
many fandoms (he worked for Stanley Kubrick and Terry
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Gilliam, played
the Monster in two
Hammer Frankenstein
films, and appeared
on Doctor Who,
Hitchhiker’s Guide
to the Galaxy, and
Benny Hill). Like
all the others here,
he seems amiably
resigned to having Star Wars on his gravestone, though
there’s apparently no love lost between him and Lucas.
The second biggest name here is Jeremy Bulloch, the
man under Boba Fett’s helmet (he’s the only one from
The Empire Strikes Back, making his sections of the
documentary Elstree 1979). Most of you would recognize
neither man if you tripped over him, yet they both make a
living from signing at conventions for starstruck acolytes.
A note of discord is struck when Angus MacInnes,
probably the most steadily working bit player to come
out of Star Wars, sends some darts of resentment towards
those who work the autograph circuit without having
received a screen credit for the film. (He played Gold
Leader, in case you were curious; I wonder if my friend
has his autograph.) Mostly, though, the folks in Elstree 76
(including a lone woman, Pam Rose, who played an alien
woman in the cantina scene) are friendly and grateful for
the opportunities their glancing brush with film history
has afforded them. They seem happy to bring some joy
to fans, and I suppose it’s better to have been Third Rebel
Soldier on the Right in Star Wars than to have been Third
Civilian Casualty on the Left in Batman v Superman.
All these people are part of something larger
than themselves, and so someone like Garrick Hagon
(who played Luke Skywalker’s mostly-edited-out friend
Biggs Darklighter) has something in common with, say,
Harrison Ford, although Ford will never need to make
ends meet by signing posters in hotel meeting rooms.
None of them, including Ford probably, had any idea
that the thing larger than themselves would become so
large as to dominate multiple industries. But so it has,
and so here we are, living in a Star Wars world where the
already-hyped Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is coming this
Christmas, and perhaps the extras in that film will want
to have a long cold look at this documentary and their
futures.
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School.
Thursday, May 12: Senior Breakfast; first block;
location TBA. All seniors will be in Block 2 classes.
Teachers: If a senior is absent from Block 2, please send
their name to the main office.
Monday, May 16: Locker clean-out/inspection
day for seniors during homeroom. Homeroom will be
extended for five minutes. Seniors must return all library
books and out-of-season athletic equipment, and all
outstanding obligations regarding fees and parking tags
must be settled at this time.
Wednesday, May 18 and Thursday, May 19: Last
two days of classes for seniors. Teachers should complete
“Student Holds” for any outstanding equipment (books,
calculators, etc.). Holds should be submitted to the main
office by May 25 at 11:00 am. Any holds after that time
should be placed in Mike Devoll’s mailbox. We will not
use “Sign-Out” sheets this year.
Thursday, May 19: Senior Picnic. Seniors will
be dismissed at the end of Block 2. Yearbooks will be
distributed during picnic.
Friday, May 20 through Thursday, May 26: Senior
final exams will be held in their classrooms. Please report
on time for all exams. Students who miss exams will
be expected to make that exam up during Thursday’s
makeup period. The order of blocks will be different for
all students on May 24 and 25. Students late to a final
exam will not be admitted. Students need permission in
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advance from the principal to take an exam during the
makeup sessions.
Tuesday, May 31: Promenade (line up at 4:15 pm) &
Senior Prom. Doors open at 6:30 pm; dancing until 11:00
pm.
Thursday, June 2: Graduation rehearsal at 9:00
am. Senior Awards Night: Ceremony begins at 7:00 pm.
Students arrive by 6:00 pm (gown only; do not bring
caps). Students are to park at the Junior High School and
report to the auditorium. This program will be held in the
gymnasium. Attendance is mandatory unless excused by
the Principal. We encourage all students to invite their
parents to this special senior event. Please press gown and
wear for Senior Awards Night.
Welcome Back!
Spring Hours
Wednesday - Sunday
11am - 8pm
Join us Sunday, May 8th for the
10th annual Women’s Fund Tiara 5k
Register at womensfundtiara5k.com
Hiring cooks & daytime counter help.
Call or stop by.
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Tri-Town Police Logs
MARION
Log highlights April 3–April 10
• Tucker Ln – EMS/medical
• Joanne Dr – Vandalism/past
• Village Dr – Vandalism/past
• County Rd – MV collision
• Route 195 East – MV accident
• Point Rd – MV accident
• Wareham Rd – MV accident
• Green St – Noise complaint
• South St – Health/welfare
• Wareham Rd – Officer wanted
• Mill St – MV accident
• Sparrow Ln - Fraud
• Wareham Rd - Disturbance
• County Rd – Follow up investigation
• Water St – Vandalism/past
• Front St – Officer wanted
• Water St – Follow up investigation
• Spring St – Follow up investigation
• Washburn Park Rd - Fraud
• Wareham Rd - Fraud
• Mill St - Disturbance
• Ichabod Ln - Fraud
• Allen St – EMS/medical
• County Rd – MV accident
• Mill St – EMS/medical
• Spring St – EMS/medical
• Front St – EMS/medical
• Hiller St – B&E/past
• Shawondasse Rd – Health/welfare
MATTAPOISETT
• Bayberry Ln – Parked car/hit & run
• Church St – Health/welfare
• Church St – 911 call
• I195 West – Domestic disturbance
• Dexter Ln p Threats
• I195 West – MV accident
• North St – MV lockout
• Tara Rd – Ambulance request
• Old Brandt Island Rd – Restraining order
• Main St – Ambulance request
• Old Brandt Island Rd – Follow up
• Oliver’s Ln – Ambulance request
• Shaw St – Harassing phone calls
• Main St – Health/welfare
• Lynfield Ln – Summons service
• County Rd – 911 call
• Tara Rd – 911 call
• Marion Rd – 911 abandoned
• Church St Ext – Health/welfare
• Shaw St - Trespassing
• Marion Rd – Assist other agency
• Barlow Ln - Complaint
• North St – Summons service
• County Rd – Larceny/forgery/fraud
• County Rd – MV lockout
• Lynfield Ln – 911 abandoned
ROCHESTER
• Lady Slipper Trl - Lockout
• Mattapoisett Rd – Firearms violation
• Mattapoisett Rd – Firearms violation
• Dexter Ln – Officer wanted
• Mendell Rd – Suspicious activity
• Briarwood Ln – Ambulance request
• New Bedford Rd - Lockout
• Robinson Rd – MV accident
• Old Tuck Bog Rd – MV accident
• Mendell Rd – MV accident
• Hartley Rd – MV accident
• County Rd – Assist other agency
• Rounseville Rd - Lockout
• Marion Rd – Officer wanted
• Snipatuit Rd – Suspicious MV
• North Ave – Ambulance request
• Robinson Rd – MV accident
• Burgess Ave – Assist citizen
• Neck Rd – Assist citizen
• Mendell Rd – Animal control
• High St – Assist citizen
• Gifford Ln – Fire/other
• New Bedford Rd – Restraining order
• Wareham Rd – Officer wanted
• North Ave – Health/welfare
• Winters Way - Trespass
• Rounseville Rd – MV accident
by Stephan Pastis
PEARLS BEFORE SWINE
by J.P. Toomey
SHERMAN’S LAGOON
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Dress code for senior events: Dress code for Senior
Awards Night, Senior Assembly, and Graduation: No
jeans, shorts, or sneakers. Gentlemen should wear dark
pants, a collared shirt with tie, and shoes. Ladies should
wear appropriate dress and shoes. In addition, no
sunglasses or purses will be allowed.
Friday, June 3: Senior Last Assembly from 9:15 10:38 am in the gymnasium. Block 1: 7:38 - 8:20 am, 42
minutes; Block 2: 8:26 - 9:09 am, 43 minutes.
Seniors are to arrive and report to the auditorium
no later than 8:30 am. Gowns, no caps, are mandatory.
Proper footwear and dress is to be worn. Underclassmen
will leave belongings in Block 2 classroom or locker.
Saturday, June 4: Graduation at 12:00 pm. Students
Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunday, May 8th, 9-2:30
Reservations recommended
“Congratulations
Matt!”
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TriTown Happenings
David Smith of the Rochester Land Trust
recently accompanied Randy Mickley, a
USDA Wildlife disease biologist, as he
checked live mammal traps set in Marion
and Rochester as part of the Cape Cod Oral
Rabies Program. The goal is to establish
a vaccine barrier in Plymouth County to
prevent reintroduction of rabies to Cape
Cod.
Two raccoons were caught in Rochester and
three in Marion. Three fisher cats and a
red fox were trapped in another Plymouth
County town and were tested for rabies and
released along with the other animals at
a mobile station set up at Myles Standish
State Forest.
Rabies vaccine packets will be distributed
in the wild the week of April 18. Those
wishing to volunteer should contact Brian.
Bjorklund@ahis.usda.gov. Photos courtesy
of David Smith
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arrive at school at 11:00 am. Students are to park at the
Junior High School. Report to gym to pick up flowers.
Attendance is mandatory unless excused by the Principal.
