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Thursday, February 21, 2019
WHAT'S NEW
Police, Fire & Courts
Wareham Police arrest Mattapoisett man for reckless driving
Police, Fire & Courts
Police: Wareham man fled to Rochester after crash
Police, Fire & Courts
East Wareham man arrested twice in two days
Police, Fire & Courts
Wareham Police find suspect with help from Plymouth County K9
Obituaries
Rita Vieira, 86
Obituaries
Priscilla Grantham, 83
Obituaries
Charles Garnett, 80
Schools
Wareham, Onset students named to Bryant University dean’s list
Obituaries
Benjamin Staples, 55
Obituaries
Richard Searles, 78
Budget presentation shows increase in school choice for Wareham
Wareham Free Library’s request for new equipment uncertain in face of potential FCC rule change
Wareham Selectmen hear requests for $825,000 grant application
Part of history: Wareham Historical Society hosts talk on ‘race amity’ in America
Police: West Wareham woman used stolen credit cards, checks to take thousands of dollars from victims
Pickup, snowplow collide on Route 25 eastbound in Wareham
Polar Pool Plunge makes a splash at Wareham YMCA
Marijuana retailer to allow walk-ups for Wareham residents, workers on Feb. 18
Friends of a feather: Wareham Land Trust hosts birdhouse building workshop
Old Rochester students ‘stand in solidarity’ with Wareham hockey player
News
Budget presentation shows increase in school choice for Wareham
Wareham’s anticipated budget for fiscal year 2020 is $66 million, up $2 million from the previous year; but close to half of...
Wareham Free Library’s request for new equipment uncertain in face of potential FCC rule change
A request for a new projector and recording equipment at the Wareham Free Library was met with hesitation by Selectmen on...
Wareham Selectmen hear requests for $825,000 grant application
Assistance for several public services are among the top requests in this year’s $825,000 Community Development Block Grant...
Part of history: Wareham Historical Society hosts talk on ‘race amity’ in America
All throughout American history, race has had a complex and often negative affect on the way people view themselves in the...
Pickup, snowplow collide on Route 25 eastbound in Wareham
Three people were reportedly injured in a crash between a pickup truck and snowplow early Monday morning on Route 25...
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Schools
Wareham, Onset students named to Bryant University dean’s list
Two local students have been named to Bryant University’s dean’s list for the fall semester of 2018. Sara Tyma of Wareham...
Chinese students bid farewell to Wareham friends at cultural celebration
Chinese exchange students at Wareham High School and Wareham Middle School said farewell to their American friends on Friday...
Wareham High School names student of the month, ‘Scotty Award’ winner
Wareham High School has recognized two students for the month of January. Benjamin Brogioli, Class of 2022, was named the...
Wareham Middle School closed due to roof leak
Wareham Middle School will be closed for the next two days as crews work to repair a roof leak brought on by snow, rain and...
Wareham, Onset students recognized by UMASS Dartmouth
UMASS Dartmouth has announced that the following 25 local students were named to its dean's list and chancellors list for...
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Opinion
Thank you in memory of Ciara Alavache
To the Editor: The parents of Ciara Nicole (Hall) Alavache would like to proudly thank their family and friends for making...
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Obituaries
Rita Vieira, 86
Rita M. (Joia) Vieira, 86, of New Bedford, died Feb. 18 in Sacred Heart Home after a lengthy illness. She was the widow of...
Priscilla Grantham, 83
Priscilla A. (Ross) Grantham, 83, of Wareham, died Feb. 16 at Tobey Hospital. She was the widow of the late John P. Grantham...
Charles Garnett, 80
Charles W. Garnett, 80, of Wareham, formerly of Carver, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 16 with his family at his side. He was...
Benjamin Staples, 55
Benjamin Baxter Staples, 55, of Onset, died Feb. 12 at home of complications from diabetes. He was the husband of Suzanne Q...
Richard Searles, 78
Richard B. “Dick” Searles, 78, of West Wareham, died at home Feb. 17 after a three year battle with Glioblastoma. He was the...
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Sports
Wareham Vikings win South Coast Conference championship title
The Wareham Vikings snatched the small division South Coast Conference championship title from the Old Rochester Bulldogs on...
School officials investigating racial incident at Wareham, Old Rochester hockey game
Officials are investigating after a Wareham hockey player was reportedly called a racial slur by an Old Rochester Regional...
Wareham/Carver Vikings defeated 3-1 in stretch before playoffs
A once hot Wareham/Carver Vikings hockey team has cooled in the final stretch before the playoffs. The team lost 3-1 to a...
Signups announced for Gateway Babe Ruth Baseball
Gateway Babe Ruth sign ups are now available. Go to www.gatewaybaberuth.com to register. Players ages 12 to 16 are eligible...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Wareham Police arrest Mattapoisett man for reckless driving
Wareham Police arrested a 63-year-old Mattapoisett man on Friday, Feb. 15 after receiving a call that he was “all over the...
Police: Wareham man fled to Rochester after crash
A Wareham man who reportedly went off the road and crashed into the offices of Wareham Community Television is being...
East Wareham man arrested twice in two days
An East Wareham man arrested for shoplifting on Feb. 14 was arrested again on Feb. 15 for disorderly conduct that reportedly...
Wareham Police find suspect with help from Plymouth County K9
Two suspects who allegedly ran from Wareham Police on Monday, Feb. 18 were arrested with help from the Plymouth County...
Police: West Wareham woman used stolen credit cards, checks to take thousands of dollars from victims
Wareham Police Detectives arrested a West Wareham woman on Friday, Feb. 15 after she allegedly used stolen credit cards and...
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Happenings
Paint kindness rocks with the Onset Bay Association
The Onset Bay Association will host a kindness rock painting event on Wednesday, March 13 at the OBA office, 196 Onset Ave...
