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Letter to the Editor: Thank you John Foster
Wareham High School looking for a host family during the next school year
Paul A. Barnett Sr., 80
Raise money for the homeless while walking through town
William Dennis Coffey, 70
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Select Board candidate Rick Coletti fired from Wareham Police, had private detective’s license revoked for misconduct
Long ride home: Three month hospital stay return celebrated with drive-by car show
Jared Chadwick, Joseph Still and Marcus S. Gomes win Select Board seats
Wareham man charged with possessing and receiving child sexual abuse material
Michelle (Gordon) MacConnell, 61
News
Wareham Police conduct active shooter training
A school shooting or mass casualty event can happen at any time. In order to prepare for whatever might come their way, the...
Jared Chadwick, Joseph Still and Marcus S. Gomes win Select Board seats
Election results show incumbent Jared Chadwick and Joseph Still won the two, three-year Select Board seats and Marcus S....
Plans presented on potential improvements to North Water Street seawall
Officials working on the improvement of North Water Street beach and seawall have created four conceptual ideas to improve...
Finance Director John Foster to retire after decades spent working for the town
Longtime Finance Director John Foster will be retiring from his position after 31 years in the role. The announcement was...
Wareham Select Board candidates make their cases
With election on the horizon, candidates from the two contested Select Board races came together to make their cases on...
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Schools
DECA students get down to business in international competition
Wareham High School DECA students developed skills, prepared for the future and built friendships at the International...
Art you glad?: Wareham Arts Department hosts annual art fair
Celebrate young artists at Wareham High School's Library Thursday, May 8 at 6 p.m. Various art pieces from students will be...
Send it in: Mary V. Rose annual scholarship available
The Oak Grove Cape Verdean's annual $1,000 scholarship is open for applications once again. The Mary V. Rose scholarship,...
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Opinion
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...
Letter to the editor: Anxiety, uncertainty and fear due to Donald Trump
I have never felt so much anxiety, uncertainty, worry, stress and fear due to one man Donald J. Trump. It is unimaginable...
Letter to the Editor: Wareham deserves better
Wareham, today, is faced with a multitude of unprecedented challenges. Whether it’s rising costs, struggling schools, budget...
Letter to the Editor: AI Social Security overhaul
To the Editor: FYI… the Social Security Administration (SSA) is undergoing a major overhaul to eliminate fraud. To speed up...
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Obituaries
Paul A. Barnett Sr., 80
In Loving Memory of Paul A. Barnett Sr. Affectionately known as "Touché Turtle" - The Cape Verdean Clown Paul A. Barnett Sr...
Michelle (Gordon) MacConnell, 61
WAREHAM - With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Michelle (Gordon) MacConnell, age 61, on May 2, 2025, after a...
William Dennis Coffey, 70
CARVER – William Dennis Coffey, 70, of Carver, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Plymouth. He...
Marilyn J. (Parker) Urquhart, 81
WAREHAM – Marilyn J. (Parker) Urquhart, 81, of Wareham, formerly of Marion, passed away on May 3, 2025, at St. Luke’s...
Daniel S. “Danny” Malone, 77
WAREHAM – Daniel S. “Danny” Malone, 77, of West Wareham, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Tobey Hospital. He was the husband...
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Creative creations: Student artists put on multi-media gallery
Wareham Police conduct active shooter training
Things to do May 8- May 15
Jared Chadwick, Joseph Still and Marcus S. Gomes win Select Board seats
Plans presented on potential improvements to North Water Street seawall
DECA students get down to business in international competition
Warm weather fun with Onset Bay Center Community Day
Comedians raise money and moods with fundraiser
Fitness fiesta: Cinco De Mayo 5k hits the ground running
Wareham man charged with possessing and receiving child sexual abuse material
Sports
Fitness fiesta: Cinco De Mayo 5k hits the ground running
Dozens of runners set forth for the cranberry bogs around A.D. Makepeace. The picturesque background of growing berries set...
Batter up! Wareham Youth Softball swings into the season
The spring softball season is underway and Wareham Youth Softball celebrated opening day with scrimmages, snow cones and so...
Catch a good time at the Wareham Girls Softball opening day
Batter up! The Wareham Girls Softball team's opening day is jam packed with fun events to kick off the 2025 season Sunday,...
‘That click’: Vikings softball dominates in strong start to season
The Wareham Vikings softball team is off to a hot start this season, remaining undefeated through their first four games and...
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Police, Fire & Courts
Wareham man charged with possessing and receiving child sexual abuse material
Brandon Bendall, 49, of Wareham was charged with one count of possession of child pornography and one count of receipt of...
Wareham Police helps seize suspected fentanyl, cocaine and more
Wareham Police aided in the arrest of a Marion man and seized large quantities of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, various pills...
Police officers help teach self defense to the women of Wareham
The Wareham Police Department had a self-defense class for women age 15 and up in town. The event was held Saturday, April...
Collision with light pole causes backups on Main Street
Glass and caution tape scatter the scene of a downed light pole and road sign on Main Street across from Chapel Street...
Civilians help extinguish 2-alarm structure fire
A 2-alarm fire at the 7-Eleven and Dunkin Donuts drive through located at 3 Barker Road was reported around 11 a.m., Monday...
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People
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...
Meet Select Board candidate Rick Coletti
If elected to the Select Board, Rick Coletti wants to help residents better understand their taxes and encourage more...