If an indoor graduation is required due to inclement
weather, seniors are to report to the library.
Graduation Ticket Information: There will be six
graduation tickets issued to each graduate. Students not
needing six tickets are asked to let Mrs. Durocher know so
that these additional tickets may be used by other families
who have additional seating needs. Families needing
more than six tickets should contact Mrs. Durocher on
May 19 to make their request known. Additional tickets
will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. With an
outdoor graduation, unlimited seating is available on a
The Tri-Town’s Newest Auto Repair Facility
508 Sport & Luxury Inc.
79 Marion Road, Route 6, Mattapoisett
Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6:30, Sat. 8:30-4
508-758-7875 • Walk-ins Welcome
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costly Auto Repairs?
Then Call Us!
•Tune Ups
•Check Engine Lights
•Computer Diagnostics
•Suspensions
•Brakes
•Sales
•Finance
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Second Location: 1288 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford
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TriTown Happenings
A group of ORR High School, Junior High, and Sippican
School students were invited to the 2016 New England
“Lights, Camera, Action” TV/Film Conference at Millis
High School on April 6. Sippican School 5th grade “Cub
Reporters” Ana Noone (left) and Rosie Lally (right) attended
a workshop by Fox 25 Meteorologist Sara Wroblewski
(center) who gave the girls insight on careers in meteorology,
science, and broadcasting. Photo courtesy of Frank Noone
From the shore at Brainard Marsh, we spotted these two
harbor seals lounging on the rocks in the middle of the
Weweantic River estuary. Photo by Jean Perry
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first-come, first-serve basis.
Alewives Anonymous Chowder Supper
Alewives Anonymous, Inc. (AA) will host its
annual meeting and quahog chowder supper for
members, guests and others interested in the world of
alewives (herring) on Sunday, April 24 at 5:00 pm in the
Rochester Grange Hall, 205 Hartley Road, Rochester.
Guest speaker will be Mr. James Holden who will
present a program about The World of the Taxidermist.
Reservations are required. Please make your reservations
with Arthur F. Benner, 319 Cushman Road, Rochester MA
02770, telephone 508-763-2024. Deadline for reservations
is Wednesday, April 20.
There is no charge for the supper for members
whose dues are paid up, members who renew their
annual dues ($10), or new members joining ($10);
otherwise, the charge is $5 per person. New members are
always welcomed.
AA, The Herring Helpers, is a nonprofit
organization dedicated to the preservation and increase of
the alewife fishery resources in the Mattapoisett River and
the Sippican River in the towns of Rochester, Marion and
Mattapoisett. Alewives Anonymous, Inc. is also involved
with monitoring the alewives population using electronic
fish counting equipment and other efforts and projects to
enhance their numbers and to improve their environment.
We invite you to please join and help support our
efforts.
The Landscaper’s Choice
Honest yards, at honest prices
100% northern bark mulch
Compost
Loam
Stone
Organic Weed Control
Fertilizers
Sunnynook Farm
32 Neck Road, Rochester
508-763-5405
M-F 8-5, Sat 8-4, Sun closed
Mattapoisett Friends Meeting
Mattapoisett Friends Meeting has now raised more
than $187,000 towards its $245,000 goal for the restoration
of its historic 1827 meetinghouse on Route 6. Work is
expected to begin soon.
The total amount raised includes the town
of Mattapoisett’s contribution of $82,000 from the
Community Preservation Fund for which the Friends are
grateful.
The next fundraising event is a Spring Sale planned
from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm on Saturday, April 30. Donations
from the public would be helpful, but electronics can not
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SALOME’S STARS
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) It isn’t always
easy for the rambunctious Aries to give a second thought to their often spur-of-the-moment
choices. But aspects favor rechecking a decision before declaring it final.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Information
emerges for the business-driven Bovine who
feels ready to restart a stalled project. Be
prepared to make adjustments as needed at any
time during the process.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Part of you
wants to complete plans for an upcoming event,
while your other self wants to see how things
develop first. Compromise by moving ahead
with your plans while being open to change.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) An unexpected
change in a relationship could open up a
problem or could lead to a much-needed and
too-long-delayed reassessment of a number of
matters. The choice is yours to make.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Time for the Lion
to total the plusses and minuses resulting from
recent personal and/or professional decisions.
See what worked, what didn’t and why, and
base your next big move on the results.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) The
clever Virgo can make persuasion work by
presenting a case built on hard facts. Sentiment
might touch the heart, but it’s good, solid information that invariably wins the day.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You usually can win over the most stubborn skeptics on
your own. But this time you can benefit from
supporters who have been there, done that and
are willing to speak up on your behalf.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You
win admiration for your determination to do
the right thing. Don’t be distracted from that
course, despite the offer of tempting alternatives that might suddenly turn up.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December
21) While you still need to maintain control
of a dominant situation, a new development
emerges, making the task easier and the outcome potentially more rewarding.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19)
New factors might have a positive effect on a
still-pending matter, but only if the information
proves to be credible. Trusted colleagues might
be able to offer needed advice.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The
week favors moderation, especially if a health
problem is involved. Resist the impulse to do
more than might be good for you at this time.
You can catch up later.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You could
feel more than a mite upset by someone or
some people who might be creating problems
for you. Find out why they won’t change their
ways. Their reasons might surprise you.
BORN THIS WEEK: You know how to inspire
others to do their best by setting a persuasive
example of your own.
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Mowing - Bagging - Clean Ups Dump Trips
Mulch, Heavy Brush Cutting,
Chain Saw, Trees cut
Jonathan 508-758-3347
Cell 508-287-4824
be accepted. For those who wish to take part in the sale
for their own benefit, reservations for an indoor table
($20) or outdoor space ($10) can be made by calling Alan
Harris at 508-748-0098.
The church’s Quaker Missions Stamp Project will be
involved in another fundraiser in August. The Fall River
Stamp Club has asked the project to assemble a 200-lot
auction of stamps, covers and ephemera to be held on
August 20 in conjunction with its summer show. Ninety
percent of sales will go to the church, 10 percent to the
club.
Please call Brad Hathaway at 508-758-3579 if
you have donations for either event or if you have any
questions.
Saturday Service
The First Congregational Church of Marion is
excited to offer a new way of worshipping God. All are
welcome to our contemporary Saturday Service held
each week at 5:00 pm. This service uses multi-media
technology, personal reflection, prayer time, weekly Holy
Communion and contemporary Christian music. Young
children and youth are encouraged to worship together
with their families.
The mood of our services is upbeat and engaging.
Casual dress is encouraged. Song lyrics are projected on
a screen so that the congregation can join in. The Rev.
Sheila Rubdi, minister of the First Congregational Church,
Come in and enjoy one of our new specials!
Garlic Shrimp
Sauteed garlic shrimp with fresh garlic, onion, red and green
pepper................................................................................................. 10.75
Satay Beef
Beef with red & green peppers, onion sauteed in a satay sauce
(satay sauce contains peanuts) served with white rice........... 11.95
Asparagus Stir Fried with Chicken or Beef.......................... 12.25
Asparagus Stir Fried with Shrimp............................................ 13.25
Fresh Garlic Stir Fried with Asparagus
one of the following choices:
with Chicken or Beef...................................................................... 12.25
with Shrimp....................................................................................... 13.25
Dynamite Shrimp
Lightly battered shrimp in a zesty sauce.................................... 8.95
Japanese Udon Noodle Soup
Japanese udon noodle, jumbo shrimp, pork strips, pea pod, bean
sprouts and carrot............................................................................. 7.75
Calamari Rings
Breaded & served w/ Italian marinara sauce............................. 7.95
Open 7 days: Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.;
Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-10 p.m.
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LEGAL NOTICES
LEGAL NOTICES
LEGAL NOTICES
TOWN OF MARION
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
LEGAL NOTICE CASE # 722
The Marion Zoning Board of Appeals
will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2016, in the Main Conference Room
of the Marion Town House, on the application of
Dianne A. Kelley, Trustee of the Margaret A. Nye
Realty Trust, for a variance from section 5 of the
zoning by-law to allow for Minimum Lot Area,
Minimum Lot Frontage and Side Yard Set Back for
the existing house at 240 Converse Road.
The property, located is further identified on Assessors’ Plan 15 as Lot 36.
Eric V. Pierce, Chairman 4/7, 4/14
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
Dianne A. Kelley, Trustee of the Margaret A. Nye
Realty Trust, for a variance from section 5 of the
zoning by-law to allow for Minimum Lot Area,
Minimum Lot Frontage and Side Yard Set Back for
the existing house at 248 Converse Road.
The property, located is further identified on Assessors’ Plan 15 as Lots 35 & 35A.
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
Garrett Bradley, for a special permit under section
6.1.3 of the zoning by-law to allow reconstruction
and extension of an existing non-conforming accessory structure.
The property, located is further identified as 8 Park Street, on Assessors’ Plan 14 as Lot
21.
