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Meeting to discuss community preservation projects

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Community Preservation Committee welcomes the community to learn about the committee’s work at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20 at the Lakeville Police Station, 323 Bedford St. This public hearing gives residents the chance to...

St. Vincent de Paul Society of Middleboro celebrates 20 years of giving

MIDDLEBORO — The St. Vincent de Paul Society of Middleboro is celebrating its 20 th anniversary this month. The society’s work includes support of the food pantry at Sacred Heart Church and the Giving Tree holiday program. In the early summer of...

Middleboro budget of $113 million has lowest percentage increase in years

MIDDLEBORO — Next year’s Middleboro budget of $113 million represents the lowest percentage increase in five years, Town Manager Jay McGrail told Select Board members at their Feb. 3 meeting. The total figure of $113,308,199 reflects a 5.06 percent...

Girl Scouts selling sweet treats for good causes

LAKEVILLE — It’s a sweet season for cookie fans and Girl Scout supporters. Girl Scout cookies are available through March in booths located at area businesses. The Lakeville and Freetown Scouts are selling cookies at Baldies, Nellie Rose Diner, Red...

Who will wear the crown of Soule sweetheart?

MIDDLEBORO — Who is the GOAT? Felicity or Fernando? They are both goats at the Soule Homestead Education Center. But only one will wear the crown of Soule’s sweetheart. The community is invited to determine the winner through donations. Whichever...

Safety improvements eyed for intersection where teen was fatally struck

MIDDLEBORO — Short and long-term plans are underway to make safety improvements at the intersection where a Middleboro teen was killed in a pedestrian accident May 14, 2023. Dylan Levesque, 15, was struck by a vehicle while walking across East Grove...

Lakeville mulls purchase of land eyed for 40B development

LAKEVILLE — Lakeville has taken very preliminary steps toward possibly purchasing land on Freetown Street being eyed for housing development. Newly hired Town Planner Nancy Durfee told town officials at a meeting Jan. 30 that she will look into...

Sustainable Middleboro gives advice to stay warm while saving cash

MIDDLEBORO — Cold winter weather can be a good time to sleuth for air leaks in homes, Sustainable Middleboro reports. Air leaks account for 25 percent to 40 percent of the energy used for heating and cooling most homes. Sealing those leaks can...

Eight businesses cited for selling tobacco products to minors

MIDDLEBORO — Eight tobacco establishments received fines from the select board Jan. 27 for selling tobacco products to minors. They also got strong words from officials, who reminded them that tobacco products cannot be sold to anyone younger than...

Healey honored for 40 years of service and counting

MIDDLEBORO — John “Jack’’ Jack Healey leaves a big hole to fill as he retires from the Planning Board, board chair Allin Frawley told the select board at their Jan. 27 meeting. That hole is filled with town experience dating back 40 years, when...

Today’s the day: Voters to decide on new fire station

LAKEVILLE — Lakeville voters go to the polls today to decide whether the town should build a new fire station with an estimated cost of $21 million. Voting will take place from noon to 8 p.m. at the Ted Williams Camp at 28 Precinct St. They will be...

Service to dedicate Madison Gallagher blanket project

The Lakeville United Church of Christ will have a joint Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 with North Congregational Church United Church of Christ. Part of the service will also focus on the Madison E. Gallagher Blanket Project dedication...

Service Feb. 2 to honor Four Chaplains

MIDDLEBORO — A memorial service to the four chaplains will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 at the First Baptist Church, 111 Plymouth St., Middleboro. The service remembers the sacrifice of four Army chaplains who were aboard the SS Dorchester...

You otter see them: Adorable creatures romp in Lakeville

LAKEVILLE — Aw, check out these otters. Kathie Wing generously shared images of otters at play in one of Lakeville’s many waterways. She preferred to keep the specific location of this sighting private, but shares that she has observed the lively...

Middleboro alum explores mysteries of the ocean with Rotary Club

Michelle Cusolito, an alum of Burkland School in Middleboro, shared stories of her scientific research at sea during her visit to the Middleboro Rotary Club Jan. 8. The stories were drawn from the science writer and author’s book,”A Window Into the...

Warning issued as public reports dead, ailing geese in Lakeville

LAKEVILLE — Numerous reports of ailing or dead wild birds have been reported in Lakeville this week, just as the state has warned residents to avoid handling sick or deceased birds due to an apparent outbreak of bird flu in at least one nearby...