Meet Select Board candidate Bob Powilatis
With decades of experience as an auditor and public servant, Bob Powilatis aims to address the economic efficiency if...
Meet Select Board candidate Marcus S. Gomes
Marcus S. Gomes is a lifelong Wareham resident who grew up playing sports and cooking at the now closed Lindsey's Restaurant...
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Happenings
Things to do May 8- May 15
Thursday, May 8 Annual art fair Celebrate young artists at Wareham High School's Library Thursday, May 8 at 6 p.m....
Join the flock: Annual rubber duck race approaches
Don't pond-er, fly down to the Tihonet Pond Canal for the Wareham Free Library's annual duck race Sunday, May 18....
It's thyme to grow: Library hosts garden kit event
Learn to grow, care for, and harvest popular garden herbs either indoors or out Saturday, May 10 at 1 p.m. The free...
Warm weather fun with Onset Bay Center Community Day
Boats, beaches and crafts can be expected Monday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. down on the Onset Beach. The Buzzards Bay...
Comedians raise money and moods with fundraiser
Exercising their funny bones on Friday, May 2, The Wareham Library Foundation held their fourth annual comedy night. With...
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Arts
Creative creations: Student artists put on multi-media gallery
Wareham High School students showed off their musical skills, original creations and creative expression for all to see in...
Face the music as art week approaches
The annual ArtWeek of the SouthCoast is on the horizon with events in Wareham sure to draw a crowd. As artists of all...
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From Our Members
YMCA Southcoast Welcomes Lucria Ortiz as New President & CEO
YMCA Southcoast
May 09
[NEW BEDFORD, MA, May 8, 2025]— YMCA Southcoast proudly announces the appointment of Lucria Ortiz...
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May 08
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Free: Music in the Library
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
May 08
Seaglass Theatre Company and the NBSO Present Music in the Library Free concerts featuring...
23 Love Handmade Bags Pop-Up at Tide & True
Tide & True
May 07
Mother’s Day is Sunday 5/11! Come shop Tide and True Saturday May 10th with a special pop-up guest...
Prioritize your smile!
Southcoast Dental
May 07
Prioritize your smile! Regular dental check ups are key Your oral health is important to maintain,...
ArtWeek SouthCoast - The Greatest Showman - Sing-a-long!
Marion Art Center
May 06
Film Screening: The Greatest Showman (Sing-along) Saturday, May 10 at 6:30pm with host Paul...
ArtWeek SouthCoast: Free-Bike Tune-Up
Marion Art Center
May 06
Spin Into Spring! Community Bike Tune-Up Saturday, May 10, 9:30am-12:00pm at the Marion Art Center...
ArtWeek SouthCoast - Seed Starter Workshop with Paul Split
Marion Art Center
May 06
Organic Seed Starting Workshop with Paul Split Saturday, May 10, 11:00am-1:00pm on the MAC lawn or...
Heat Pumps vs. Air Conditioning: Which is Right for Your Home?
BankFive
May 06
When it comes to keeping your home comfortable, the choice between a heat pump and central air...
Restoring Comfort and Care: Local Handyman Helps Wareham Home Recover After Water Damage
Alton Barnes
May 06
WAREHAM, MA – When a leak in the roof of a South Coast home caused significant ceiling damage, the...
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, May 10
10:00 am
Butterfly on down to the Red Brook Trail with the...
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Music in the Library
11:00 am
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3:00 pm
23 Love Handmade Bags Pop-Up at Tide & True
1:00 pm
It's thyme to grow: Library hosts garden kit event
5:30 pm
to
8:30 pm
Does your chili have what it takes?
Tuesday, May 13
9:00 am
Trail Day fun at the Red brook Trail Network
Wednesday, May 14
5:00 pm
Wareham Elks to honor Students of the Month
Thursday, May 15
4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
Create collages and more with local artists
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Marketplace
Ceiling Damage? We’ve Got You Covered—Expert Repairs...
Amgee Domain: Publish Date:
May 06
Transform Your Bathroom with Beautiful Tile Flooring...
Amgee Domain: Publish Date:
May 01
Night of Music and Dancing at Warrens Harborview
Amgee Domain: Publish Date:
Apr 29
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Classifieds
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Real Estate
SOLD! Indian Mound Community has New Neighbors
Wareham
$430,000.00
Ask us about getting your FREE home study - you might be surprised at how much equity you have...
Upper Cape Realty
Commercial Land - 129-137 Main Street
Bourne
$675,000.00
PRIME LOCATION. Located in the heart of the village of Buzzards Bay across from the Cape Cod Canal...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
Traditions Remain Strong in Sagamore Highlands and Sagamore Beach
Bourne
$1,450,000.00
Traditions Remain Strong in Sagamore Highlands and Sagamore Beach Contact UPPER CAPE REALTY...
Upper Cape Realty
Open House Saturday in Buzzards Bay
Bourne
$524,900.00
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2025 from 11:00-1:00 at 46 Holt Rd, Buzzards Bay New to the...
Open House:
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Upper Cape Realty
Winter Waterfront Rental - 22 Cove Street
Wareham
$3,000.00
22 Cove Street, Wareham, MA WINTER RENTAL (September - May) - DIRECT WATERFRONT WITH SCENIC WATER-...
Erin Hovan, Hovan Property Group, COMPASS
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
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