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
BOARD OF HEALTH
LEGAL NOTICE
The Marion Board of Health will
conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, April 26,
2016 at 4:45 p.m. in the Main Conference Room
of the Marion Town House on the variance request
submitted by CLE Engineering Inc. pertaining to
the property located at 406 Point Road, further
identified as Map 2, Lot 16.
The following variance is requested to
Title 5 of the State Environmental Code:
310 CMR 15.212: Depth to Groundwater
To allow the depth to groundwater to be
three (3) foot rather than the four (4) foot requirement.
Marion Sanitary Code 4.40.2: To allow
the setback to a coastal bank to be 15 feet rather
than the 100 foot requirement.
Albin R. Johnson III, Chairman 4/7, 4/14
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TOWN OF MATTAPOISETT
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday,
April 25, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mattapoisett
Town Hall on a Request for a Determination of
Applicability submitted by Lori Cotter.
The Applicant proposes to upgrade the
existing septic system to Title 5 compliance by
installing a new 1,500 gallon septic tank, 1,000
gallon pump chamber and chamber leaching field.
The work will occur within Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, Flood Zones VE
(El. 17) and VE (El. 18).
The address where the activity will occur is 4 David Street which is further identified as
Lots #10 and #11 on Mattapoisett Assessors Map
#14B. 4/14
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MATTAPOISETT
PLANNING BOARD
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Due to conflict with the Holiday,
Patriots Day, on Monday April 18th, 2016, the
Mattapoisett Planning Board has decided to move
their public hearing to Tuesday April 19th, 2016 at
7:00pm in the Mattapoisett Town Hall at 16 Main
Street, Mattapoisett, MA. Any questions, or concerns, you may contact the Planning Board directly
at 508-758-4107 ext. 215. 4/14
The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday,
April 25th at 6:30pm in the Town Hall on the Request for A Determination of Applicability submitted by Massachusetts Department of Conservation
and Recreation, PO Box 66, 194 Cranberry Road,
South Carver, MA 02366. The proposed project is
to improve existing trails at Nasketucket Bay State
Reservation. The project is located at 0 Brandt
Island Road, and is further identified as Lot 2.0 on
Assessor Map 14.0. 4/14
April 25th at 6:30pm in the Town Hall on a Notice
of Intent submitted by Town of Mattapoisett Water
& Sewer Dept., Henri Renauld, Superintendent, 19
County Rd, PO Box 474, Mattapoisett, MA 02739.
The proposed project is to install three new municipal wells and related pumping facilities at Pump
Station No. 2, off Acushnet Road. Work includes
activities in Areas Subject to Protection under the
MA Wetlands Protection Act and Mattapoisett
Wetlands Protection By-Law. The project is located
at Pump Station No. 2, 121 Acushnet Road, and is
further identified as Lot 109 on Assessor Map 21.
4/14
PLANNING BOARD
The Mattapoisett Planning Board will
hold a public hearing on May 2, 2016 at 7:00pm
in the Mattapoisett Town Hall concerning the
Amended Site Plan Application of Todd Rodrigues
regarding the proposed site improvements located
81 County Road shown as Lots 31 & 180 on Mattapoisett Assessor’s Plat 8. Complete plans are on
file in the office of the Town Clerk and may be
inspected by any interested party during the normal
business hours of the Clerk’s office. 4/14, 4/21
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
LEGAL NOTICE
The Marion Conservation Commission
will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 27,
2016 at 7:10 PM in the Town House conference
room, 2 Spring Street, on a Request for Determination of Applicability submitted by Village Way
Realty Trust, c/o David E. & Holly M. Nilson,
Trustees, (File No. 41D-1606). Over the past three
years portions of the site work has been completed
under Order of Conditions File No. SE 041-1102,
(which expired on March 9, 2016), including clearing of the wooded area, construction of the gravel
driveway, installation of permanent boulders along
the wetland and the stockpiling of fill. This Request
is for the continuation of the development of the
site previously approved.
The site is located on Holly Pond Road
and is further identified as Lots 44 & 44B on
Marion Assessors’ Map 18. Plans are available at
the Town House for review.
Norman A. Hills, Chairman April 14, 2016
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
LEGAL NOTICE
will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April
27, 2016 at 7:15 PM in the Town House conference room, 2 Spring Street, on a Notice of Intent
for Blankenship Trust LLC, to perform repairs on
existing stone/concrete abutments and to upgrade
the existing gangway and float anchor system for a
Licensed Residential Pier Facility which provides
access to Planting Island and Marion Harbor for
recreational boating, fishing and swimming at 468
Point Road.
The site is further identified as Lots 13
on Marion Assessors’ Map 2. Plans are available at
Norman A. Hills, Chairman 4/14
--------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
LEGAL NOTICE
will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 27,
2016 at 7:00 PM in the Town House conference
room, 2 Spring Street, on a Request for Determination of Applicability submitted by Sippican Lands
Trust, c/o Robin Shields, (File No. 41D-1607), to
control invasive Japanese knotweed via selective
herbicide treatment at the Osprey Marsh property
on Point Road.
The site is further identified as Lot 17
on Marion Assessors’ Map 2. Plans are available at
Norman A. Hills, Chairman 4/14
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alternates with guest preachers from the local area to lead
worshippers in this contemporary service.
Please join us each Saturday at 5:00 pm at The First
Congregational Church of Marion Community Center, 144
Front Street (rear of parking lot). In addition, each Sunday
at 10:00 am, there is a service in the Sanctuary located
at 28 Main Street. Whether you are looking for a new
church home or you just want to pay us a friendly visit,
we welcome you at each of these services. Fellowship and
refreshments follow each service.
Saturday Service guest preachers for the upcoming
weeks are as follows: April 16 - Rev. Katherine Schofield
of Wareham; April 23 - Rev. Amy Litzeg-Harken of
Mattapoisett; and April 30 - Rev. Diana Donohue.
Tabor Hosts Special Olympics Fitness Day
On Saturday, April 23, current and future Special
Olympics athletes of all ages will descend on Tabor
Academy to participate in the first-ever Tabor Academy
Special Olympics Fitness Day. Focusing on a variety
of sports and motor skill development, athletes will
visit a number of stations, each with a different sport
theme. Events will include soccer, flag football, softball,
basketball, bocce, powerlifting, gymnastics, floor hockey
and more!
Tabor student leaders, supported by faculty and
staff, are planning an action-packed morning for the
athletes across campus. They are hoping to build on the
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relationships they have created after a year of programs
aimed at young athletes and adults alike. This year, Tabor
Academy has offered weekly events for young athletes
and their families to develop skills they will need to join
the formal Special Olympics program when they are
older. They have also made a bridge to adult athletes
through the Valentine’s Day Basketball Tournament
hosted at Tabor, resulting in one of the teams making
Tabor an alternate practice site. Tabor hopes to widen
the net further and encourage even more area athletes
and families with intellectual disabilities to come out
and enjoy the day and become a part of this special
opportunity to learn more about Special Olympics. Tabor
students will be running the games, as well as sharing
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LEGAL NOTICES
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS
TOWN OF MATTAPOISETT
April 25, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall on
the Request for A Determination of Applicability
submitted by Dr. Allan E. Pineda & Mary E. Manning. The proposed project is to construct an addition to the existing home which falls within Zone
AE – Elevation 16 Special Flood Hazard Area. The
proposed addition’s finished floor elevation shall
match the existing dwelling floor elevation of 20.7
and no significant grade changes are proposed on
the parcel. The project is located at 15 North Street,
and is further identified as Lot 132 on Assessor
Map 9.
PLANNING BOARD
The Mattapoisett Planning Board will
hold a public hearing on May 2, 2016 at 7:00pm
in the Conference Room at the Mattapoisett Town
Hall located at 16 Main Street, Mattapoisett, MA,
on the application of “Brandt Point Village”.
Applicant(s) is seeking approval from the Planning
Board for modification/revision of The Sub Division Plan for Brandt Point Village. Brandt Point
Village is located at Nantucket Drive, Mattapoisett,
MA. Original plans for the project are on file at the
office of the Town Clerk and office of the Planning
Board and may be reviewed by any interested party
during normal business hours. 4/14, 4/21
April 25, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall on the
Request for A Determination of Applicability submitted by Matthew Gamache, 319 Huttleston Ave,
Fairhaven, MA. The proposed project is to replace
existing pavement with new. The project is located
at 81 Fairhaven Rd, Mattapoisett. 4/14
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Shoe Drive to Benefit Pets: A Helping Paw Humane Society needs your help to reach their goal
of 2,500 pairs of shoes. Any and all shoes & boots
welcome. All funds raised directly benefit medical
care for pets in need. Shoes can be dropped at 9 St
Margarett's St, Buzzards Bay. (Anytime, a drop box
is available.) Please help the pets reach their goal thru May 10th. ahelpingpaw@aol.com
-------------------------------------------------------Spring Cleaners
Home * Office * Rentals
Spring cleaning all year round!
Call Samantha 508-245-9806
-------------------------------------------------------St. Jude Novena
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world
now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for
us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St.
Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. (Say your
request here.) Say this prayer 9 times a day for 9
days. On the 8th day your prayer will be answered.
It has never been known to fail. Publication must
be promised. S.W.W.
-------------------------------------------------------STORE / OFFICE, for lease, 92 North St, high
visablity and traffic immediately off I-95, 800 sf,
$1100/mo great exposure,. Call 508-758-9481
-------------------------------------------------------Summer Rental Crescent Beach
Nice family house.Cozy 3 br.house,close to
beach,sunny living room,large yard,cableTV, WIFI,
a/c in bedrooms.No smoking, no pets.
Available June and August 13-27. Contact mar_
hic@msn.com or 617-413-9126.
-------------------------------------------------------Summer Rental Mattapoisett: Antassawamock
Compound - Mattapoisett Neck Rd. Unobstructed
water & sunset views. Private surroundings - fully
furnished including 3 bed rms, 3 decks. Available:
June 26th thru September 2016. $1400/wk & security. Please contact Jim Hanna 508-881-4536
-------------------------------------------------------The Lawncutter
Providing service for new lawn mowing accounts,
clean-ups, mulching, pressure washing, and dump
runs. Fully insured local business for 8 yrs. Please
call 720-422-4164. Matt.
-------------------------------------------------------To Do List Specialist
Get your list done
Home/Business repair & maintenance
Call Lee Lombard reg & insured 508-207-3949
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TOWN OF MARION, Department of Public
Works, is currently accepting applications for a
Grade 5C Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant
Operator. This is a full-time union position. Applications are available at the Marion DPW Office
located at 50 Benson Brook Road in Marion or
send resume to Marion DPW, P.O. Box 1050,
Marion, MA 02738. Applications/resumes will be
accepted until April 28, 2016.
-------------------------------------------------------TOWN OF MARION
VOLUNTEER HELP WANTED
MARION AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
The Town of Marion seeks an interested volunteer
to serve on the Marion Affordable Housing Trust
(MAHT). The MAHT meets twice each month
and its mission is the creation and preservation of
affordable housing in Marion.
Applications to serve are available at the Board
of Selectmen office and on the Town of Marion
website at http://www.marionma.gov/Pages/index.
Please submit a letter of interest or completed application to the Marion Board of Selectmen, Two
Spring Street, Marion, MA 02738 by Friday, April
29, 2016.
-------------------------------------------------------Two Men and a Dump Truck available for cleaning
out yards, houses, barns, attics. Downed trees/
storm clean-up. Hedge and Tree Trimming. Call
508-992-4021 or cell 508-525-0248. Insured.
-------------------------------------------------------What a Find! Consignment is looking for furnishings to add to its inventory. We are in need of quality, clean items from a pet and smoke free home.
Call us for details. 508-997-0166
-------------------------------------------------------WINTER RENTAL MARION VILLAGE
2016-2017; Walk to Tabor; 3 BR Cape 1.5 baths;
$1300/month + utilities. Also, 1 BR cottage $800/
month + utilities; Require first, last and security
deposit; Non-smoking; No pets; Go to www.homeway.com (property numbers: 44085 or 209708);
Call Gael 508-331-3425
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Tundra
by Chad Carpenter
Place your classified ads
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Frank’s Small Engine Repair
15 Years of Experience
Snow Blowers Repaired
Chainsaw Chain Available
Chain Saws • Trimmers • Lawn Mowers etc.
Serving All Your Outdoor Power Repair Needs
Frank Viera Owner/Technician
Call Ahead 508-965-8134 • Acushnet, MA
some of their non-athletic passions by providing some
musical entertainment and maybe even exposing the
athletes to their creative side through some craft stations.
Tim Cleary and Lauren Boucher, Tabor faculty, are
handling logistics so that everyone has a role to play in
the success of the day! Tabor Academy invites the public
to join in the action. Come out and join the morning
fitness walk around Marion Center, with stops at the
Fire House and Bicentennial Park, and meet some of the
inspiring athletes. Stay to cheer them on as they meet
challenges around several different stations where they
will focus on skills related to soccer, flag football, softball,
basketball, bocce, powerlifting, gymnastics, floor hockey
and more!
Tabor Academy and Special Olympics hope you
will join them in enjoying a beautiful spring day with our
extended communities, sharing activities we all enjoy in
common.
Schedule of Events:
9:00 am: Arrival and Registration at 232 Front Street,
Marion, MA at the Flagpole
10:00 am: Warm-up Fitness Walk around Marion Center
(public welcome to join the walk)
10:30 am: Sports Skills Stations
11:30am: Lunch for Registered Athletes and Fans
Interested athletes and families should visit
www.specialolympicsma.org/taboracademy for more
information and to register.
United Energy Oil
Home Heating Oil • Diesel Fuel
Automatic Delivery (same price)
24 Hour Delivery
24 Hour Burner Service
Major Credit Cards Accepted
Friendly, Old Fashioned Service
Owner Operated
508•990•1676
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Norm Demers
Quality Interior Painting
Local 30+ Yrs. Exp.
Fairhaven - 508-997-7651
-------------------------------------------------------Office space available at The Captain Hadley
House in Marion. Fabulous location, High
Visibility, Plenty of Parking. 600 sq ft on 3rd fl
with two distinct work areas. Central AC and
heat. $17/sf/yr. Call Kate 508-858-9014.
-------------------------------------------------------PAPA'S LAWN CARE
Spring Cleanups, Chain Saw, Dump Runs,
Weekly/BiWeekly LawnCare, Mulching, Woods
Manicuring, Projects, Etc. Please call or email for
all your landscaping needs.
IMPECCABLE REFERENCES, FAIR
PRICES & QUALITY WORK!
PapasLawnCare@hotmail.com
Michael Papadakis (508)802-2665
-------------------------------------------------------Paul's Paint
Interior and exterior painting and small carpentry
jobs. Honest and reliable with ten years experience.
Call Paul at 508-961-7350
-------------------------------------------------------Oxford Creamery hiring daytime
counter help and cooks.
Drop by or call 508-758-3847
-------------------------------------------------------Pacheco’s Landscaping
Commercial and residential lawn maintenance
new lawns, weekly cutting, aerating, dethatching
rolling, Bobcat service, clean ups 508-717-5126
-------------------------------------------------------Penny Pinchers Exchange Consignment
Designer Labels - Children's and Men's Clothes
Household & Linens
Come Shop & Save 39 Main St, Marion Village
Wed 10-4 - Sat 10-1
-------------------------------------------------------Perkins Quality Construction
General Contractor-Additions & Remodeling
Windows-Siding-Trim-Decks-Repairs
Fully Licensed & Insured - Call Andy
Cell: 774-929-0008 - Office: 508-758-4342
Email: Andy@perkinsconstructionma.com
-------------------------------------------------------QUIET AND BRIGHT OFFICE SPACE IN
MARION FOR RENT
(perfect for at-home business and tired of hoping
the kids don’t make noise)
Post and Beam Construction
One Room is 14 X 13, One Room is 8 X8
Immediately Available (508) 245-4518
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PLAY "LEFT RIGHT CENTER" @ THE PONDEROSA!
April 16, @ 7:00pm. To benefit the Rochester
Woman's Club scholarship fund.
Info: 508-763-4748
-------------------------------------------------------PORTRAITS
Book your date before they're gone.
www.springstreetphotography.com
Call 857-488-4425 Fairhaven
-------------------------------------------------------Pottery Barn Indoor/Outdoor Rug - marine blue
& cream pattern. Used one summer in bedroom.
Paid $430. Sell $250. 508-758-3910
-------------------------------------------------------POWER WASHING
Cleans all types of siding and shingles
Also specializing in siding & shingle replacement
Free estimates-Insured
Michael Clancy 508-758-4392
-------------------------------------------------------Q i g o n g
F u n d a m e n t a l s
Seeking Marine Canvas & Upholstery Department Leader
Full Time / Year Round
5 years experience in marine canvas and upholstery
Design, Pattern, Build, and Install
Custom Marine Canvas Products
Project Management and Team Leadership
Drivers License Required
To see detailed job description and apply go to
www.hardingsails.com
Mondays
8a - 9a
Tuesdays 8a - 9a
Tuesdays
5:15p - 6:15p
Thursdays
8a - 9a
Fridays
8a -9a
Plus! Qigong Organ Purification
Thursdays
5:15p - 6:15p
off the mark
by Mark Parisi
Tundra
by Chad Carpenter
Drop in for $15 or buy a Class Pass
Mattapoisett Wellness Center/Anchor Yoga
76 County Road
508-542-9022
www.anchoryoga.com
-------------------------------------------------------RACE REAL ESTATE 508 748 0479
Yearround Rental 1BR./ 1&1/2 BA. Wareham waterviews, Direct access to the Weweantic river,
full basement, well cared for ranch. $1000. P/
Mth. www.raceonline.com
-------------------------------------------------------Retail-Office Rental, If visibility is important,
this location, 92 North St, is for you. 800sf, with
door side parking. $1100/mo Call 508-758-9481
-------------------------------------------------------Squeaky Clean Window Services
30 years experience. Let the professional do the
work. Free estimates 508-994-9796
cell 508-542-7106
-------------------------------------------------------Sailboat to enjoy this summer
1992 Point Jude 16' daysailer for only $2550.
Sails, motor and boat all in very good condition.
