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DECA undergoes Operation Warmth
Wareham High School’s DECA students are on a mission this December and its called, “Operation Warmth.” The students are collecting winter clothes items, including hats, gloves, mittens, scarves and socks, to be donated to victims of domestic...
Turning Point will remember victims of homelessness
On Thursday, Dec. 21, the longest night of the year as winter begins, Turning Point Resource Center and Wareham Area Committee for the Homeless will recognize National Homeless Persons Memorial Day with a ceremony and a memorial tree in Besse Park...
A Christmas donation drive
D&J Enterprise Inc. is partnering with Turning Point Resource Center to host its annual Christmas donation drive. The drive is accepting new toys, clothing, gift cards and monetary donations for children in need throughout Wareham and the...
Town stuffs vehicles with toys and joy
Christmas is the giving season, and Wareham town departments kicked it off by arranging toy donation events for children in need on Saturday, Dec. 2. The Wareham Police Department had its Stuff-a-Cruiser event that day, parking police vehicles...
A Christmas quartet: Four fairs in Wareham
People lined up the morning of Saturday, Dec. 2 outside two churches, a church hall and a library, waiting for the day's Christmas fairs to begin. The Friends of the Wareham Free Library, the Wareham Garden Club, the Church of the Good Shepherd and...
Stealing Christmas, stealing hearts in Wareham's Christmas Parade
The air was full with seasonal cheer and with the sound of sirens at the Wareham Village Association's annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 2. Several parade groups had characters or decorations from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, including...
Select Board member resigns
Select Board member Tricia Wurts has resigned from her role. Wurts turned in her resignation on Monday, Nov. 27. “It was not possible for me to continue in that position,” she said. She joined the Board in May 2022 when she was chosen in a special...
Wareham Week on WCTV Dec. 1
Wareham Week has partnered with Wareham Community Television to create a short weekly show touching on some of the previous week’s top stories and introducing the public to the faces behind Wareham Week. In this week’s episode, reporter Liam Mayo...
Sewer Commission discusses future potential for moratorium wiggle room
Efforts from the Sewer Department to patch leaky pipes and repair its equipment may provide some wiggle room in its moratorium. The Sewer Department currently has a moratorium in place , meaning no new sources of sewage flow to the wastewater...
The road to improvement for problem Onset Avenue intersection
The intersection outside Onset Village where four roads meet — Onset Avenue, Minot Avenue. Great Neck Road and Depot Street — is a source of confusion for many. The town is looking at multiple options for how to make that intersection better,...
Things to do: Christmas cheer, baking and a Celtic harpist
There’s always something to do in Wareham. Ring in the holiday season early with a weekend of Christmas festivities, then cool down with a pair of evening events hosted by the Wareham Free Library.
Friday, Dec. 1
Holiday...
‘Nuisance’ dogs risk being rehomed if owner remains non-compliant
The “nuisance” dogs of Calvin Carnes on Barrett Way in East Wareham will be seized by Animal Control and rehomed if Carnes does not both comply with Select Board orders and license and vaccinate the dogs by Wednesday, Jan. 10. Back in 2019, the...
Nitrogen hearing discusses septic regulations, data quality
The Massachusetts State Department of Environmental Protection has proposed new limits on nitrogen release — but the regulations are separate from Title V, and will not mandate any septic system upgrades. MassDEP held a public hearing on Tuesday,...
The Grinch and his furry friends are coming to Tractor Supply
The Grinch stole Christmas and is bringing it to the Tractor Supply Company in East Wareham this December. Come down on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for some quality time with the Grinch — grab a photo with him for free, too. Also, find...
A refreshing way to start the new year
Jump into 2024 at the Onset New Year's Polar Plunge. The Buzzard’s Bay Coalition’s Onset Bay Center and the Onset Bay Association will host this event on Monday, Jan. 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spirited outfits are welcome. Those interested can...
Adopt-a-Veteran this holiday season
The Kendrick House, located at 76 High Street, is accepting sponsorships for the veterans who utilize the building’s services this holiday season. Having been built in the early 1800s by Sea Captain Kendrick, the house served as an inn until 1968...
Reelin’ in the holiday season
Anglers will be reeling in holiday cheer at the second annual Fishing Show Before Christmas. Many vendors, including gw Customs, will be in attendance for participants to pick out the best holiday gifts for the fishers in their life. The show will...