‘Bring back my Bonnie!’: Lakeville dog returns home with help from community

LAKEVILLE — Lakeville resident Monica Donnelly knew she was in the dog house when she received an urgent call from her parents telling her that her family’s beloved border collie, Bonnie, had run away while she was three and half hours away from...

Lakeville could face $1 million lawsuit from former school superintendent Strauss

LAKEVILLE – Lakeville could owe former Superintendent of Schools Alan Strauss as much as $1 million after two Freetown-Lakeville School Committee members defamed him by questioning whether he was actually sick with leukemia, according to a letter...

Lakeville Lions to raffle off e-bikes

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Lions Club is celebrating 65 years of community service with a special drawing. The club is offering a limited chance to win two Electra Townie Go adult e-bikes, with a total value of $3,800. ] With only 100 tickets...

Whooo are you? Snowy owl sculpture swoops in

LAKEVILLE — The several inches of snow that fell in Lakeville gave Dawn Gould the chance to create a snowy owl sculpture on her back porch. When it was finished, she carefully carried it through her home to her front porch to share with her...

Gift provided with warmth: World War II veteran receives ‘Quilt of Valor’ uilt

MIDDLEBORO — Private First Class Arthur Shaw, who was a paratrooper in World War II, serving in the 82nd airborne division, received a “Quilt of Valor’’ Jan. 16 at the monthly veterans lunch at Middleboro Elks Lodge 1274. Sharon Cumisky presented a...

Elks donate to support those with special needs

The Middleboro Elks recently presented $2,000 checks to two local organizations that provide support to individuals with special needs. The Heart in Art will be using their grant to help people that can not afford to attend classes or programs,...

State rejects tax break plan, issue now returns to voters

MIDDLEBORO — The state has rejected a tax break plan approved by Special Town Meeting voters for a company seeking to relocate to Middleboro, forcing a second vote, Town Manager Jay McGrail told the Select Board at their Jan. 13 meeting. The issue...

Nearly 5,000 gifts presented to children over holidays through food pantry program

MIDDLEBORO — The 2024 Giving Tree Program from the Sacred Heart Food Pantry was a huge success, providing nearly 5,000 gifts to children in need in Middleboro and several dozen patients in local nursing homes who otherwise would have received no...

Dog rescued from Precinct Street to get new leash on life

MIDDLEBORO — The final dog removed from a Precinct Street home following a situation that led to animal cruelty charges is available for adoption from the Middleboro shelter and received enthusiastic response. Tanner is a neutered male, about 4 to 5...

Financial workshop scheduled for veterans, families

MIDDLEBORO — Operation Money Wise, a financial workshop for veterans and their spouses will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28 at the Fireside Grille, 30 Bedford St., Middleboro. Subjects will include efficiency and protection planning, budgeting...

Ski Club open to community

MIDDLEBORO — The Central Congregational Church in Middleboro invites the community to ski and snowboard with them most Saturdays at the Blue Hills Ski Area. The ski club, known as the Crusaders Ski Team is open to everyone in the region. All ages...

Middleboro schedules senior activities

MIDDLEBORO — Here is a sampling of programs offered in January at the Middleboro Council on Aging. Acoustic musician Ken Monteiro performs live at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, with a blend of modern and classic favorites from rock and country genres...

Lakeville seniors have variety of activities in January

LAKEVILLE — Here is a sampling of events scheduled at the Lakeville Senior Center in January. A hearing clinic will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 9. Appointments are required, call 508-947-7224 and press 1. A support group for those...

Lakeville select board members question proposed 40B project

LAKEVILLE — Members of the Lakeville Select Board raised questions at their Jan. 6 meeting about the viability of a proposed 40B project off Freetown Street and asked whether the state’s requirement for affordable housing should be lessened for...

Lakeville man indicted in connection with fatal crash

LAKEVILLE — A Lakeville man was indicted Friday, Jan. 3 on charges relating to a 2024 fatal motor vehicle crash which he is accused of causing while driving under the influence, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz has announced. David...

Sachems start 2025 playing their ‘brand of basketball’

MIDDLEBORO — The Sachems will not rest until another black and orange banner hangs against the walls of the Middleboro High School gym. “We made it to the Elite 8 last year, so expectations are high,” said Sachems Head Coach Joe Pauze, who says he...

Lakers boys basketball faces fierce competition

LAKEVILLE— The Lakers are feeling the effects of ratcheting up their level of competition from last year. Apponequet was hit with the toughest part of the competition season right out of the gate, said Lakers Head Coach Jim Cabucio. After four...