Also comes with a trailer. 508-758-2326.
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-------------------------------------------------------Seeking new owners to care for my much loved
home at 317 Converse Road, Marion.
Built by a native sea captain, my home holds
the wamth and charm of historic architecture and
place, while having the advantage of solar electric,
and gas fired domestic hot water and heat. EPA
certified wood stove capable of heating the whole
house, enhanced by a snug attic insulated w/rigid
foam.
An extensive yard bordered in full by a
N.E. stonewall has plenty of room for gardens,
animals and children with a special cabin/artist's
studio whose loft opens to a deck overlooking the
back woods.
Please call 774-454-7541 to visit and see for yourself a home you might also love.
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Fans are welcome to join the Fitness Walk, starting
at 232 Front Street (at the Flagpole) progressing up Spring
Street toward Sippican School (No registration necessary).
Stay after to cheer on the athletes in their contests back on
campus at three field locations.
Theatre One Seeks Actors For Next Season
Theatre One Productions located in Middleboro
is seeking male actors in the 30s to 50s age range for
next season’s productions of Steven Dietz’s play Paragon
Springs, which is adapted from Ibsen’s Enemy of the People
and confronts the enduring issues of pollution, cover-ups,
whistle-blowing, greed, populism, social responsibility
and personal integrity, and Adam Bock’s The Receptionist,
a twisted comedy.
Audition requirements include a headshot and
resume, a prepared one-minute comedic or dramatic
monologue, and a reading from the script. Auditions will
be held on Monday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 26 at 8
Benton Street, Middleboro from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Please
call 1-774-213-5193 to set up an appointment.
Eversource Begins Springtime Aerial Inspections
To help ensure the reliability of the region’s
transmission system, Eversource is conducting
comprehensive aerial inspections of electrical equipment
on local rights-of-way this week.
Eversource will be surveying hundreds of miles
of transmission lines from a helicopter equipped with
heat-sensing, infrared scanning technology that can
detect potential equipment issues before they occur.
While conducting these patrols, the helicopter may need
to hover over equipment for a period of time if closer
inspection is necessary.
Inspections will be done Monday, April 11 through
Friday, April 15, weather permitting from 7:00 am to 5:00
pm. Patrols start in Walpole and work north and west.
Line patrols in Southeastern MA, including the South
Shore and Cape Cod, will be conducted during the second
half of the week. The aircraft used will be a white Jet
Ranger with blue stripe, registration is 37WA.
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Mattapoisett
Modern, sunny, 2 bdrm, carpet. Overlooking golf
course, off-street parking. Non-smoker, no dogs.
Lse, dep, $1,050.00/mo.
508 287-2550
MELINDA EATON
DRAPERY WORKROOM
custom home and marine interiors
blinds, shades, drapes, cushions and more
508-758-9404 or email melindaeatondrapery@
gmail.com
-------------------------------------------------------Mendoza Masonry
All Types of Masonry
Brick, Stone, Block, Cement, Walls
Walkways, Chimneys, Chimney Sweep
Free Estimates - Fully Insured
508-441-9849 Nixon Mendoza
-------------------------------------------------------Mike's Trash Removal
A Great Job At A Great Price
Mike Desrosiers 508-999-4258
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Moving? Two men and clean enclosed truck for
hire. Licensed and insured local and long distance
moving. $85./hr. D.P.U. #29374.
(508)992-4021 or cell 508-525-0248
-------------------------------------------------------Mowing - Bagging - Clean Ups - Dump Trips
Mulch, Heavy Brush Cutting, Chain Saw, Trees
cut - Jonathan 508-758-3347
Cell 508-287-4824
-------------------------------------------------------MIKE’S APPLIANCE - Sales and Service - Experienced with all brands. Also available evenings,
weekends and holidays.
Call Mike Healy at (508) 748-2557
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Peanizles
by Don Mathias
-------------------------------------------------------MATTAPOISETT
Studio Apt - Ned's Pt Rd - Carpet - Yr Lease
Covered garage space - no pets - no smokers
$675/month - call 774 271 0196
-------------------------------------------------------Mattapoisett Year round clean, one bedroom, all
new windows, appliance, lg. yard deck, gas heat.
No pets/smokers. First, last & security $800. per
month. Call 508-763-5631
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Art of Fairhaven Exhibition & Call for Art
Art On Center proudly presents its 4th annual
“Art of Fairhaven” art exhibition and is now accepting
entries. Share what is special to you about Fairhaven:
historic architecture; your school or church; the waterfront
and more. Whether you grew up here, went to school
here, or came to our town later in life, show your love of
Fairhaven with art in any media. Juried cash prizes, all
ages are welcome, and there is no residency requirement.
The opening reception is Saturday, April 30 from
1:00 to 4:00 pm, with light refreshments and a talk by the
Whitfield/Manjiro Friendship Society at 2:30 pm. The
exhibition runs through May 28.
Artwork must be delivered to Art On Center, 15
Center Street, Fairhaven by April 27, accompanied by
entry form and fee. For more information and entry form,
email us at info@artoncenter.org or call 774-206-1709. Art
On Center is a 501(c)( 3) nonprofit organization.
Sippican Lands Trust Annual Meeting
The Sippican Lands Trust (SLT) will host its Annual
Meeting on Thursday, May 5 at 5:30 pm at the Marion
Music Hall. All people are welcome and encouraged to
attend to learn about our intended Boardwalk Project that
will allow access to nature to everyone, including persons
with disabilities, physical limitations and families with
children of all ages.
In keeping with the SLT’s mission to offer access
to Marion’s preserved open spaces, “The Osprey
Project - Building Trails to Community Wellness,” is
an exciting new project to bring our whole community
closer to nature. Designer Peter Jensen from Creating
Trail Experiences – Peter S. Jensen & Associates, LLC and
Engineer Scott Hobson from Caputo & Wick, LTD will
present designs for our proposed 1,800 foot boardwalk
and viewing platform at our beautiful Osprey Marsh
property. A brief business meeting will be conducted prior
to the presentation.
The Sippican Lands Trust is a nonprofit
organization founded in 1974 with the mission to acquire,
manage and protect natural areas in Marion for the
benefit of the public. Currently, the SLT protects 1,350
Capt. Bonney’s
Creamery & Food
258 New Bedford Rd.
Rochester, MA
Open Daily 11-8
54 Flavors of Hard & Soft Ice Cream
Hot Dogs - Paninis - Lobster Rolls
Soups & much more!
774-218-3586
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I BUY TOOLS & FISHING LURES
Retiree buys machinist, automotive & woodworking tools to fix & resell to keep busy.
Call Rusty 774-206-6298 or 781-789-0672
-------------------------------------------------------Indoor Yard Sale Knights Hall
57 Fairhaven Rd Mattapoisett. Hall full of misc.
items. Saturday, April 16th 9am to 1pm
-------------------------------------------------------JNJ WOODWORKING
Custom Furniture and Furniture Repair
864 Mill Street
Marion MA
Open Sundays 10am til 4pm
And by Appointment
John Nadeau
508-344-6103
-------------------------------------------------------John's Residential Window Washing
Tel# 508-990-1946 - Cell 508-264-4258 References, Call Anytime
-------------------------------------------------------LAUNCH DRIVER
for spring, summer and fall
Must have Coast Guard license or the ability to get
one. Call Toby at Burr Brothers Boats, Marion
508-748-0541
-------------------------------------------------------L.B.P. Interior & Exterior
Power Washing and Painting Services
Affordable, Clean & Reliable
Free Estimates - 15 Years Experience
Call Loring (508) 933-4990 - References Available
-------------------------------------------------------Location, location, quaint 2bdrm 2nd floor apt for
lease in Mattapoisett Village. Private porch, waterview, accross from beach and harbor. Washer/dryer
on premises, no pets or smoking. $1600.00/mo,
1st, last and security required. Call 508-207-6077
-------------------------------------------------------Looking for a dog trainer in Fairhaven
I have a three year old border collie/lab mix who
is amazing and smart. But, I've had a difficult time
training him to walk with me, or to come when I
call. He is awesome, and I know with training he
will be the perfect dog. I just need some help.
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Loon Mountain Village Family Resort
Summer weekly rentals - 5 bedrooms, 3 baths
fully equipped townhouse, clubhouse with pools,
jacuzzis, tennis, maid service. Attractions nearby waterpark, theme parks, summer theatre. No pets.
Prime weeks still available (Sun. - Sun.) $1,975.
978-821-0840
-------------------------------------------------------LOST: Liberty F8 Prescription Sport Sunglasses
in the Nasketucket Forest or surrounding towns of
Mattapoisett, Marion or Fairhaven.
