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Jazz trio
Cultivate the community: Cultural council seeking new members
Scouts honor and scouts events: Local troop keeps busy in May
Michael Capachione, Sr., 70
Manuel F. Spencer, 93
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Jared M. Cardoza, 32
Jared Chadwick, Joseph Still and Marcus S. Gomes win Select Board seats
Paul A. Barnett Sr., 80
Non-sewer user Sewer Commission seat wrongly put on May 6 ballot
Plans presented on potential improvements to North Water Street seawall
News
What’s cookin? Chili competition raises money for the Onset Bay Association
As beans and beef stewed in slow cookers and smooth beers flowed from the tap, dozens gathered to see which chili would be...
Shuck yeah! Oyster Fest 2025 draws close
Want a shell of a good time with five local oyster farms, live music and 100's of vendors? Sip & Stroll the Wareham...
Wareham squared: Group to travel to twin town in England
Two towns sit nestled on the sea with historic buildings, rich history and strong communities — and they share the same name...
Non-sewer user Sewer Commission seat wrongly put on May 6 ballot
The position for a non-sewer user to be elected to the sewer commission was wrongly put on the ballot for the May 6 election...
Wareham Police conduct active shooter training
School shootings or mass casualty events have become all too common. In order to prepare for whatever might come their way,...
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Schools
Orchestrating a night to remember with the spring concert
As people walk past the music department in Wareham High School, they may get a chance to hear the various sounds of...
Wareham students show up and out at Unified Game Day at Tabor Academy
Several students from Wareham Public Schools participated in Unified Game Day, a celebration of inclusion, teamwork and...
Judging books by covers, content and first impressions at book tasting event
Bookworms united to sample dozens of genres and stories at Wareham Elementary School's book tasting event. Wareham...
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Opinion
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...
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...
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Obituaries
Michael Capachione, Sr., 70
Michael J. Capachione, Sr. On May 8th, 2025, Michael Capachione, Sr. of Wareham, Massachusetts passed away at the age of 70...
Manuel F. Spencer, 93
WAREHAM – Manuel F. Spencer, 93, of Wareham, died Friday, May 9, 2025 at Tobey Hospital in Wareham. He was the husband of...
Gary James Ramos, 66
Gary James Ramos, 66, of Wareham, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025. He was the husband of Deborah (Lopes) Ramos...
Jared M. Cardoza, 32
WAREHAM – Jared M. Cardoza, 32, of Wareham, died Thursday, May 1, 2025 unexpectedly.Born in Wareham, he was the son of...
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...
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Orchestrating a night to remember with the spring concert
Judging books by covers, content and first impressions at book tasting event
Wareham students show up and out at Unified Game Day at Tabor Academy
Wareham Middle School announces April Students of the Month
What’s cookin? Chili competition raises money for the Onset Bay Association
Shuck yeah! Oyster Fest 2025 draws close
Play ball! Youth baseball season begins
Wareham squared: Group to travel to twin town in England
Non-sewer user Sewer Commission seat wrongly put on May 6 ballot
Creative creations: Student artists put on multi-media gallery
Sports
Play ball! Youth baseball season begins
It’s baseball season in Wareham and opening day for Wareham Youth Baseball couldn’t be deterred by bad weather. Wareham...
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....
Raise money for the homeless while walking through town
The Church of the Good Shepherd and the Wareham Area Clergy Association is hosting their annual Wareham Walks for the...
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...
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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...
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...
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
Copilot could soon auto-open in Microsoft Edge
ACT Smart IT
May 12
Microsoft is really leaning into AI lately. And its latest idea is to make Copilot open...
IRON IN WATER SOLUTIONS
H2O Care
May 12
IRON IN WATER SOLUTIONS
The EPA recommended maximum allowable level for iron in water as...
CREATING TEXTURE WITH WATERCOLOR
Friends of Dartmouth Libraries
May 12
Join the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries for a two-hour workshop that will explore techniques...
Charm Bar Party at Tide & True
Tide & True
May 12
We're having a charm bar party! Come by and design your own charm bracelet or necklace in silver or...
Wareham Gatemen seeking South Coast host families
Wareham Gatemen
May 10
As the Wareham Gatemen gear up for another exciting summer at the newly renovated Spillane Field,...
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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ACT Smart IT
May 08
Updated with password exporting instructions! Saving passwords in Chrome (or any browser, for that...
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,...
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Upcoming Events
Today
9:00 am
Trail Day fun at the Red brook Trail Network
6:00 pm
Up in arms: Democratic committee to discuss upcoming...
Wednesday, May 14
5:00 pm
Wareham Elks to honor Students of the Month
Thursday, May 15
4:00 pm
to
5:30 pm
Create collages and more with local artists
Saturday, May 17
9:00 am
to
12:00 pm
A blooming sale from the Wareham Garden Club
9:30 am
to
11:00 am
Cereal-sly fun: Eat good at the free community...
10:00 am
to
4:00 pm
Charm Bar Party at Tide & True
Sunday, May 18
11:00 am
Join the flock: Annual rubber duck race approaches
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Raise money for the homeless while walking through town
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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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GET YOUR YARD READY FOR SUMMER FUN...
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Real Estate
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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