Woman found in Long Pond identified LAKEVILLE -- The woman whose body was located in Long Pond has been identified as Daisha Murphy,… Cooling centers open as Middleboro, Lakeville tackle heat wave Middleboro and Lakeville have taken steps to keep residents cool during the heat wave.… Woman's body recovered from Long Pond LAKEVILLE -- The body of a 24-year-old Brockton woman was located on Long Pond early Wednesday… Lakeville Police searching Long Pond after reports of missing personLAKEVILLE --- The public is asked to avoid the Long Pond area Tuesday June 30 while first… Surf park plan makes waves in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO -- Surfing in Middleboro? That unlikely sounding concept could become reality.… What's New Karen McIsaac, 77 Opinion: Beat the heat while cooling energy costs Paint Day with Amy July 15 Six Middleboro, Apponequet students honored by Southcoast Health Most Popular Surf park plan makes waves in Middleboro Woman's body recovered from Long Pond Lakeville Police searching Long Pond after reports of missing person Middleboro will paint the town red, white and blue for July Fourth Students make a case for Lakeville history News Cooling centers open as Middleboro, Lakeville tackle heat wave Middleboro and Lakeville have taken steps to keep residents cool during the heat wave. Coolingcenters will be available… Middleboro seeks 'progressive' and 'collaborative' Town Manager MIDDLEBORO -- Middleboro is seeking a “progressive, highly qualified and collaborative leader’’ to serve as its next town… Let the good times roll: New skatepark opens MIDDLEBORO -- They were on a roll. The traditional four-wheel traffic just off Middleboro Center briefly gave way to bikes… Middleboro library to close some days due to staff shortage MIDDLEBORO -- The Middleboro Public Library will be closed some days in July and August due to a staffing shortage, Library… Middleboro Conservation Commission seeks new member MIDDLEBORO -- The Middleboro Conservation Commission has an opening for a member. The meetings are the first and third… Schools Old Colony building project withdrawn after two voter rejections After two rejections from voters, the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School building project has been… Voters deny $288 million high school building project a second time LAKEVILLE — Residents in Lakeville headed to the polls on Saturday, June 20 and voted to deny the Old Colony Regional… Apponequet students receive Community Foundation scholarships Two Apponequet Regional High School students were among the recipients of scholarships presented by The SouthCoast… Opinion Opinion: Old Colony project offers strong return on investment To the editor: Six years ago, the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School District began a journey that will… Opinion: Supporting new Old Colony is a no-brainer To the Editor, Please vote “yes” for a new Old Colony Voc-Tech High School. My wife and I are both in our 70s, property… Opinion: Turn off the tap on PFAS To the editor: Earlier this month Middleboro’s Town Meeting voted to spend $62 million to treat harmful PFAS compounds in… Opinion: A new Old Colony building makes financial sense Sound financial sense is required for citizens to be truly informed. Taxes are a personal financial burden, but some… 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… Obituaries Karen McIsaac, 77 Karen McIsaac, 77, of Middleboro, Massachusetts passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body… Ann Marie (Graney) Paulson, 72 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ann Marie (Graney) Paulson, age 72, beloved wife of the late Philip… Jesse Carl Peterson, 47 MIDDLEBOROUGH - Jesse Carl Peterson, age 47, of Middleborough, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at… Virginia Day (Belrose) MacDonald, 84 QUINCY - Virginia Day (Belrose) MacDonald, age 84, of Quincy, formerly of Middleborough, died on Friday, June… Jillaine R. (Alphonse) Zion, 70 Jillaine R. (Alphonse) Zion of New Hampshire, formerly of Middleboro, Massachusetts, died peacefully on June 14, 2026,… Woman found in Long Pond identified Cooling centers open as Middleboro, Lakeville tackle heat wave Woman's body recovered from Long Pond Lakeville Police searching Long Pond after reports of missing person Surf park plan makes waves in Middleboro Summer concerts provide music to residents' ears Middleboro seeks 'progressive' and 'collaborative' Town Manager Let the good times roll: New skatepark opens Middleboro will paint the town red, white