Black with grey trim on the sides. REWARD offered. Please call or text Bill at 508-846-7019
-------------------------------------------------------MASON offers Quality Work at Reasonable Prices
Chimneys, Steps, Walkways, Stonewalls,
Stone Veneers, etc. New or Restoration.
Chimney Cleaning
Local. Joe Fleurent 508-858-9875
-------------------------------------------------------KW Powerwashing & Painting
Book all your vinyl siding cleaning now
508-997-2892
-------------------------------------------------------Math Tutor
Grades 5-11. Specializing in Algebra 1, 2 and
Geometry. Retired ORRJHS Math Teacher with 35
years experience. Tom Grondski 758-6219
-------------------------------------------------------Mattapoisett 1 BR apt for lease available now.
2 miles from the beach, close to highway. $1050/
mo. You pay utilities. 1 mo. sec.deposit, references & background check. 508-758-3623
-------------------------------------------------------Mattapoisett Furnished Condo - School Year
Rental: 9/16 - 6/17 3 bdrms - king bed (1st floor),
queen bed, twin beds, sofa bed (2nd floor), 2.5
baths - 2 en suite, open concept living room and
kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters and
island, gas stove; gas fireplace; office with built-in
desks and piano; hardwood floors; screened porch;
garage; community pool; trash/lawn care/snow
removal included. $1800/month & utilities
Contact:lynnebarker08@gmail.com
or 508-380-0733
-------------------------------------------------------Mattapoisett Village 3month rental avail May 1st.
Small one bedroom apt in private home. Perfect for
single. $795/mo No smoking or pets. 508-7583931
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Don’t forget to wish these people
a Happy Birthday!
Craig Collyer
Joan Noyer
Palmeda Daggett
James Moran
John F. Fedak
Marc Duval
Dick Gonneville
Meg Hughes
Molly Richards
Tom Aleks
Brent Lestage
John Oldham
Kelsey Callahan
Betty Lee Owen
Danny Hartley
Elizabeth Owen
Paula Franco
Shawn Marie Sweet
Mark Hathaway
Verna Reed
Danny Savery
Janine Price
Mary Duryea
Rowan Caulkins
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member, please submit your information online to us at www.wanderer.com. To submit
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person’s name (month and day) along with
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confirm the information to Birthdays, c/o The
Wanderer, P.O. Box 102, Mattapoisett, MA
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acres of open space. All SLT properties are open to the
public for the enjoyment of recreational pursuits. The SLT
continues to acquire new properties; however, its current
focus is to open more public trails on our properties and
expand our community outreach programs and events to
nature lovers of all ages.
The Marion Music Hall is located at 164 Front
Street. Parking is available. Refreshments will be served!
We hope to see you there!
Please do not hesitate to contact SLT Executive
Director Robin Shields at 508-748-3080 or online at info@
sippicanlandstrust.org if you have any questions.
Mattapoisett Recreation
Mattapoisett Recreation is accepting registrations
for the following spring programs:
Fitness, Fun and Games at Center School Fields/
Gymnasium: Open to children ages 3-5 years. This
program encourages young children to be active and
expend some energy in fun and creative ways. A great
way to meet new friends while having fun! Saturdays:
9:00 - 10:00 am; Dates: April 30 – June 11 (no class
Memorial Day weekend); Cost: $40. Registration deadline
is April 15.
Fencing at Center School Gymnasium: Join us for
a four-week session and learn the language and the art of
fencing. En guard! Monday evenings: Ages 7-9 years, 6:00
- 7:00 pm, Ages 10-12 years, 7:00 - 8:00 pm; Dates: May
2-23; Cost: $80. Registration deadline is April 28.
MattREC Gymnastics & Tumbling Classes at Old
Hammondtown School: Open to Ages 5 & up; Fridays:
4:15 - 5:15 pm and 5:15 - 6:15 pm; Dates: April 29 – June
10. Registration deadline is April 25.
Spring Tennis Lessons will be held at the
Hammond Street courts. Wednesdays: Ages 5-8 years,
5:00 - 6:00 pm, Ages 9 & up, 6:00 - 7:00 pm; Dates: May 4 –
June 6; Cost: $80. Registration deadline is April 26.
Registration for our Summer Camp program
Seahorse Explorers is also open. Join us for fun-filled days
including games, crafts, tennis lessons, swimming lessons,
free swim, trips to the library, and other fun field trips
throughout the summer. Each week has a different theme
Beaver Tree Works
We keep your property safe and looking good
SAFETY • QUALITY • PRICE
Tree Removal • Trimming
Clearing • Stump Grinding • Mulch
Certified Arborist
Celebrating
23 Years
Fully
508-763-5008
Insured
All major credit
Free Estimates
cards accepted
Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Leave it to Beaver
and activities. Program runs June 27 - August 12, Monday
- Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Early drop off and late pick
up available. See our website for more information and
weekly themes.
Registration is available online at www.mattrec.net
or email MATTREC at mattrec@mattapoisett.net or phone
508-758-4548.
Mattapoisett Harbor Payments
All harbor bills have been sent out. If you provided
an email address last year, your bill was sent by email.
All other bills were sent out by regular mail. If you have
not received your bill, please stop by the Town Clerk’s
Office or give us a call at 508-758-4100 ext. 2. Harbor
Simply Massage
“You Deserve a Massage”
Lori Pinard LMT
$45 for 1 hour - $5 off for first time clients
Gift Certificates Available
508-415-9875
34 Barstow St. Mattapoisett
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Neck Pain
WWW.NAPAONLINE.COM
2 Main Street, Acushnet
508-995-6272
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Fairhaven Coal Co.
* Premium Anthracite - Pea, Nut, Rice, or Stove
* Pick-up or Delivered * Bulk or Bag
Tony Lopes: 508-990-0011 * Cell: 508-965-6018
Answering Machine Pick-up After Fourth Ring
Now taking orders for immediate delivery
-------------------------------------------------------Family Cleaning
We clean all type of houses (Reg.Homes,
Rentals,Offices etc)
Flexible Schedule, Free Estimate
Call: Katherine Hernandez
617-785-8163
Familycleaning.com
HOME AND YARD CLEANUPS
General Home Maintenance
Landscaping & Mowing
Brush & Tree Removal
Reasonable, Reliable with References
(ins) 508-971-8248
-------------------------------------------------------Guida’s Cleaning
Portuguese Style, Home, Office & Boat Interiors
508-287-7947, 774-202-5510
-------------------------------------------------------Home For Sale By Owner
Mattapoisett Contemporary Ranch
on a (.50 acre) double corner lot
$319,000
1720 Sq ft ~ 3 bedrooms, 1 bath
Title 5 certified
For details or private showing by appointment
Email: Itashmoo@comcast.net
Subject line: Mattapoisett Estate
-------------------------------------------------------House Rental Wanted: Working family of three,
3 BD in the tri-town area. Non-smoking, no pets,
references available. Call 774-258-2355
-------------------------------------------------------I am looking for a house to buy that is in need
of repair/renovation.
-------------------------------------------------------FED UP WITH HAM
& EGG CARPENTRY?
For good old fashioned quality at reasonable
prices, call the "Old Master Craftsman,"
R. Scott Armbruster. 508-758-2891
-------------------------------------------------------Fhvn 2 bdrm fit for for working married couple or
1 working person. Elec/water incl. front porch &
backyard. Close to all amenities. No smoking, No
pets. $1150/ mo. Call 508-965-9803
-------------------------------------------------------FOR SALE
32' Brownell Bass Boat
Serious inquiries only please
508-667-9622
-------------------------------------------------------Gilbert St Fairhaven - waterview
Fully furnished house
508-997-7867
-------------------------------------------------------Gomez Landscaping
Spring Clean-up & yard maintenance
Oscar Gomez 774-417-3713
-------------------------------------------------------Gutter Clean
Gutter Repair
1-508-584-4232
-------------------------------------------------------HELP WANTED
THE INN ON SHIPYARD PARK IS HIRING
ALL POSITIONS!
FRONT of HOUSE - Servers, Bartenders,
Bussers, and Host.
KITCHEN - Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers experience preferred
Apply Within
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I am looking for a small to medium sized house
that is in poor to very poor condition, but not a
teardown
I have money to purchase and want to learn how
to rebuild a house through personal experiance as
well as fund my college.
I can prove my funds if requested to, if it looks
like we can make a deal. I can only purchase a
single house now. Perhaps I can purchase your
house if you want or need to sell it. I need to be
careful and selective. I need to be able to make
money as I am using it for my college. If you sell
to me, I will pay cash and quickly if you wish or
take more time if you prefer that. My offer will
depend on the extent of the repairs it needs. I may
be able to help you and you may be able to help
me. If you are interested
call Ben at 774-328-7038
or email at: sesher22@gmail.com
-------------------------------------------------------Kent McCormack Photography
Weddings and Creative Portraits
e-mail:Kent McCormack@gmail.com
web:Kent McCormack Photography.com
phone:508-758-8290
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bills are due on May 25. An FYI to small boat owners:
The Harbormaster has decided to sell assigned spaces
for kayaks, canoes and small boats at Town Landing and
the Town Dock. The cost for the sticker, which entitles
you to a reserved space for your small boat at one of
these locations, is $50. Come in soon as there are is a very
limited supply of spaces available.
