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Saturday, March 23, 2019
WHAT'S NEW
Obituaries
Joan Powilatis, 75
Obituaries
Geraldine P. Souza, 85
People
Man arrested for possession, intent to distribute suspected fentanyl
News
Representative Gifford to hold open office hours
Opinion
Southcoast should save Tobey Homestead
News
Tremont Nail district approved, allowing construction to begin
Police, Fire & Courts
Man arrested for hobby shop smash and grab
News
Selectmen preview Special Town Meeting
News
Town employee launches write-in campaign for Town Clerk
News
Buzzing in at Town Meeting
Baseball tryouts moved to Sunday
A mother of four opens toy store for kids with special needs
Wareham students traveled around and inside the world
Police arrest ten people on Tuesday
Board of Health suggests mandatory education for retail owners
Two Refuse Disposal District officials indicted
Man arrested for trafficking cocaine disguised as birthday present
Three candidates compete for spot on School Committee
Suspect in armed robbery at large
One injured in rollover crash Monday morning
News
Baseball tryouts moved to Sunday
ROCHESTER — Due to the weather, tryouts for Babe Ruth Baseball will be rescheduled to Sunday March 24 at Dexter Field in...
A mother of four opens toy store for kids with special needs
A quick Google search can pull up hundreds of sensory-friendly toys designed for children on the autism spectrum, but just...
Wareham students traveled around and inside the world
For one night, students of Wareham traveled all around the world - without stepping foot outside the John W. Decas School...
Representative Gifford to hold open office hours
State Representative Susan Gifford and her legislative aide are holding office hours in her office in Wareham from 12 to 1 p...
Board of Health suggests mandatory education for retail owners
After a number of allegedly unintentional tobacco violations in Wareham, Board of Health suggested implementing for retail...
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Schools
New elementary school plans come into focus
Officials hope to break ground at the new Minot Forest Elementary School in February of 2020. A timeline and updated plans...
Not just toys: Puppets teach children valuable lessons
The teachers of Decas Elementary School stepped aside to let Rapunzel, Pete the Cat, and other fictional characters teach...
Wareham High School names student of the month, ‘Scotty Award’ winner
Wareham High School has named Devin Gonsalves, Class of 2019, as February’s student of the month. Quirino DoCanto, Class of...
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Opinion
Southcoast should save Tobey Homestead
To the Editor: I am hoping that this letter touches a nerve with all caring town people who are involved with saving the...
Wareham High School prepares students for their future
To the Editor: This week, Wareham High School hosted an informational evening for parents, guardians and eighth grade...
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Obituaries
Joan Powilatis, 75
Joan M. (Kent) Powilatis, 75, of Wareham, formerly of Holbrook, died Tuesday, March 12, 2019, unexpectedly while vacationing...
Geraldine P. Souza, 85
Geraldine P. Souza, 85, of Wareham, died Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Seasons Hospice in Milton. She was the beloved wife of...
Walter Russell Ethier, 65
Walter Russell Ethier, 65, of Wareham formerly of Attleboro, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019. Walter is the son of...
Erik Pina, 54
Erik Pina, 54, of Marion, died March 17, 2019 after an illness. He was born in Boston and lived in Marion for many years. Mr...
Henry Vieira, 76
Henry Vieira, 76, of New Bedford, formerly of Wareham, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in...
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People
Man arrested for possession, intent to distribute suspected fentanyl
Wareham and Bourne detectives confiscated suspected fentanyl, pills, and over $500 in cash from the home of Michael Mello,...
Candidate profile: Apryl Rossi
Apryl Rossi is running for a two-year seat on the Wareham School Committee with a plan to “bridge the gap” between parents...
Candidate profile: Mary Morgan
School Committee incumbent Mary Morgan has been involved in Wareham’s school system for nearly two decades, and this spring...
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Sports
Baseball tryouts moved to Sunday
ROCHESTER — Due to the weather, tryouts for Babe Ruth Baseball will be rescheduled to Sunday March 24 at Dexter Field in...
