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Trail trimming at Redbrook
Head in the clouds and eyes on the road
Life’s too short-don’t let it fly by
Letter to the Editor: Thank you Wareham Police
Letter to the Editor: Thank you for Flag Day
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Iconic Wareham restaurant finds new owner and name
Show for the ages: Car show features classic muscle and sleek new designs
Hundreds make their voice heard as part of national protest against Trump
Anthony Joseph “Cushy” Spinola, 93
Take a moment to ‘park’ it at Bay View
News
Wareham residents to swim for family and a love of the bay
Six Wareham residents are hopping in the water in the name of environmental conservation and to swim from New Bedford to...
Buzzards Bay Coalition completes 1,600 acre land purchase
The Buzzards Bay Coalition recently finalized the purchase of 1,652 acres formerly owned by the Slocum-Gibbs Cranberry...
‘Forever bonded together’: Warehamites befriend the Brits
With oceanic views, a tight-knit community, and rich history, two Warehams are so similar it’s hard to believe they lay nine...
Town receives funding from Plymouth County
The town of Wareham received $50,000 from the Plymouth County Commissioners as part of Plymouth County's American Rescue...
Things to do June 19-June 26
Friday, June 20 Looking for a bud For anyone with a little extra thyme Friday, June 20, the Wareham Free Library is...
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Schools
Students find academic and personal success
Five Wareham High School students received scholarships in reward for their academic achievement, perseverance, leadership...
School’s out and summer is in on the last day of school
Early mornings, late-night cramming and worrying about grades is on pause for the summer as students hang up their backpacks...
Wareham Middle School announces Students of the Month for June
Wareham Middle School announced their three Students of the Month for the last month of the school year. Jason Avila was...
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Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Thank you from the Wareham Dog Park
The Dog Park Affiliation of Wareham (DPAW) is grateful for the community support to make Wareham Dog Park’s 2 Birthday PAWty...
Letter to the Editor: Autistic people are people too
I am furious about how this administration has maligned the autistic community and has done its absolute best to defund the...
Letter to the Editor: Thank you John Foster
In early 2003 the newly elected Tax Collector abruptly quit. The long-time former Tax Collector had warned against the...
Letter to the Editor: Be courageous and speak up
On the 80 th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, I want to tell you about my longtime friend’s mother. She seemed like any...
Letter to the editor: World Ovarian Cancer Day
World Ovarian Cancer Day is celebrated globally on May 8 since 2013 spanning across 32 countries to raise awareness about...
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Obituaries
Anthony Joseph “Cushy” Spinola, 93
ONSET – Anthony Joseph “Cushy” Spinola, 93, of Onset, passed away on June 18, 2025, at Royal Cape Cod Nursing and...
Linda J. Larsen, 73
WAREHAM – Linda J. Larsen, 73, of Wareham, passed away on June 13, 2025, at Tobey Hospital, Wareham. She was the daughter of...
Kimberly M. Owen, 52
EAST WAREHAM – Kimberly M. Owen, 52, of East Wareham, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Born...
John F. Derby, 77
Carver- John F. Derby, 77, died peacefully after a brief illness at the Royal Nursing Home in Fairhaven on June 3, 2025. ...
John and Lucy Fearing
MATTAPOISETT - John and Lucy Fearing, of Mattapoisett passed away July 31, 2024 and August 1, 2024 respectively. Relatives...
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First annual Police vs Fire charity softball game was a scorching success
‘Great local art by local people’: South Coast artists put on gallery
Dumpster catches fire off Onset Avenue
Wareham residents to swim for family and a love of the bay
Buzzards Bay Coalition completes 1,600 acre land purchase
‘Forever bonded together’: Warehamites befriend the Brits
Town receives funding from Plymouth County
Things to do June 19-June 26
Iconic Wareham restaurant finds new owner and name
'No present danger to the public': Hazardous material spill contained
Sports
First annual Police vs Fire charity softball game was a scorching success
The Wareham Fire Department proved too hot to handle for the boys in blue on the diamond during the first annual Wareham...
Guard the gate: Wareham Gatemen kick off season at home
Another year of Cape Cod League Baseball is underway as the Wareham Gatemen took on the Hyannis Harbor Hawks in their season...
Former Gatemen is hall-of-fame bound for outstanding pitching career
Former Wareham Gatemen pitcher Pat Pinkman will be enshrined in Cape Cod League history as one of the six players being...
It’s a run, bike and a swim to the finish line at the Harvest Triathlon
Hundreds of people traveled to Wareham to push their bodies to the limit in a not-so lazy Sunday way. The eighth annual...
Gatemen set to swing into summer as opening day nears
The 98th season of Cape Cod League baseball in Wareham is set to begin Saturday, June 14 as the Wareham Gatemen prepare for...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Dumpster catches fire off Onset Avenue
A dumpster fire off Onset Avenue was reported around 7:24 p.m. Friday, June 20. The fire occurred behind 205 Onset Avenue...
'No present danger to the public': Hazardous material spill contained
A box truck carrying hazardous materials spilled in the area of Maritime Drive and Great Neck Road Friday, June 13. The...
Hazardous material spill closes Maritime Drive and Great Neck Road
The Wareham Fire Department responded to a call about a box truck with a spill of an unknown substance in the back at...
Sex offender arrested for recording woman in Target fitting room
Gregory Mattos, 37, of Mashpee was arraigned Tuesday, June 10 after allegedly recording a woman changing in the Target...
Multiple motorcycles involved in crash on Cranberry Highway
A motor vehicle accident involving multiple motorcycles being struck by a car was reported around 4:54 p.m. Thursday, June 5...