Dog Licensing Reminder
In accordance with state law, all dogs in
Mattapoisett are required to be licensed annually before
April 1. If you have not done so, please stop by the Town
Clerk’s Office between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday
through Friday to purchase your dog license(s). You may
also pay online on the Town of Mattapoisett’s website,
www.mattapoisett.net. Click on “Online Payments” then
“Town Clerk’s Online Payments” icon. You can also mail
us a check or put it in the drop box around the back of
the Town Hall. As long as an updated rabies certificate is
on file, we will mail the license out as soon as we receive
a payment. A late fee of $10 will start on June 1. Call 508758-4100 ext. 2 to check on the status of your dog’s license
or rabies certificate.
Annual Town Meeting & Election Info
The last day to register to vote for the Annual Town
Election and the Annual Town Meeting is Tuesday, April
19. The Town Clerk’s Office will be open until 8:00 pm for
voter registration on that day. The Annual Town Meeting
will be held in the auditorium at Old Rochester Regional
High School on Monday, May 9 beginning at 6:30 pm. The
Annual Town Election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17.
The polls will be open from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm at Old
Hammondtown School which is located at 20 Shaw Street.
If you have any questions regarding the upcoming Town
Election or Town Meeting, please call the Town Clerk’s
Office at 508-758-4100 ext. 2.
able to take pictures, climb on, and sit in various trucks,
tractors, and equipment. Fire trucks, ambulances, police
cruisers, bulldozers and more will all be on hand to get an
up-close look. Free cookout for all attendees and free hard
hats distributed to all attendees 13 and under.
RLT Electronics Recycling Event
The Rochester Land Trust will hold an Electronics
Recycling Event in conjunction with the Women’s Club
at the Rochester Women’s Club, 37 Marion Road on
Saturday, April 23 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
There will be a $25 charge for TVs larger than 27
inches, a $20 fee for TVs under 27 inches, and a $15 fee
for laptops and monitors. The company that does the
recycling assesses these fees.
But the good news is all other household
electronics, computers, computer components, metal
items and kitchen appliances are free! Of course, RLT
always gladly accepts donations to help with its goal of
saving special places in Rochester.
So take the time to clean out the sheds, the garage
and the attic and bring those broken and unwanted
electronics that have been weighing you down and get
rid of them in an environmentally sound way. Consider
this your Earth Day (or Month) good deed. For questions,
please call 706-675-5263. See you and your unwanted
electronics on April 23.
Free Equipment Fun Day for Kids
Marion Recreation will once again offer Kids
Equipment Fun Day on Saturday, May 7 from 11:00 am to
2:00 pm at Washburn Park in Marion. Attendees will be
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-Brandon's Tree Service & Landscaping- Professional Tree Trimming and Removals - 50' Bucket Truck, 10+ Years Experience - Bobcat Service, Full Landscaping -Land Clearing, Lawn Mowing, Power Washing-Thorough Yard Cleanups, Mulching - Stone Walls, Patios - FULLY INSURED - Firewood, Snow Plowing Estimates -Work year roundCall Jeff at 508-232-9949
COUNTRY MASON
Wayne Therrien
Bricks, Stones, Concrete, Aluminum Rails &
Chimney Sweeping, Bob Cat Service, De-ice gutter
Lic & Ins. 40 yrs experience. 508-763-4586
-------------------------------------------------------CRANBERRY INDOOR FLEA MKT.
OPEN 9-5.....Every Fri., Sat. & Sun.
23,000 sq. ft. of Antiques, Collectibles,
Vintage Toys, Glassware, Militaria & more.
3065 Cranberry Hwy., Wareham, MA
Two full levels of treasures for everyone!
Room for more vendors. Call 774-634-6364.
-------------------------------------------------------CUTE VERY SMALL MATTAPOISETT CENTER HOME FOR RENT
Walk to beach and wharf. One year lease.
Available May 1st. No pets. No smoking.
$950/mo. unfurnished.1st, last and deposit. Reference required. (508)245-4518
-------------------------------------------------------DEER-PROOFING
Deer eating your landscape plants?
Our organic spray service can help.
Roseland Nursery Acushnet 508-995-4212
-------------------------------------------------------DUMP RUNS AND CLEAN UPS, ODD JOBS,
LAWN / YARD CARE, GREAT PRICES
CALL STEVE @ 508-758-2608
-------------------------------------------------------DUMP RUNS and MORE Any cleanup, yards,
houses, attics, apts, etc. Oil tank and boiler
removal call Cliff 508-472-8539
-------------------------------------------------------Electrician Eric Cordeiro lic#e51465. For good
work & reasonable price,24hr service,5% of
seniors, big & small jobs,free estimates, Will call
back same day or 5% off. Call #5089954496.
-------------------------------------------------------Get rid of that pesky stump
Including select tree removal
Dick’s Stump Grinding 774-202-0935
-------------------------------------------------------ESTATE SALE
Furniture and household goods
Saturday April 23rd 9:00 to 2:00
40 Pleasant, Marion MA
-------------------------------------------------------Fairhaven $730 mo plus utilities 1br private apt
on lower level w/d nice neighborhood. Ideal for 1
adult. 1 yr lease no smoking/no pets.508-997-8666
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services for your home or office - and thorough
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(774) 360-1975 / solandongo@gmail.com
-------------------------------------------------------Cleaning Services
Will meet all of your cleaning needs all year
round.
Please call Sarah for free estimate at
774-929-0534
-------------------------------------------------------Cleaning Services
Will meet all of your cleaning needs all year
round.
Please call Sarah for free estimate at
774-929-0534
-------------------------------------------------------Complete Home Repair
Repairs, Painting, Carpentry, Tiling
Kitchen/bathroom renovations
40 years experience
HIC #184523
410 382-4442 (cell)
-------------------------------------------------------Cottage for rent Crescent Beach
2Bedroom,2Bathroom $1000wk
see cpfitzgerald.com
pvfitzg@aol.com
561-968-2769
508-364-0316
-------------------------------------------------------Cut grass & trim
Reasonable prices
Carlos 508-287-3429
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Spring Soccer Skills Program
Mariner Youth Soccer Association is offering a
Spring Soccer Skills Program for boys and girls ages 4-8.
The program is run by Michael Devoll, Head Coach of the
Boys Varsity Soccer Team at Old Rochester Regional High
School. The program will run from May 7 to June 11 from
9:00 to 10:00 am on Saturday mornings. The cost is $50
and the program will be run at the Mariner Youth Soccer
Fields in Fairhaven, behind Lifestyles Plaza on Route 6.
Sessions will include a half-hour practice and a half-hour
game. All participants will receive a Mariner T-Shirt.
If interested, please email Michael Devoll at
coachmikedevoll@gmail.com.
Florence Eastman Post 280
The Florence Eastman Post 280 will hold its April
monthly meeting at the Post Hall on April 20 at 7:00
pm. This meeting will serve as our Annual Meeting as
well (after many delays and cancellations). Maximum
attendance is needed as we have many issues to review
and act on. Hope to see you all there! Thank you!
LWV Candidates’ Meet and Greet
The Tri-Town Area League of Women Voters’
Annual Candidates’ Meet and Greet/Town Warrant
Review will be held on Sunday, April 24 from 1:00 - 3:00
pm at the Mattapoisett Free Library. Attending candidates
will be given time to formally introduce themselves
as well as talk about their experience, credentials and
reasons for running. This event offers an opportunity for
candidates to interact with the people of Mattapoisett in
an informal setting. Light refreshments will be served.
If you have any questions, please call (508-758-6051)
or email (kriseastman1@gmail.com).
Discover Vernal Pools with the MLT
Vernal pools are a vital breeding habitat for resident
amphibians and invertebrates such as wood frogs, spotted
and blue-spotted salamanders, and fairy shrimp. The MLT
is once again offering an introduction to vernal pools and
instruction as to how to certify them through a field trip
on a Land Trust property.
On Saturday, April 16 at 1:00 pm, we’ll meet near
the MLT’s Woodcock Preserve on Long Plain Road. The
Woodcock Preserve vernal pool was certified previously
with the Commonwealth, but it is one of the largest
and most productive vernal pools in Mattapoisett, so
it offers a wonderful location for exploration. The state
forms for certifying vernal pools will be provided so
that participants can learn how to properly complete the
forms for the Commonwealth’s Natural Heritage and
Endangered Species Program. This will be a wonderful
opportunity for parents and children to learn together
about the wetlands of Mattapoisett and what they can do
to protect them for future generations.
The exploration is free and open to all, including
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454 Wareham St., Rt. 6, Marion
508-748-1777
Spring into Something New...
Home Decor and
Seasonal Plants Arriving Daily
We deliver local & out of town
“Experience the Difference”
residents of other towns. We’ll meet on Long Plain Road
at 1:00 pm. Those who are uncertain of the location can
meet at Dunseith Gardens, the Seahorse property, at
12:45 pm and the group will be led to the exploration.