Son pleads not guilty to fatal shooting of father
Robert Gomes III, 26, of Wareham is facing multiple charges, including murder, following the fatal shooting of his father, Robert Gomes, Jr., 61, on Monday, Nov. 27. Robert Gomes III was placed in police custody after the shooting and held without...
New electric rates set for community electricity aggregation program
Over 8,000 Wareham residences and businesses get their energy from a community electricity aggregation program. The rates for the next two years of that program are now set, and they include an increase in costs from the previous contract. The...
Updated: One apparent death in West Wareham shooting
Robert Gomes, 26, of Wareham is facing murder and gun charges following the fatal shooting of his father which occurred at a residence on Main Street between Pierceville Road and County Road on the afternoon of Monday, Nov. 27, according to the...
Send us your holiday decorations!
It's that time of year when colorful lights and evergreen wreaths pop up all over town, and we want to share it with you! We're looking for photos of decorations for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and other holidays, from the homes of Wareham...
Stumped: The hunt for height hits a snag for Christmas tree shoppers
Finding the right Christmas tree is on the minds of many at this time of year. But when it comes to height, the Covid pandemic, a not-so-good economy and high demand for a limited supply may effect families’ chances of finding the perfect tree...
Elementary school supports Friends of Jack Foundation
Staff members and students at the Wareham Elementary School may be seen wearing bright red the week following Thanksgiving. The school is participating in the Friends of Jack Foundation Tutu Challenge for the second year in a row. Last year, it was...
Black Friday discounts diminish, chaos takes a holiday
Cars drove slowly around Wareham Crossing as its occupants scouted out the best spot in the packed parking lot to begin their Black Friday shopping on Friday, Nov. 24. Though the lot gave the appearance that many people were still participating in...
Things to do: VFW fundraiser, Onset educational playgroup
There’s always something to do in Wareham, even at the Thanksgiving time of year.
Friday, Nov. 24
Recovery walk and talk
Richie’s Road to Recovery presents a free Recovery Walk and Talk. To join the walks, meet at the...
Bystanders rescue woman after cranberry bog crash
Alisha McGough, 31, of Wareham is facing charges for operating under the influence of alcohol and negligent operation after crashing her car into a bog, according to the Wareham Police Department. Two bystanders, Sammy Thomas and Austin Maxim, saved...
Feast of fumbles: Vikings fall short in Thanksgiving game
The Vikings were met with defeat at the Thanksgiving game against the Canalmen 26-36 on Thursday, Nov. 23, and Bourne will remain in possession of the trophy for another year. “Obviously, it's not the result we wanted,” said Wareham Interim Head...
Middle School donates 2,815 items to food pantry
The Wareham Middle School Student Council has donated a grand total of 2,815 food items to Damien's Food Pantry. Mrs. Smith's homeroom donated 359 items and won the grand prize of a Dunkin' Donuts Breakfast. Mr. Bennette's homeroom was a close...
Farm-to-school program engages Wareham Elementary Students
This fall, the Wareham Elementary School launched a Grow Farm-to-School program. The program is brought to schools by the Marion Institute, a non-profit aimed at creating a culture of health. Grow Farm-to-School connects students and schools to...
A miniature Macy's Parade
Second grade students pulled cardboard floats and beat on marching band drums, dressed on their finest — or in their finest pajamas — during the Wareham Elementary School Thanksgiving Parade on Wednesday, Nov. 22. Students from other grades lined...
Single tax rate will remain
Throughout the years, the Select Board has been asked by the Board of Assessors the same question: Should Wareham split the property tax rate, putting more of the financial burden on businesses? At its Tuesday, Nov. 21 meeting, the Board opted to...
Reports of shots fired at Swifts Beach leads to two arrests
Multiple reports of shots fired in the Swifts Beach area Sunday, Nov.19 at approximately 9 p.m. led to the arrest of brothers Isaiah, 26, and Mashophant Clary, 28, on charges of disorderly conduct and disturbing the peace, according to Wareham...
Legislators discuss immigration and gun control policy
LAKEVILLE – A sweeping gun control bill, the immigration crisis and other hot topics were discussed during the Cranberry Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Lunch on Friday, Nov. 17. The legislative luncheon is “one of our main events and it’s always...
