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Opinion: The State of Massachusetts wants solar on Fearing Hill
To the editor, The solar project on Fearing Hill is back before us, after significant effort to stop it has failed. Our local officials have tried to slow down solar development, only to be overruled by the state. The State of Massachusetts has...
Opinion: Giving thanks for TarraDean Studio 60th anniversary celebration
To the editor, I wish to thank my family, many friends, and my daughter Tarra along with her remarkable staff for making June 30th so special. From the raffles and money in my cards I donated to The Christia Baptiste Patterson Scholarship Fund. Her...
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New gift shop looks to make waves in Onset
Joseph P. Kenney, 59
Mark Szela, 64
Classic cars come to the Elks
State regulations threaten town control of solar projects
A playground parlay: Captain Jack Sparrow sets sail for Swifts Beach
Town goes dot-gov with cybersecurity grant
A ‘fresh’ flavor of leadership at Damien’s Food Pantry
Marilyn A. Johnson (Hallquist), 89
Pauline “Polly” (Bibbo) Leonard
Opinion: Introducing Trinity Christian Church
To the editor: Recently, Wesley United Methodist changed its name to Trinity Christian Church. Our name tells who we are, a Spirit-led, Christ-centered church where people come to worship the Triune God. We believe in the Holy Bible as the literal...
Opinion: Your presence matters for Fearing Hill Vote
To the editor, Stopping at a garden plant stand for tomatoes and black eyed susan, I followed the sign to the back door to pay. Lucky me — past the gate, a small lush garden brimmed with feeders bustling with all happy wildlife. The good couple and...
Opinion: ‘Chronic situation’ occurring on Locust Street
To the editor, It’s been awhile since I’ve seen or read about this ongoing issue. I’ll keep it brief because most area taxpayers and town officials are aware of the chronic situation. Specifically, there are 5 houses on Locust Street beginning with...
Opinion: Letter for our Jewish Community
To the editor: In Deuteronomy: 31:6 it is written: Be strong and be brave! Do not be afraid of those people who mean you harm because the Lord your God goes with you. He will always be there to help you. He will never leave you! We are all Americans...
Opinion: Tribute to a K9
To the editor: He’s my support, my sleeping medicine, warming me (knees down). My door greeter, my audience, my happy home. He’s my road companion, couch cuddler, kitchen dancer. He slept in church and had his yoga fan club. My heart’s empty, eyes...
Opinion: Ode to a Gleason YMCA legend
Dear editor, Physical issues prevent me from going the Gleason YMCA as I once did. What follows below is a shout out to one of the many people I enjoyed knowing there. On what I say you can depend, About a certain local legend. If you go to the "Y...
Opinion: Make sewer billing more fair
I moved to Wareham a little over 5 years ago mainly because of the low real estate tax rate. I couldn't stay in my hometown the taxes were so high. My first sewer bill was $313.00. I called the sewer department on 2/22/19 hoping there would be an...
Opinion: Vote for climate representation
We are in a planetary climate crisis. If it were World War II, each neighborhood would be mobilized, sacrificing for our troops overseas. But this is not a finite war. It’s an immediate, endless and intensifying battle that presents unimaginable,...
Opinion: Why forests and sand matter
To the editor: Most of Wareham gets its water from a single place, the Plymouth-Carver sole-source aquifer, underneath the Town. Whether it is a private well or a town public well, almost all of them draw water out of this aquifer, like giant straws...
Opinon: Boys basketball expresses ‘heartfelt grattitude”
To the community: We, the members of the Wareham Vikings Boys Basketball Team, would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your generous support in making our journey to the KSA Tournament in Florida possible. Your contributions have made a...
Opinion: Easter’s greetings from Wareham Village Funeral Home
To the editor: The Consoletti family, along with the staff of the Wareham Village Funeral Home gratefully acknowledges all those who participated in our Easter Contest. We have made matching gifts to: The Church of the Good Shepherd, Evangelical...
