Dolly Parton's reading initiative starting in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO -- Dolly Parton’s global effort to encourage children’s love of reading is coming to… Interim school superintendent to be hired in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO -- An interim school superintendent will be hired with a start date of July 1,… Man facing child sex charges denied bail, deemed a danger PLYMOUTH -- A 41-year-old Hanson man who faces a series of child sex charges in three towns,… Old Colony, Bristol-Plymouth receive millions in state grants ROCHESTER — Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical and Bristol-Plymouth Regional Vocational… Flags planted by community with pride MIDDLEBORO -- When the call was put out to place flags on the graves of local veterans, the… What's New Free cleaning for job interviews at Dermody Crafts, retirement, roots featured at Lakeville Library Lakeville assessor's office to be closed May 4 Margaret Evelyn (Fabrizio) Apjohn, 82 Candidates sought for town manager search committee Most Popular 'Gas station heroin' no longer sold in Middleboro Director of Planning and Community Development post cut in Middleboro Give them shelter: Events scheduled to support animals Interim school superintendent to be hired in Middleboro Digging up a passion for archeology News Dolly Parton's reading initiative starting in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO -- Dolly Parton’s global effort to encourage children’s love of reading is coming to Middleboro. Peter H.… Old Colony, Bristol-Plymouth receive millions in state grants ROCHESTER — Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical and Bristol-Plymouth Regional Vocational Technical high schools… Container gardening workshop May 2 MIDDLEBORO -- You don’t need soil in your backyard to create a garden. A workshop on container gardening will teach… Flags planted by community with pride MIDDLEBORO -- When the call was put out to place flags on the graves of local veterans, the community stepped up. The… Lakeville to vote on tax override at May 19 special town election LAKEVILLE — On Tuesday, May 19, Lakeville voters will be asked to either approve or deny a Proposition 2 ½ override to meet… Schools Date set for Lakeville to revote Old Colony project LAKEVILLE -- The proposed $288 million Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School building project will be… Apponequet students take top three spots in business competition LAKEVILLE - Apponequet Regional High School students showed they meant business at the recent JA Titan Business Challenge… Interim school superintendent a possibility in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO - The community will weigh in on whether to bring on an interim school superintendent while a lengthier search… Opinion Letter to the Editor: Regarding Lakeville tax override To the Editor: Lakeville residents understand that the budget pressure facing the town is real. But before taxpayers are… Letter to the Editor: Regarding home medical care licensure To the Editor, As a certified home health professional, I see every day how much trust families place in the caregivers who… Obituaries Margaret Evelyn (Fabrizio) Apjohn, 82 Margaret Evelyn (Fabrizio) Apjohn of Middleboro died peacefully on April 15, 2026 following a period of declining health.… Michael G. Eskholme, 62 Michael G. Eskholme of Middleboro died peacefully on March 5, 2026 in his home following a period of declining health.… Carol G. (Spence) MacKeigan, 75 Carol G. (Spence) MacKeigan of Middleboro, formerly of Watertown, died peacefully on April 14, 2026 in her home following a… JoAnne (Powers) Cadorette, 92 JoAnne (Powers) Cadorette, age 92 years, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026. She was the loving wife of James W.