Please wear appropriate clothing including rubber boots.
For more information, call 774-377-9191 or email info@
mattlandtrust.org.
Earth Day for Buzzards Bay Expo
The Buzzards Bay Action Committee invites you
to its fourth annual Earth Day for Buzzards Bay Expo
on April 23 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Fairhaven
Senior Center on Route 6 near Stop & Shop. Adults and
children alike will enjoy a wide variety of interactive
exhibits and demonstrations on local and sustainable
activities for a healthy lifestyle that benefit you and the
planet! Learn what you can do to protect Buzzards Bay
and its inhabitants, including us. Exhibits this year will
feature information for adults and children about the
National Marine Life Center in Bourne that rescues sick
and distressed seals and sea turtles, beekeeping featuring
a live bee hive, gardening for pollinators, toxin-free
cleaning, kayaking, ecological landscaping, and lots
more at our fourth annual Earth Day for Buzzards Bay
Expo event! Food will be available from How on Earth in
Mattapoisett, and there is no charge to attend.
For more information, please contact your Buzzards
Bay Action Committee member at your Town Hall or call
Nancy Moore MSW, LICSW
Psychotherapist
nmoore1@comcast.net
Specializing in adults, couples, families and geriatrics
Offices in Marion and Bridgewater
Accepting all insurances including Medicare
Marion
Bridgewater
508-748-2331
508-697-9722
Fax: 508-279-0094
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1980 Bristol 40 full keel rig. Garmin GPS/Plotter, Raytheon radar and VHF radio. Refrigeration
Adler/Barbour. Lewmar self tailing winches and
windlass. Hood sails main, 110, 130, 150 and cruising spinnaker. Westerbeke 40 diesel engine, dodger
and bimini. Plus all safety equipment and much
more. Boat is in Marion, MA and is in excellent
condition. I am the second owner and have sailed
"Claddagh" with my family for 30 years.
$57,000. 508-789-9018
-------------------------------------------------------1998 Toyota Corolla for sale - $2,000
102,000 miles; good condition
call 508-450-4841
-------------------------------------------------------2013 Forest River Rockwood Roo 23SS $16500
Hybrid travel trailer in excellent condition, many
extras including hitch, cover, electric tongue jack
No smoke or pets. Rochester 774-294-3126
More information listed at www.rvtrader.com
-------------------------------------------------------ADR Lawn & Landscape
508-951-8795
Lawn Maintenance, Mulch Beds, Clean Ups, Tree/
Shrub Trimming, Patios, Walkways, Cobblestone,
Stone Driveways, New Lawn Installation, Mulch
Delivered, & more!
Fully Insured - Free Estimates
-------------------------------------------------------All Types of Alterations
Men's - Ladies - Children
IT'S SEW EASY
Tailoring by Mario Luzza
265 Wareham Rd, Marion
(508) 748-6500
-------------------------------------------------------An Experienced Floral Designer Wanted FT/
PT. Min. 3 years experience. Knowledgeable of
flowers & design, flexible schedule, creative, &
energetic. Email your resume to info@alwaysinbloommarionma.com
APPLIANCE REPAIR
Washers, Dryers, Stoves & More
508-954-5277
-------------------------------------------------------Art Lessons: Fox Run Studio offers Private
Instruction in all mediums. Children and adults,
coastal watercolors, commissions accepted.
508-758-9240
-------------------------------------------------------Artists & Crafters
Looking for a space to display your unique items?
Call 508-291-7871 to discuss options
-------------------------------------------------------ATLANTIC PROPERTY SERVICES
Jeremy Lafferty 508-287-4338
jeremyrlafferty@yahoo.com
SERVICING ALL YOUR PROPERTY NEEDS
Spring Cleanup, Landscaping, Dump-runs, Painting, Powerwashing, Carpentry, General Maintenance, Complete Home Repair,
Interior & Exterior Work, Cleanouts, Moving &
Storage, Installation of Multimedia Systems
- No Job Too Small FREE ESTIMATES - FULLY INSURED
ACCEPTING ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS
-------------------------------------------------------Bee Zee Babe Landscaping
Spring is here, soon we’ll be out there!
Let me help you keep your yard lookig beautiful! Give this girl a chance! I can do clean ups..
weeding..mulching..mowing and more! Stephanie at 574-540-3688 or beezeebabe@gmail.com
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-------------------------------------------------------A-Z HOME RENOVATIONS/REPAIRS:
Carpentry-Paint-Tile-Mason-Wood Siding-FloorsDecks-Repl. Windows-Doors-Roof-Drywall-Outdr
Showers/Garden Structures. No Job Too Sm. 29
Yrs Exp 508-758-4413 H 508-951-8433 C
-------------------------------------------------------Beautiful views from this 3 bedroom waterfront
home on Crescent Beach, Mattapoisett. Available
June, 7/2-7/9, 8/6-8/27 Call 617-212-7445
-------------------------------------------------------Car Storage
Short/Long Term Indoor Car Storage, Located in
Marion, $150 per Month, Call Mike (508)802-2665
-------------------------------------------------------Bobcat Loader Services,Backfilling,Grading
Hydroseeding of Lawns
Stump Grinding,Brush Mowing
Roadways repaired, potholes,Base Material
Evangelho landscaping.com
call 508995-5048 ,774473-3056
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NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
For Mattapoisett
Volunteers Urgently Needed
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Merilee at 508 998-0202.
Marion Fireworks
The Marion Fireworks Committee needs your help.
The deadline for donations for the 2016 Independence
Day Fireworks is fast approaching. Our goal again this
year is $50,000.
As you may know, all costs associated with the
fireworks are paid for from the money raised through the
fundraising efforts of the Marion Fireworks Committee.
Please consider making a donation. All amounts are
welcome and are tax deductible.
The Fireworks are enjoyed by Marion and
surrounding communities. Donations from residents
in communities other than Marion are also greatly
appreciated. If you and your family have come to
Silvershell Beach for the fireworks in the past, please
consider donating so we can continue this tradition.
Donations may be mailed to the Marion Fireworks
Committee, 13 Atlantis Drive, Marion, Massachusetts
02738. Any questions, feel free to contact us at 774-2178355 or fireworks@marionrecreation.com. The deadline
for donations is May 1.
Thank you for your support and, we look forward
to seeing you at the Marion Independence Day Fireworks
in 2016!
Spring Dance
On Saturday, April 23, there will be a 21 and over
spring dance at The Knights Hall, 57 Fairhaven Road in
Mattapoisett from 7:00 to 11:00 pm for $15 per person.
The night features 50s and 60s music with Jason Mello as
the DJ. Tickets will be available every Wednesday from
4:00 to 6:30 pm at The Knights Hall or call Jim at 508-8633496 for tickets or reservations.
Real Estate Transactions
Buyer(s)
Mattapoisett Road Race
The Fourth of July will be here before we know
it, which means it’s time to start training for the
Mattapoisett Road Race! Now in its 46th year, this 5-mile
race through scenic Mattapoisett is an Independence Day
tradition. Proceeds from the race are used to fund awards
for college-bound senior athletes from Old Rochester
Regional High School. Over the years, more than $125,000
has been given to deserving students. More details and
the application form are available at mattapoisettroadrace.
com and from the ORRHS guidance office. Applications
are due by April 25.
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Davis, Michael
Address
8 Cottage St
City DatePrice
Marion
03/21/2016
425000
Wyche, C David
Wyche, Patricia L
Aymie, Marion R
15 River View Ln
Marion
03/25/2016
499900
108 Fairhaven Rd
Mattapoisett
03/24/2016
385000
FP Realty Holdings LLC 77-79 Fairhaven Rd
Mattapoisett
03/22/2016
350000
Thayer, Joel O
Mattapoisett
03/22/2016
533333
18 Water Street RT
Brack Mattapoisett NT
18 Water St
Brack, Virginia C
Brack, Robert B
45 Kings Highway Realty Harris Real Estate Boston 45 Kings Hwy
Mattapoisett
03/23/2016
1500000
Rochester
03/23/2016
2600000
Henderson, Donald J
Henderson, Kathryn B
Rochester
03/25/2016
405000
Paraskeva, Joao M
DaCosta, Isabel M
Carrillo, Jorge R
Carrillo, Laura M
Reekie, Bruce
Reekie, Joyce A
Garandale Holdings LLC
Cohannet Partners LLC
Seller(s)
Ham & Bean Supper
On Saturday, April 16, a Ham & Bean Supper will
take place at The Knights Hall, 57 Fairhaven Road in
Mattapoisett. Doors open at 5:00 pm and supper is at 5:30
pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 7 to 12,
and free for children under 7. Tickets can be purchased or
reserved by calling Jim at 508-863-3496.
MTGLQ Investors LP
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38 Mayflower Ln
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this issue).
Once you find the aardvark you can submit your answer online and if you are right you will get Aardvark Points! You can
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In the April 7, 2016 issue the Aardvark was on page 7!
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