‘Cabin fevers’ lower as temperatures rise in MiddleboroMIDDLEBORO — With sunshine and nearly 50 degree weather on Saturday, residents are addressing “… Lakeville Fire Department asks residents for hydrant-help, turkeys pitch inLAKEVILLE — While turkeys peck away snow around the Lakeville fire station’s fire hydrants, the… Identity and cause of death remain unknown for 68-year-old man who died following neighbor dispute in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO — Neighbors are still looking for answers as law enforcement officials have not provided… Perkins contract approved after concerns raised about responsibilities MIDDLEBORO — Select Board members have approved a contract for Joseph Perkins to serve as interim… Schools to close on Friday, marking fifth day of closuresFreetown-Lakeville and Middleboro public schools will close on Friday, Feb. 27, due to safety… What's New Lakeville COA to host presentation on vaccines through the ages Sign up for a free tree Mary Treasa Wordell (Doyle), 86 One man dead following neighbor dispute at Middleboro home Marjorie A. (Horn) Whittaker, 100 Most Popular Identity and cause of death remain unknown for 68-year-old man who died following neighbor dispute in Middleboro Central Cafe stays open, residents watch the snowdrifts grow in Middleboro Schools and town offices to close again on Wednesday Roadways see clearing but more work to be done after 30 inches of snow lands in Middleboro No injuries reported after Hannaford Supermarket and Aubuchon Hardware evacuated for major gas leak News ‘Cabin fevers’ lower as temperatures rise in Middleboro MIDDLEBORO — With sunshine and nearly 50 degree weather on Saturday, residents are addressing “cabin fever” by getting… Lakeville Fire Department asks residents for hydrant-help, turkeys pitch in LAKEVILLE — While turkeys peck away snow around the Lakeville fire station’s fire hydrants, the fire department is asking… Perkins contract approved after concerns raised about responsibilities MIDDLEBORO — Select Board members have approved a contract for Joseph Perkins to serve as interim town manager but not… Schools to close on Friday, marking fifth day of closures Freetown-Lakeville and Middleboro public schools will close on Friday, Feb. 27, due to safety hazards and poor road… Schools to close again on Thursday Freetown-Lakeville and Middleboro public schools will close on Thursday, Feb. 26, due to safety hazards and poor road… Schools Lakeville and Middleboro schools to close on Tuesday Freetown-Lakeville and Middleboro public schools will close on Tuesday, Feb. 24, due to winter storm conditions. Both… School closures, parking bans and Sunday storm forecast Middleboro and Lakeville are expected to be hit by blizzard conditions closing schools and starting parking bans beginning… Rise in special education tuition creates budgetary friction for Middleboro public schools MIDDLEBORO — Middleboro public schools are experiencing budget constraints as tuition costs for special education services… Obituaries Mary Treasa Wordell (Doyle), 86 Mary Treasa Wordell (Doyle) passed away at the age of 86 on January 26, 2026 surrounded by loved ones in Naples, Florida.… Marjorie A. (Horn) Whittaker, 100 GRAFTON, NEW HAMPSHIRE - Marjorie A. (Horn) Whittaker, age 100, of Grafton, New Hampshire, formerly… Margaret M. Frew-Nehms On February 11, 2026, after a long battle with frontotemporal dementia, Margaret M. Frew-Nehms passed away peacefully… Derek Richard Ducasse, 52 MIDDLEBOROUGH - Derek Richard Ducasse, age 52, of Middleborough, died suddenly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026,… M. 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Jane Einstein, age 93, beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, at Morton… ‘Cabin fevers’ lower as temperatures rise in Middleboro Lakeville Fire Department asks residents for hydrant-help, turkeys pitch in Identity and cause of death remain unknown for 68-year-old man who died following neighbor dispute in Middleboro Perkins contract approved after concerns raised about responsibilities Schools to close on Friday, marking fifth day of closures Schools to close again on Thursday No injuries reported after Hannaford Supermarket and Aubuchon Hardware evacuated for major gas leak Lakeville awaits state aid for ‘slow going’ blizzard cleanup Middleboro plows through blizzard cleanup after 36 inches makes landfall Roadways see clearing but more work to be done after 30 inches of snow lands in Middleboro Sports PHOTOS: Lakers boys basketball team ends season in loss against Wareham Vikings The Lakers regular season has come to an end with a 91-53 loss to the Wareham Vikings. The Monday, Feb. 16 game closed out… One pool, four schools: Apponequet combined swim team making shared waves With both Middleboro and Apponequet High School pools out of commission, a new combined swim team of 31 athletes are… Police, Fire & Courts Middleboro first responders recognized for life-saving actions while aiding Lakeville firefighter LAKEVILLE — Lakeville town officials formally recognized two Middleboro first responders who provided life-saving aid to the… Duxbury man charged for drug distribution in Middleboro and neighboring towns MIDDLEBORO — A Duxbury man has been charged with possession and intent to distribute controlled substances in the greater… Lakeville Fire Department asks for hydrant help LAKEVILLE — After the recent snowfall, the Lakeville Fire Department is asking residents to help keep Lakeville safe. Many… People 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… Lakeville resident shares resources and builds community to demystify menopause LAKEVILLE — A Lakeville resident and wellness coach is creating spaces and sharing health tips for people experiencing… Smart cookies: FreeLake Girl Scouts learn life skills one box at a time LAKEVILLE — The Girl Scout Cookie season is in full swing, and three scouts from FreeLake troops have big goals for the year… Hope Anderson’s mission is in her name MIDDLEBORO — When Hope Anderson was born 23 years ago, doctors doubted her future and her parents were unsure if she would… Happenings Things to do: Feb. 19 - Feb. 25 FRIDAY, FEB. 20 Dinner and a show fundraiser MIDDLEBORO — On Friday, Feb. 20, the North Congregational Church will be… Valentines Day at the Lakeville COA marked with Bingo fun and love-song music LAKEVILLE — Community members and older adults celebrated Valentine’s Day with a special edition Friday Café at the… Veterans can have a cup of Joe and find what to know MIDDLEBORO — A weekly social club for veterans gathers in Middleboro and Brockton every week. The Middleboro Elks host… Free monthly meal for veterans MIDDLEBORO — All veterans are welcomed to the Middleboro Elks’ monthly lunch for veterans. The Elks host the free lunch… Lakeville seeks photographers to show the beauty of town LAKEVILLE — Calling all photographers, the Town of Lakeville is seeking pictures showing off Lakeville’s natural beauty and… Arts Jazzy free concert fills Middleboro Town Hall with Broadway hits MIDDLEBORO — Musical historian and singer John Murelle and pianist Brandon Santini filled the Middleboro Town Hall ballroom… From Our Members EVENING BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NETWORKING EVENT Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce Feb 27 Join us for an engaging after-hours event in a welcoming environment. Build new… Mary Cassatt, A New Woman Friends of Dartmouth Libraries Feb 22 Join the Friends of the Dartmouth… Southcoast Health Welcomes Seven New Providers to Expand Patient Care Southcoast Health Feb 18 Southcoast Health is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit… How to Talk to Your Adult Children About Inheritance and Estate Planning BankFive Feb 18 Talking about money can feel uncomfortable for many families, especially when the topic is… Upcoming Events Tuesday, March 3 6:30 pm Learn life-saving skills at upcoming Lakeville Lions... 6:30 pm Thursday, March 5 3:00 pm to9:00 pm Enjoy Lucky Goat Brewing & Support Damien's Pantry