… Claire M. Phillips (Doiron), 92 CARVER -- Claire M. Phillips (Doiron), 92, of Carver, died at her home on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Born… Dolly Parton's reading initiative starting in Middleboro Interim school superintendent to be hired in Middleboro Man facing child sex charges denied bail, deemed a danger Old Colony, Bristol-Plymouth receive millions in state grants Flags planted by community with pride Director of Planning and Community Development post cut in Middleboro Dangerousness hearing set for man charged with child rape Give them shelter: Events scheduled to support animals 'Gas station heroin' no longer sold in Middleboro Felt workshop blends history, design Sports Lions Club to host annual golf tourney June 19 The Lakeville Lions Club will host its Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, June 19 at Heritage Hill Golf Course in Lakeville… And they're off! Lakeville, Middleboro runners at the Boston Marathon When the iconic Boston Marathon sets off Monday, April 20 from Hopkinton, 26 miles from the finish line in Boston,… Play ball! Middleboro Little League hits the field for opening day MIDDLEBORO -- The boys and girls of summer are back. Middleboro Little League hosted its opening day Saturday April 11… Police, Fire & Courts Man facing child sex charges denied bail, deemed a danger PLYMOUTH -- A 41-year-old Hanson man who faces a series of child sex charges in three towns, including Middleboro, has… Dangerousness hearing set for man charged with child rape PLYMOUTH -- A 41-year-old Hanson man faces a dangerousness hearing Thursday, April 30 after allegedly having multiple… Man charged with child rape and other charges, some in Middleboro A Hanson man is under arrest, charged with numerous human trafficking and child rape violations in Middleboro and two… Select board supports speed limit drop near new station LAKEVILLE -- Select board members agreed to take the first steps to potentially lowering the speed limit on Bedford Street… People Middleboro teenager uses creativity to care for the community MIDDLEBORO — Bracelet by bracelet, a Middleboro teenager shows support for her community. Shyanne Dunbar, 13, sells her… Middleboro teacher, outdoor educator promotes stewardship MIDDLEBORO — When Alan Harris isn’t in his Middleboro classroom teaching about nature, he can be found on Sippican Lands… Lakeville resident puts the ‘mad’ in science LAKEVILLE — The mad scientist of Lakeville lives for the “ah-hah” moments. Jonathan Breindel, also known as Jolting Jonathan… Arts Felt workshop blends history, design MIDDLEBORO -- Participants created vibrant two-dimensional images of birds and floral designs while connecting with the… Business Spring Market Day showcases local business MIDDLEBORO -- Local businesses in Middleboro will be in the spotlight during A Spring Market Day, to be held from 10 a.m.… Freitas Liquors owners bid bittersweet goodbye MIDDLEBORO -- After 40 years in the liquor business, Tony Freitas is ready for last call. Freitas Liquors, a mainstay for… History by the slice: Central Cafe to serve pizza at marathon MIDDLEBORO -- A Middleboro mainstay for pizza will make a slice of marathon history. Central Café of Middleboro has been… From Our Members May with the Wareham Land Trust Wareham Land Trust May 01 May with the Wareham Land Trust It's always a great time to be outside… Buying a Multi-Family Home: Pros, Cons, and Financing Tips BankFive May 01 Understanding how multi-family homes work and weighing their pros, cons, and financing options… Spring Pop-Up Shop at the Gleason Family YMCA YMCA Southcoast Apr 30 Spring Pop-Up Craft Fair at Gleason Family YMCA This Saturday, May 2 Wareham, MA… Damien's Pantry Motorcycle Run Damien’s Pantry Apr 29 Enjoy a 45-mile scenic drive through the Southcoast and support Damien's Pantry at the same time… Red Robin Gives Back to the OBA on May 21 Onset Bay Association Apr 28 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers in Wareham will be donating 20% of sales on Thursday, May 21, 2026,… Heidi's Boutique Pop Up at Tide & True Tide & True Apr 28 Heidi is coming back for the ultimate summer coastal and Lilly Pulitzer clothing pop up! Stop by… West End Mother's Day Stroll Tide & True Apr 27 Stroll through Onset's West End with three local businesses, Tide & True, Trevor's Art &… A Joyous Sound New Bedford Symphony Orchestra Apr 27 … Opening tonight! Collective Sightings: Visions of Grace, Harmony & Solitude Marion Art Center Apr 24 Collective Sightings: Visions of Grace, Harmony & SolitudeAngela C. Brown, Bill Clark,… Lots of Networking Opportunities! Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce Apr 23 Join us for one, or all of these great Business Connections events! Please be sure to register… Upcoming Events Today 11:00 am to2:00 pm Heidi's Boutique Pop Up at Tide & True 11:00 am to 2:00 pm