Wareham Free Library to reopen Monday, Nov. 27
The Wareham Free Library main branch will reopen on Monday, Nov. 27 at 9 a.m. for library services. The main branch closed for repairs in October due to a water main break in March that flooded the library's meeting room and the hallway around the...
A little holiday magic for children in need
Turning Point, a special program division of Wareham Area Committee for the Homeless, is looking for the public’s help to ensure every area child enjoys the Magic of the Holidays. Turning Point’s “Holiday Magic” Outreach Program provides clothing...
New engine pumper, land conservation on for Fire District Special Meeting
Residents of the Wareham Fire District will have the opportunity to approve several big-ticket spending items at a Wednesday, Nov. 29 Special District Meeting. The meeting will take place at the Wareham Fire Department, Station 2, 2368 Cranberry...
State requests local input on nitrogen limits
Ahead of a Tuesday, Nov. 28 public meeting, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has emphasized the importance of local input on the process of setting nitrogen limits on Wareham's watershed. Excessive nitrogen — a chemical...
Letter-to-the-Editor: Funeral home thanks community for support
To the editor: The Consoletti family, along with the staff of the Wareham Village Funeral Home, have completed the annual food and clothing drive. We would like to thank all of the anonymous members of our community for their generosity. We also...
Saying grace with a Thanksgiving community meal
Grace Lighthouse Church entered into the Thanksgiving spirit early, hosting a community dinner the night of Saturday, Nov. 18. "It's a special thing," said Pastor David Beguerie. "We call this our signature outreach event of the year." The church...
Dinner and Dickens: A taste of Victorian drama with Upper Cape
This December, the cafeteria at Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School will serve as a portal to Victorian Era England as drama students perform “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Attendees will be transported through time as guests at...
Craft fair puts high-school students' business sense on display
The students of the Wareham High School DECA held the club's second annual craft fair on Saturday, Nov. 18. DECA is a national organization that helps budding entrepreneurs prepare for a career in business through projects and competitions. The...
VFW shows Thanksgiving spirit, feeds those in need
The Dudley L. Brown VFW Post 2846 in Onset held a free veterans dinner on Saturday, Nov. 18. The VFW had hot meals available for those who could come to its physical location on 4 Gibbs Ball Park Road. It also delivered meals out in the community...
First Congregational Church holds Harvest and Holly fair
The Harvest and Holly craft fair, held Saturday, Nov. 18, offered an escape from the blustery weather of a New England November. The First Congregational Church of Wareham held the fair, an annual event. "I've done this for years, since I've joined...
Town works on plan to increase digital accessibility
More and more every year the world becomes increasingly reliant on the internet and digital tools to complete the necessary functions of day-to-day life. However, digital access is not always a guarantee, and the “digital divide” disproportionately...
Stuff-a-Cruiser for families in need
While it may not be a sleigh, the Wareham Police Association is looking to fill cruisers with toys and other gifts for families in need this holiday season. The association encourages anyone who has the ability to help to bring unwrapped gifts to...
Help support Shop with a Cop at El Mariachi
Looking to go out for dinner the first week of December? Consider heading to El Mariachi on Wednesday, Dec. 6. From 4 p.m. to close all the sales will go to the Wareham Police Association in support of their Shop with a Cop event in which children...
Wareham Week on WCTV
Wareham Week has partnered with Wareham Community Television to create a short weekly show touching on some of the previous week’s top stories and introducing the public to the faces behind Wareham Week. In this week’s episode , reporter Liam Mayo...
Timeline lengthens for downtown elevated boardwalk
The Wareham Redevelopment Authority floated the idea of putting an air rights item on the Spring 2024 Town Meeting warrant, but decided the time was not yet right, in discussion at a Thursday, Nov. 16 meeting. Air rights allow a parcel of air to be...
Wareham Police add names to memorial of former members
Throngs of people attended a ceremony the evening of Thursday, Nov. 16, honoring the members of Wareham's Police Department who have passed after their service and in the line of duty . The service took place at the Wareham Police Memorial, located...
Four-unit housing project one step closer to construction
The Wareham Conservation Commission approved a construction proposal from the Wareham Housing Authority at its meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15. The project will create two duplex structures for a total of four units, each of them one-bedroom units, on...
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