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Cape Cod woman's death sparks battle over whether her horse should live
Efforts are underway in a Cape Cod town to save a horse whose owner died after expressing she had wanted the animal buried with her. Barbara Collins of Sandwich, Massachusetts, had a dying wish to be buried with her beloved horse, Brady — named after longtime Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
Rochester firefighter to take center stage in comedy event
According to Rochester firefighter and paramedic Mark Lawrence, having a good sense of humor is “almost a prerequisite” in his field of work. On Friday, May 17, Lawrence’s sense of humor, which he described as “absurd,” could help him take home a $5,000 prize. Lawrence...
Miss Peaches, rescue dog of Dave Portnoy, inspires South Shore restaurant
PEMBROKE – When Alumni Sports Cafe recently added the “Miss Peaches Pizza” to its specials menu, some regulars were initially skeptical, co-owner Linda Gibbons said. No middle ground exists when it comes to the pineapple-on-pizza debate: either you’re fervently for the tangy addition or bitterly against it. ...
Leo Keka is another step closer to opening his second Hanover restaurant
HANOVER – Restauranteur Leo Keka is one step closer to opening a second restaurant in Hanover, next door to his Alba on 53 on Washington Street. The select board this week unanimously approved a liquor license for Keka to open Scutari, an Italian restaurant, in Merchant's Row. Keka purchased Flanders Field in Merchant's Row, which closed in September. He said he hopes to have the restaurant open by the end of May. ...
Robot dog impresses at Rochester Memorial School
ROCHESTER — A dog was on the loose at Rochester Memorial School, but there was no worry of the canine biting students or going to the bathroom indoors as it strolled through the school gymnasium. That’s because the dog was a robot. Rochester Memorial School parent Kevin Garell...
Free guided butterfly walk - 4/27
Join us on the first of several free butterfly walks this weekend, Saturday April 27th at Myles Standish State Forest! This is an excellent walk for beginning butterfliers. Our guided walks are a great way to get to know more about the butterflies in our area early in the season and throughout the season. Bring the kids! All of our walks are family friendly.
Spyro Gyra, Cory Rodrigues & More to Perform at The Spire Center for Performing Arts
The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, Massachusetts, has revealed three new shows. Renowned Bassit Marshall Wood will perform with his quartet and Donna Byrne on August 1, Jazz fusion group Spyro Gyra will celebrate fifty years of playing on August 23, and comedian and Milton, Massachusetts native Corey Rodrigues will perform on September 6. Tickets go on sale Saturday, April 27, at 6:00 a.m at spirecenter.org.
Arbor Day Fair, celebrating Portuguese culture, 'Yart Sale' in Marion: Things To Do
If you need an answer to this age-old question for making plans, we’ve got you covered. In Things To Do, we take a look at, well, things to do, happening every week in the Greater Fall River area and around the SouthCoast. From weekdays to weekends, there’s always plenty...
How a Mass. couple turned their DIY wedding gifts into a worldwide home décor brand
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand spreading positive vibes to customers worldwide. In the video above, Host Rachel Holt talks with husband-and-wife owners Brian and Melanie O'Neil about their unique origin story in Massachusetts, and how they're continuing to grow their business.
Tri-Town writers and artists share work in latest issue of ‘Sippizine’
The latest issue of “Sippizine” includes the work of ten writers and artists from across the South Coast. The community culture journal, launched in 2023, encourages South Coast residents to interpret an idea from many perspectives. The theme of Sippizine’s third issue is “running.”. Marion, Mattapoisett,...
Library to host program on best small museums
MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Public Library will host a presentation on “The Best Small Museums in Massachusetts” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, with author, hiker and Massachusetts explorer Alison O’Leary. She will present a peek inside the collections of some of the dozens of unique,...
Marion Art Center announces three summer youth programs
MARION — The Marion Art Center will be holding three programs this summer for children of different ages. For kids ages 4 to 9, the Marion Art Center is offering “ArtStart,” a weekly program of arts and craft, theater, music, games and storytelling. The first session begins June 24 while the final session ends July 26.
Quilt exhibit, sewing class coming in May at Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — As part of its artist series, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library will be presenting a quilt exhibit during May. The exhibit, “April Showers Brought May Flowers” by Laurie Despres, will be available from May 1 to May 31. In the exhibit is the “Puddles and...
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