Teen volunteers to fill Rotary book boxes

MIDDLEBORO — Jake Quevillon, 17, recently offered his community service hours to help restock the eight little book boxes sponsored by the Middleboro Rotary Club. He visited each book box, rearranged the stock and added books for adults and children...

Middleboro resident Samia named Fairhaven interim town administrator

MIDDLEBORO — Middleboro resident George Samia has been selected as the acting town administrator for Fairhaven. Fairhaven select board members voted Samia as an interim replacement for Angeline Lopes Ellison, who left in October 2024 when she and...

Dooner sworn in as state senator representing Middleboro

Newly elected State Sen. Kelly Dooner, was sworn Wednesday, Jan. 1, to represent Middleboro and the rest of the 3rd Bristol and Plymouth District in the State Legislature. Dooner, a Republican, is taking over from Democrat Marc Pacheco who served...

Open burn season starts Jan. 15 in Lakeville, Middleboro

Residential open burning season begins Jan. 15 in Lakeville and Middleboro. In Lakeville, those who have held permits previously should receive an email with an invitation to renew the existing permit. New permit applications can be created by...

Middleboro makes some noise to welcome 2025

MIDDLEBORO — The new year did not arrive quietly in Middleboro. And that was the plan as Middleboro celebrated its first New Year’s Eve celebration at the Peirce Playground Dec. 31. A noise parade, led by the Middleboro High School band and complete...

Rotary donates to Robbins Museum

MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Rotary Club recently donated $250 to the Robbins Museum in appreciation for opening their doors to club members and guests for a recent event. The donation was doubled by a Massachusetts Archaeological Society benefactor...

Zoning bylaw could change Rocky Woods plan

LAKEVILLE — Lakeville is considering a new bylaw that would change the scope of the controversial proposed 200-unit 40B Rocky Woods housing development off Freetown Street. At a Dec. 26 meeting of the Planning Board, representatives from the...

Dermody Cleaners kicks off 32nd year of collecting Coats for Kids

LAKEVILLE — Dermody Cleaners has collected and cleaned more than 50,000 coats for children over the last 31 years, and the drive continues in 2025 when the business opens its doors to more donations for those in need for its 32nd year of community...

Middleboro land to be permanent home to box turtles

MIDDLEBORO — Whatever the future holds for development in town, Eastern box turtles will always have a home in Middleboro. Nearly 53 acres of land off Precinct and Thompson streets will be permanently protected for the turtle. Box turtles face a...

Dr. Daphne Remy Gomes appointed to Commission on Status of Women

MIDDLEBOROUGH — A Middleborough physician has been appointed to a two-year term on the Plymouth County Commission on the Status of Women, which gives a voice to and advocates on behalf of women and the policies that affect their health. Dr. Daphne C...

Meet John Gaskey, Middleboro’s newest state representative

Residents of Middleboro precincts 3, 6 and 7A will have a new face representing them as the 2nd Plymouth District State Representative after the first of the year. After serving 23 years in the Coast Guard, and having put his engineering skills to...

To help residents save on energy bills, Sustainable Middleboro hires navigator

MIDDLEBORO — Hayden Kane wants to save Middleboro residents money and energy on heating and cooling their homes. Kane started working this past year as the Weatherization Navigator for the local nonprofit Sustainable Middleboro. He is available for...

Two Lakeville caregivers honored for their efforts

LAKEVILLE — Two Lakeville caregivers were among those saluted for their efforts by Old Colony Elder Services, the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern...

Through words and whistles, business helps dogs hone herding skills

MIDDLEBORO — Watch a sheepdog in action and the origins of the term“laser-focused” become crystal clear. “There’s nothing more important than sheep to these dogs,” says Mike Perry, a dog trainer at Sheepdog Junction, an operation that trains herding...

Central Congregational Church hosts Christmas services

MIDDLEBORO — Central Congregational Church, 2 Webster St., Middleboro, invites the community to attend their Christmas services. On Sunday, December 22, at 9 and 11 a.m., two Christmas services will take place. The morning services will include the...

Out with a bang: Middleboro celebrates new year with parade, fireworks

MIDDLEBORO — Get ready to make some noise. In Middleboro, plans are underway to ensure 2024 will not end quietly. A noise parade, bonfire and fireworks will be the star attractions as Middleboro celebrates its inaugural New Year's Eve Celebration...

Berry special: Rotary members donate homemade bread to food pantry

MIDDLEBORO — Every year, Middleboro Rotary Club members donate funds to the Sacred Heart Food Pantry to help those less fortunate. They added a sweet treat this year. Rotary members personally baked cranberry bread loaves for the pantry. Cranberry...

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