and blue for July Fourth Students make a case for Lakeville history Sports Dirt Divas make clean sweep of softball season MIDDLEBORO -- The Middleboro Dirt Divas had some good clean fun as they went undefeated in Middleboro Youth Softball play… A wheely big day planned as new skateboard park to open MIDDLEBORO -- After seven years of planning and work, the new Middleboro skatepark will be rolled out with a grand opening… Middleboro baseball beats Apponequet to win state championship WORCESTER — After holding on to a 2-1 lead against the Apponequet Lakers, the Middleboro Sachems won this year’s Division 3… Strong Apponequet softball season comes to end with loss WORCESTER -- The Apponequet Regional High School softball team fell short of the Division 3 state championship title after… Police, Fire & Courts Woman found in Long Pond identified LAKEVILLE -- The woman whose body was located in Long Pond has been identified as Daisha Murphy, 25, of Brockton, Plymouth… Middleboro men charged with sex crimes around World Cup games MIDDLEBORO -- Two Middleboro men were arrested on child sex charges during an investigation of possible child exploitation… Lakeville man, 19, shot, killed in Dorchester BOSTON -- A 19-year-old Lakeville man has been identified as the victim of a shooting in Dorchester Monday, June 22. Police… Lakeville Fire receives grant for medical equipment LAKEVILLE -- The Lakeville Fire Department received a grant to purchase video laryngoscopes through the 2026 Southcoast… Middleboro man charged with filming under skirt of girl, 13 MIDDLEBORO -- A Middleboro man has been arrested on charges he recorded beneath the skirt of a 13-year-old girl during a… People Lakeville cyclist to ride 80 miles for his 80th birthday LAKEVILLE -- Some people might celebrate their 80th birthdays with 80 candles and a party. Robert Friedman of Lakeville is… Arts Summer concerts provide music to residents' ears Chilling out on a summer evening while listening to music represents one of the season’s ultimate treats. Middleboro and… Music to fill the Lakeville air at summer concerts LAKEVILLE -- Grab a blanket and prepare to boogie. Four summer concerts are scheduled four Tuesdays in July, the Lakeville… Works by Lakeville landscape artist in quarter finals of Johnny Depp competition LAKEVILLE -- Jacquelin Medeiros, a fine art landscape photographer from Lakeville, is currently in the quarter finals in the… Christian artist to perform in Middleboro June 14 Sony recording artist Jamie Kimmett returns to the Central Congregational Church in Middleboro on Sunday June 14 at 9 and… 'Weird’ book club launches at Lakeville library LAKEVILLE -- Readers of books that are a bit strange, shocking, and weird can now join a brand new quarterly book club at… From Our Members July with the Wareham Land Trust Wareham Land Trust Jul 01 Summer is in full swing and July is a wonderful month to get outside, get creative, and… Optimum Wellness Announces GRAND OPENING! - Lakeville, MA Optimum Wellness Jun 27 A new approach to wellness has arrived in Lakeville, MA overlooking historic Assawomset Pond.… How to Build an Emergency Fund in 90 Days: A Step-by-Step Guide BankFive Jun 26 Life can change fast. Things like car repairs, medical bills, or job loss can hit unexpectedly… Cape Cod Mermaid Hair Pop Up at Tide & True Tide & True Jun 25 Cape Cod Mermaid Hair is swimming back to Tide & True for a fun 4th of July! Stop in for… Learn Scrimshaw Techniques Sippican Historical Society Jun 25 Scrimshaw is a folk art that whaling vessels crew members learned to pass the time while at sea… Gallery Talk: Salt & Light - Thursday, June 25 at 5:00 pm Marion Art Center Jun 23 Artist Talks in the MAC GalleriesSalt & LightKim Gatesman, Christy Gunnels,… The Sippican Woman's Club of Marion Awards $15,600 in Scholarships to Marion Residents Sippican Woman's Club Jun 23 The Sippican Woman's Club is pleased to announce that they have awarded $11,100.00 in… South Shore Golf Cars Opening Summer Party! South Shore Golf Cars Jun 19 Drive into Summer with South Shore Golf Cars! We're excited to announce our grand opening… How to Use Home Equity to Generate Passive Income BankFive Jun 18 For many homeowners, a house is more than just a place to live. It can also be a valuable… Upcoming Events Friday, July 3 7:00 am to10:00 am Damien's Pantry Summer Snack Bags Saturday, July 4 10:00 am to3:00 pm Cape Cod Mermaid Hair Pop Up at Tide & True 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Wednesday, July 8 6:30 pm to9:00 pm Onset Summer of Love Concerts begin 6/24!