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People
Dealing in diesel: Wareham resident awarded for mechanical knowledge
It’s not uncommon for a young boy’s eyes to light up when a big truck comes rolling down the street and Wareham resident...
Taking care of business: Entrepreneurs bring new ways of thinking to Wareham
Wareham is no stranger to family businesses. Local families have set up shop all across town and one resident plans to use...
Law and Democracy: Manfred Wiegandt’s American story
Manfred Wiegandt, a 68-year-old German-born immigration lawyer, sat at a small table near the entrance of his office on High...
Long ride home: Three month hospital stay return celebrated with drive-by car show
With balloons bobbing around the mailbox, trees blooming outside and a wheelchair perched at the end of the driveway — the...
Cleaning a warship earns Wareham boy Eagle Scout badge
Wareham resident Chris Christopoulos received his Eagle Scout badge on April 12. The ceremony was held at Battleship Cove...
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Happenings
A case that’s hard to crack
Keep book-lovers close, and enemies closer while discussing “The Lost Constitution” by William Martin during the Mystery...
Iconic Wareham restaurant finds new owner and name
Vel’s Restaurant that served up good Italian eats and long lasting memories for many years has been purchased and will see a...
Holistic fun for all things psychic
For anyone interested in all things psychic and holistic, the Parkwood Beach Psychic and Craft fundraiser is the place to go...
Free breakfast and bake sale
Head to the Trinity Christian Church located at 462 Main Street for a free community breakfast and bake sale Saturday, June...
Lots of library events on the horizon
The Wareham Free Library is challenging everyone to “get caught” utilizing library resources or attending one of their many...
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Arts
‘Great local art by local people’: South Coast artists put on gallery
A variety of art is on display in the Wareham Free Library with beautiful scenes of nature with watercolor, pastels,...
Fourth grade musicians end the year with positively sound concert
As fourth graders’ time dwindles at Wareham Elementary School, they had one more concert to put on before closing the...
PINKLIDS: The local band that doesn't make sense
Wareham's own garage, synth, punk and horror movie themed band, PINKLIDS, once got heckled after a Nashville show. As they...
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From Our Members
Buying Versus Renting a House
BankFive
Jun 18
Many factors can influence your decision to move. Maybe you need more space , want access to a...
Damien’s Pantry Motorcycle Run - Full Throttle for Food
Damien’s Pantry
Jun 17
Rev your engines for a cause! Join us for our first "Full Throttle for Food Motorcycle Run"...
1 Year Celebration at Tide & True
Tide & True
Jun 17
Wow what a year it has been! We're celebrating 1 year at Tide and True and you're invited! Come...
A Chance to Win $10K!!!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
Jun 13
The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce is holding Summer Spectacular on Wednesday, August 13...
Annual Networking Sunset Canal Cruise!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
Jun 13
Wednesday, June 25th is a collaborative networking event. The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber and the...
Ribbon Cutting!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
Jun 13
Join the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce in welcoming a new business to the area! The...
Support Damien’s Pantry & Cheer on the Wareham Gatemen!
Damien’s Pantry
Jun 12
Come support Damien’s Pantry and cheer on the Wareham Gatemen as they take on the Yarmouth-Dennis...
Damien’s Pantry Updates Service Area
Damien’s Pantry
Jun 11
Damien’s Pantry has updated our service area. Due to the increasing and urgent needs of nearby...
MAC Theater presents The Glass Menagerie - by Tennessee Williams opens Friday!
Marion Art Center
Jun 11
MAC Theater Presents "The Glass Menagerie" By Tennessee Williams Directed by Donn Tyler Join us for...
Southcoast Health Expands Access to Specialty Care Services in Wareham
Southcoast Health
Jun 10
This week, Southcoast Health leadership, providers, nurses and staff celebrated the newly expanded...
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Upcoming Events
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11:00 am
Free breakfast and bake sale
12:00 pm
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Holistic fun for all things psychic
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Sunday, June 22
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1 Year Celebration at Tide & True
Tuesday, June 24
11:00 am
Dine Out & Support Damien’s Pantry
Thursday, June 26
4:30 pm
Weekly free meals with the Church of the Good Shepherd
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Classifieds
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TRUSTED HANDYMAN FOR ALL HOME...
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FOR SALE - 94 Honda Goldwing
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Real Estate
Mattapoisett Colonial on Aucoot Rd
Mattapoisett
$495,000.00
Mattapoisett By Hiller's Cove Beach. This well located 4 bedroom home is just a short walk to Old...
Upper Cape Realty
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL or WEEKLY SUMMER RENTAL
Wareham
$4,500.00
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL SEP-MAY $4500/month or WEEKLY RENTAL JUN-AUG $4900/week...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
SOLD! Plymouth Pondfront
Plymouth
$375,000.00
Just listed ... to SOLD! Everyone has been asking about our spring market predictions… and from...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Commercial Bldg in Buzzards Bay
Bourne
$550,000.00
OFFICIALLY CLOSED ... Selling a commercial property is no small feat—it takes strategy, negotiation...
Upper Cape Realty
Parkwood Beach Open House
Wareham
$749,000.00
Experience the best of Parkwood Beach living at 14 Bayside Avenue, Wareham! This quintessential...
Bernadette Kelly Group
Senior 62+ Apartments Starting at $1,399
Wareham
$1,399.00
WAREHAM’S HIDDEN GEM! APPLY TODAY! 1- & 2-BR Apartments Available for Immediate Occupancy...
Swifts Landing
61 Pardon Hill, S Dartmouth Evening Open House
Dartmouth
$1,200,000.00
Pardon Hill Former Winery Nestled in the heart of South Dartmouth, where rolling hills meet...
Bernadette Kelly Group
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