Opinion: Senior center move overdue
To the editor: It’s long overdue for senior citizens to move to Decas School. The school has one level floor. At the current Council on Aging, senior citizens either have to go up or down concrete stairs — even to use the elevator. Buzzards Bay and...
Opinion: Support the PRICE fund
To the editor: I was thrilled at last week’s release of the PRICE, Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) details. It’s a significant step toward addressing the manufactured housing needs nationally and here in Massachusetts, where there are 259...
Opinion: In favor of preserving town forests and open spaces
To the editor: Is there anyone else in the town of Wareham that would like to see an attempt to preserve all our remaining forests and opens spaces? Yes, it sounds idealistic, but what if it was possible? The recent solar farm developments on A. D...
Opinion: Seeking clarification on town taxes
To the editor: I am writing in response to the recent article titled, "Where Town Taxes Go," where our Town Administrator, Derek Sullivan, made a comparison between Wareham's real estate taxes and those of the town of Bourne. After reading the...
Opinion: Act now to protect Wareham’s water
To the editor: Wareham has always had clean water. I can remember as a child swimming all day in White Island Pond, and going out fishing in a rowboat. We drank water from our well, the same water that flows into White Island Pond. Clean water for...
Opinion: A letter regarding resident-owned mobile home communities
To the editor: Leighah Beausoleil’s Feb. 13 article “Royal Crest keeps rents down and spirits up” highlighted the community initiatives and support networks that have been instrumental in homeowners improving their own neighborhoods. These are...
Opinion: A troubled path down Tihonet Road
To the editor: I am a resident who feels Wareham is one of the most beautiful locations in Massachusetts with its unspoiled woodlands and wildlife all around. But I am horrified by what has been allowed to happen over the last several years. I could...
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Real Estate
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Wareham
189,900.00
This lovely 2 bedroom 1 bath manufactured home at 55+ Great Hill features a brand new roof, new...
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SOLD! Wareham Raised Ranch
Wareham
399,900.00
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SOLD SOLD! Swifts Beach Mobile Home Park #19
Wareham
245,000.00
2015 Skyline from Salem Manufactured Homes. DOUBLE WIDE and Built Sturdy for harsh New England...
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Raynham Colonial SOLD
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825,000.00
Welcome to this stunning 4bdrm, 2.5-bath colonial home nestled in a beautiful neighborhood...
Christine LaCava - Jack Conway
Sold by BOLD - 29 Back River Road, Bourne, MA
Bourne
930,000.00
Another Bourne home Sold by BOLD! Hugh Harp knew that this property was special the first time he...
BOLD Real Estate
Open House
New Bedford
379,900.00
**First showings at open house on Sat. 6/8 (11AM-1PM)** Move right into this impeccably maintained...
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New Construction in Sagamore Highlands
Bourne
1,499,000.00
Elegant Coastal Colonial Sagamore Beach. MAKING PROGRESS TOWARDS COMPLETION! Set on one of the area...
Upper Cape Realty
SOLD! Pine Tree Village
Carver
126,000.00
SOLD! Congratulations to the new homeowners! Great work by listing agent Melissa Almeida. A...
Upper Cape Realty
Stunning Wareham Waterfront
Wareham
1,700,000.00
Open House May 17, 4:00-6:00pm Let’s watch the sun paint the water beautiful on this lovely Spring...
Bernadette Kelly Group
SOLD! 6,000 sq.ft. Developable Lot
Wareham
90,000.00
Upper Cape Realty is excited to share that we have closed on180 Barker Road in Wareham! We look...
Upper Cape Realty
Apartment For Rent
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2,400.00
Welcome to your newly renovated three-bedroom apartment, where modern convenience meets classic...
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SOLD! New Construction
Wareham
469,900.00
UNDER THE HAMMER ... PROJECTED TO BE UP & READY THIS SPRING! This delightful 3 bedroom,2 bath...
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