Reader photo: Shell Point snowman
Robin Allen took this photo of a snowman she saw at Shell Point beach in Onset. To send in photos for possible publication,...
Applications for ‘mini-grants’ available on March 5
Applications for grants of up to $2,500 to support all-volunteer groups in Wareham will be available starting Tuesday, March...
Music from Land’s End, South Coast Chamber Music collaborative concert comes to Wareham
A collaborative concert between Music from Land’s End and the South Coast Chamber Music will held in Wareham on Saturday,...
Register for spring programs at the Wareham YMCA
Registration for spring programs at the Gleason Family YMCA in Wareham is now open. The spring session runs from Feb. 25 to...
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From our Members
Symphony Receives $150,000 Challenge Gift to Build Audience
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Feb 20
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra has received a challenge gift from an anonymous donor who will...
What Is Congestive Heart Failure?
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth
Feb 20
The purpose of the heart is to pump blood to the body in order to nourish it. Heart failure doesn't...
Announcing Auditions for “Be My Baby”
Marion Art Center
Feb 14
The Marion Art Center has announced open auditions for the upcoming production of
Be My Baby...
NBSO Open Rehearsal Tonight!
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Feb 14
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is participating in the Valentine’s Day edition of AHA! New...
Wareham Fire District Vote - Committee Seats
Wareham Fire District
Feb 13
Annual voting opportunity for open positions on the Board Water Commissioners and the Prudential...
Wareham Fire District Annual Meeting - Budget
Wareham Fire District
Feb 13
The annual Wareham Fire District meeting. This meeting will cover the proposed budget for the Fire...
Real Time Water Meter Readings
Wareham Fire District
Feb 13
The Water Department finished pilot testing cellular water meters which allow instant access to...
5 Reasons to Call on Clean Right
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Feb 12
It is not uncommon for employees to think of their workplace as a second home. Because employees...
Smith Mills Preschool and Kindergarten celebrates 100 days of school
Smith Mills Preschool & Kindergarten
Feb 11
The students at Smith Mills Preschool and Kindergarten celebrated 100 days of school today. Some of...
Staying Healthy during Flu Season
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth
Feb 08
Influenza (flu) is a very contagious respiratory illness. Symptoms include fever, body aches, sore...
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, February 23
8:30 am
to
10:30 am
Southcoast Health to host Wareham wellness walk on...
12:30 pm
to
2:00 pm
National Women's Hockey League player to visit East...
Tuesday, February 26
11:00 am
to
12:00 pm
Winter Art Film Series starts 1/22
Wednesday, February 27
6:00 pm
Free Film Screening “Angst” - at Friends Academy
7:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Real Time Water Meter Readings
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Marketplace
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 2/21 - 2/24
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Feb 18
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon / With FULL BAR OFFERED! Entertainment...
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 2/14 - 2/17
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Feb 15
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon / With FULL BAR OFFERED! Entertainment...
$1.99 Watch Batteries
Gold World Incorporated
Feb 13
Watch batteries only $1.99 each, any number of watches. You must bring in our ad in "Wareham Week"...
Get your tickets for The David Mitton Project, coming Sat. Feb. 23 to the MAC Stage!
Marion Art Center
Feb 07
The David Mitton Project Saturday, February 23, 2019 Doors at 7pm | Show begins at 7:30 $18 for MAC...
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Classifieds
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Real Estate
New Year! New Place! More Space!
Hometown
197,500.00
Summerwood Condominiums ~ Affordable Two Bedroom,1.5 Bath. At this price why pay rent!! Spacious...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The Historic Gault Farm Homestead in West Wareham
Wareham
499,000.00
The Historic Gault Farm was reconstructed in 2005. This home retains its barn-style architectural...
Open House:
Saturday, October 6, 2018 -
12:00pm
to
2:00pm
LaForce Realty
Brand New Construction - Lot 22 on Ridgehill Lane
Bourne
575,000.00
UPPER CAPE REALTY One of a very few house lots remaining in Sagamore Beach. This beautifully...
Upper Cape Realty
Onset Island Get-a-Way
Wareham
349,000.00
UPPER CAPE REALTY Throw those car keys away - no driving on this island! Life moves a lot slower...
Upper Cape Realty
Completely Renovated 3 bed/2ba w/ Farmers Porch SOLD
Lakeville
327,900.00
Lovely Lakeville! Affordable country living at its best! Completely renovated ranch featuring...
Open House:
Sunday, September 23, 2018 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
LaForce Realty
Waterfront On Spectacle Pond! SOLD
Wareham
272,000.00
Waterfront - check. Privacy- check. Adorable - check. Waterfront on lovely Spectacle Pond! Swim,...
Open House:
Saturday, September 22, 2018 -
11:00am
to
1:00pm
LaForce Realty
Parkwood Beach Seaside Gem
Wareham
270,000.00
UPPER CAPE REALTY Tons of space in this split level home! Super bright house with tons of windows...
Upper Cape Realty
JUST LISTED - Charming Turnkey Ranch
Wareham
244,000.00
2 bedroom, 1 bath fully renovated ranch with bonus room. Stainless steel appliances, granite...
LaForce Realty
Turnkey 3 bed 1 bath - Long Pond access-
Lakeville
273,900.00
This light, airy and affordable completely renovated 3 bedroom 1 bath home is waiting for you!...
Open House:
Sunday, September 23, 2018 -
1:30pm
to
3:00pm
LaForce Realty
FOR LEASE on Busy Cranberry Highway
Wareham
2,500.00
COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY Now available to lease 3090 Cranberry Hwy, Wareham, MA: This Cranberry...
Upper Cape Realty
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