Wareham starters face challenge in Bishop Stang championship loss
Wareham’s three starters were not enough to win the Division 3 championship for Bishop Stang. In the Div. 3 finals, held on...
Wareham Girls Softball selection day March 16
Wareham Girls Softball will hold selection day on Saturday, March 16 at East Coast Pitching,19 Patterson Brook Road. All...
Wareham starters lead Bishop Stang to championship victory
TAUNTON — The Bishop Stang boys basketball team are Division 3 South champions, and they have three Wareham starters to...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Police arrest ten people on Tuesday
The Wareham Police Department made ten arrests on Tuesday, March 19. A juvenile male was arrested for assault with a...
Man arrested for hobby shop smash and grab
Wareham Police have arrested the man who allegedly stole merchandise worth more than $3,500 from Wreckless Hobbies on...
Man arrested for trafficking cocaine disguised as birthday present
A New Bedford man was arrested at the Wareham Post Office on Friday, March 15, when he attempted to pick up a package...
Suspect in armed robbery at large
A man who robbed the Wareham County Market on Marion Road while brandishing a handgun on Friday night, March 15, is still at...
One injured in rollover crash Monday morning
One person was injured in a rollover crash, snapping a pole in half, at around 8:30 a.m. on Monday morning in front of the...
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Happenings
‘The Big Sing’ at Wareham’s Church in the Pines on Mar. 31
The Church in the Pines, located at 17 Carver Road, will host the Big Sing on Mar. 31 at 6 p.m. at the church. Everyone who...
Registration open for Buzzards Bay Swim
The 26th annual Buzzards Bay Swim will be held on June 22. Registration is open now at www.savebuzzardsbay.org/swim ...
Political Poster Exhibit at Wareham Free Library
The Wareham Free Library will be hosting an exhibit of posters honoring black leaders from around the world from April 3 to...
Wareham Library to host book sale
The Friends of the Wareham Free Library will host the March Book Sale beginning on Monday, March 25 in the library’s meeting...
Shop Dollar Days at the Wesley UMC thrift shop
Shop for deals at the Wesley United Methodist Church during the bi-annual Dollar Day Sale from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. on March 28...
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Arts
Bourne-Wareham Art Association to host art “NOUVEAU” event
The Bourne-Wareham Art Association will host an art “NOUVEAU” event on Tuesday, March 19 at BB’s Bar & Grille in West...
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From our Members
Used Book Sales start on MONDAY!
Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Inc.
Mar 21
Our book sales are back!! As always, we have a great variety of gently used books for all ages and...
SCCMS Presents Purple Passions This Weekend!
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Mar 20
This weekend, March 23 and 24, the South Coast Chamber Music Series performs “three fervent,...
Clean Right brings Floor Care to Marion Pediatrics
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Mar 20
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions, based out of Fairhaven, MA takes on a floor care program for Marion...
How to Spring Clean your Workplace
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Mar 20
Winter is long in New England. The elements take a toll on your commercial property, both inside...
Early Childhood Education Open House
Saint Joseph School
Mar 17
Please join us at the Saint Joseph School Early Childhood Education Open House on Wednesday, March...
March is Hair Restoration Month at Ara's!
Ara's Salon Spa & Hair Studio
Mar 15
We are here for our clients with hair loss. Today’s hair replacement systems are not the toupees or...
Youth Orchestras Spring Concert on March 17
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Mar 14
On Sunday, March 17, the Southeastern Massachusetts Youth Orchestras (SEMAYO) will present their...
Saint Anne’s Hospital offers multiple scholarship opportunities for health care students
Saint Anne's Hospital
Mar 14
Scholarships available for students pursuing medicine, nursing, allied health, or other health care...
Dinur Receives Solti Conducting Award
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Mar 13
Yaniv Dinur, Music Director of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, has been named 2019 Solti Fellow...
One-day Painting Workshop at the MAC!
Marion Art Center
Mar 13
The Marion Art Center has added a second date on Saturday, March 23, 12-2pm for a one-day workshop...
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Upcoming Events
Today
8:00 am
to
1:00 pm
Registration open for Wareham YMCA Spin-a-thon
9:00 am
to
10:15 am
Onset Beach Yoga with Laura
11:00 am
Gateway Babe Ruth signups close March 23
Sunday, March 24
11:00 am
Gateway Babe Ruth Tryouts
3:00 pm
to
5:00 pm
“Postcards from Buzzards Bay” Concert
Monday, March 25
5:00 pm
to
7:30 pm
Wareham Library to host book sale
Wednesday, March 27
9:00 am
to
10:15 am
Onset Beach Yoga with Laura
Thursday, March 28
1:30 pm
to
4:30 pm
Shop Dollar Days at the Wesley UMC thrift shop
6:30 pm
to
9:00 pm
Paint your pet, support the Wareham Dog Park
Friday, March 29
10:00 am
to
2:00 pm
“March Madness” sale at the First Congregational...
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Marketplace
Why We Ask If you Are Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
LaForce Realty
Mar 21
Have you ever walked into an open house, or called a real estate agent about a listing, and within...
Save 15% on Floor Care with Clean Right
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Mar 20
If you’re a local business, chances are your floors may be in need of spring refresh! Clean Right...
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment For 3/21 - 3/24
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Mar 18
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon / With FULL BAR OFFERED! Entertainment...
Open House 4 Fairway Drive - Unit D
Upper Cape Realty
Mar 13
UPPER CAPE REALTY listing agent, James Abdu, is hosting on SATURDAY, March 16th from 11:00 AM to 1:...
Spring Clean your Commercial Property
Clean Right Cleaning Solutions
Mar 11
SPRING CLEANING FOR YOUR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Winter is long in New England. The elements take a...
We Can’t Help You Change Your Clocks...
LaForce Realty
Mar 11
....But we can help you sell your home. Call us today to schedule your complimentary comparative...
Shenanigans Bar & Grill Entertainment for 3/14 - 3/17
Shenanigans Bar & Grill
Mar 11
Open For Breakfast Saturday 8am - 11am and Sunday 8am - Noon / With FULL BAR OFFERED! Entertainment...
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Classifieds
AFFORDABLE HAULING - 508-776-9628
Cleaning
Wanted Driver
Dave's Home Repair
Bottom Painters & Detailers...
Seaside Handyman Service
RP Construction
NEED A COMPANY LOGO?
A handyman and more
Painting - Interior and Exterior
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Real Estate
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
Rochester 46.88 Acres
Rochester
1,198,000.00
Welcome to Lily Patch Farm. A rare offering of 46.88+/- acres in Rochester that adjoins the 1,700...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Carver Waterfront Retreat!
Carver
649,500.00
A true waterfront retreat with breathtaking pond views to enjoy everyday! You’ll feel like you’re...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Charming Cape Cod “Cottage”
Hometown
1,180,000.00
Charming Chatham “Cottage” was remodelled and expanded in 2007-2008 as a perfect place to gather...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
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
Move-In Ready 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cape
Wareham
329,900.00
SOLD!! Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices N.E.Prime Properties ~ Pack Your Bags! This is the perfect...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
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
Great Condo Alternative Right Here!!
Wareham
255,000.00
SOLD!! This is a Perfect Bachelor or Bachlorette Pad or if your just looking to Downsize. Home...
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Construction Started ~ You Finish It
Fairhaven
350,000.00
Lots to do on the inside but what a RARE OPPORTUNITY on West Island, Fairhaven for new construction...
Upper Cape Realty
Land for Sale in Oneset Heights
Wareham
115,000.00
UPPER CAPE REALTY 508-759-2121: Level lot well suited for a single or two family home. Sewer and...
Upper Cape Realty
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