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Fall Town Meeting warrant closed

The Select Board voted to close the warrant for the Fall Town Meeting and approved submitted articles at the Tuesday, Sept. 16 meeting. Fall Town Meeting is set to take place at Wareham Highschool at 7 Viking Drive on Monday, Oct. 27. The warrant,...

Town receives last of Covid-19 relief funds

Wareham has received the final check from the Plymouth County Commissioners as part of Plymouth County's American Rescue Plan Act. The multi-year plan helped states, territories, tribal and local governments respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and has...
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Rise and shine: Cranberry harvest gets an early start

The cranberry harvest is underway and A.D. Makepeace, one of the world’s largest cranberry growers, is expecting a good harvest, according to Makepeace’s Vice President of Marketing and Communication Linda Burke. “It’s looking good, in large part...

Missing Middleboro woman last seen in Wareham

41-year-old Amy Nadolny from Middleboro was last seen and heard from near Narrow's Crossing Restaurant at 1 Narrows Road in Wareham, Sunday, Sept. 7. A lifelong Middleboro resident according to her mother, Patrica Nadolny, she was last heard from...

Town sends 20 year sewer plan for state approval

The town has submitted the comprehensive wastewater management plan for state review and the public will soon be able to provide their feedback on it. The plan outlines Wareham’s steps over the next 20 years to reduce nitrogen in town water by...

Police raise $5,000 for kids with cancer

Wareham Police hit the links for a cause in the Wareham Police Association’s 7th annual golf tournament raising money for Cops for Kids with Cancer. Cops for Kids with Cancer is a non-profit that helps local police departments raise money for...

What does Wareham taste like?: Turning Point raises funds with food

Through endless chatter and good smells from every direction, those entering the Elks Lodge could feel the warmth of camaraderie from friends — and the heat plates beneath serving dishes. Turning Point's annual Taste of Our Town fundraiser returned...

State Sen. Kelly Dooner talks electric vehicles, gun laws and more at luncheon

LAKEVILLE — 3rd Bristol District State Sen. Kelly Dooner and other elected officials brought Beacon Hill to the South Coast to talk government transparency, economic policy and gun laws. Joining Dooner was State Auditor Diana DiZoglio attended as...

Wood you look at that: Classic car meetup combines modern metal with old school wood

While today’s cars are constructed with cutting edge materials, sometimes there’s nothing wrong with going back to the basics. Cars from the 20th century made their way out of the garage and into the spotlight during the 9th annual Woodie Car Show...

Relay for Life raises thousands for cancer research

Over 100 people walked laps to honor those who have battled cancer and raised thousands for cancer research. Relay for Life took place Saturday, Sept. 13 on the track near the middle school. The nine hour walking event has been held in Wareham...

Talk about a hands on event: D&J hosts third annual Touch-a-Truck

With cars parked bumper to bumper up Charge Pond Road and non-stop honking flowing through the trees, children exited the parking lot of Landscapes by D&J with looks of joy on painted faces. The third annual Touch-a-Truck event was held Saturday...

Wareham Youth Soccer kicks off new season with goals of having fun

Usually with soccer games, when dozens of parents shout to their children that they're kicking into the opposing teams goal — it counts negatively to the overall score. But with Wareham Youth Soccer, there is no counting at all. The soccer club was...

Vikings girls volleyball is serving up a new season

With a spike of enthusiasm in the air for fall sports, Wareham Week is catching up with each team to get the scoop on the upcoming season, who the players to watch are and more. The girls varsity volleyball team is coming off of a 20 win three loss...

Level one drought issued for town

The town of Wareham under the guidance of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has issued a level one, or, mild drought status for Wareham Wednesday, Sept. 10. The department cites below normal rainfall from the last three months...

Wareham Fire Chief John Kelley returns to work

Wareham Fire Chief John Kelley returned to work for the first time in eight months after sustaining a work-related injury. “It’s nice to be back, it’s obviously a job that I love to do,” Kelley said. “I missed it when I was out but now I’m back and...

Ready, set, glow: Onset Bay turns neon

With the pink and orange sunset setting the scene, colors rippled through the dark waters of Onset Bay as dozens of neon-clad kayaks, paddle boards and canoes made their way around Wicketts Island and back. The Onset Bay Center hosted its second...

A beacon of new beginnings: Lighthouse Gate signs restored

With a new coat of paint and fresh flowers, the signs on the gate to the town of Wareham might look a little different to residents. The signs which read, “Welcome to Wareham, Inc. 1739” and “Gateway to Cape Cod” on the other were originally...

Beyond a Facebook post: Be Like Cliff

Before the ribbon cuttings, years of development and laughter of children playing on modern playground equipment — there was a man with a trash bag and a wagon who silently cleaned Lopes Park unprompted. Clifford Robinson, better known to the...

Town thanks Anthony Veilleux for help in July storm

Wareham Emergency Management presented Eversource Community Relations Specialist Anthony Veilleux with a plaque thanking him for his work during the July 3 microburst. The storm left 50,000 people across the South Coast including over 70% of people...

Forgotten history: An Onset resident is diving deep into the village’s past

With the deed to his 1890s house in hand and a thirst to study history, Onset resident Peter Markow is embarking on a journey through time. Markow is using library resources, post cards, house deeds and interviews to chronicle the complete history...

Wareham High Night School to move into its own building

The Wareham High Night School is moving to its own permanent location after years of sharing classrooms with day school students. The night school, also called the Pathways to Academic Student Success Program, offers students the opportunity to earn...

Paraprofessional contract negotiations remain undecided

After months of negotiations between the Wareham Education Association and Wareham School Committee, committee members voted down paraprofessional contract negotiations 2 to 3 at the Thursday, Aug. 21 committee meeting. Unit C negotiations, or...

Things to do Sept. 4-Sept. 11

Saturday, Sept. 6 Crafting it up Trinity Christian Church is hosting a Harvest Fair and Luncheon Saturday, Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 462 Main Street. The fair will include homemade, crafts, auctions,...

Select Board appoints members to new Zoning Bylaw Review and Revision Steering Committee

The newly formed Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review and Revision Steering Committee has found its members. Seven people were appointed to the committee at the Tuesday, Sept. 2 Select Board meeting including Clerk Sarah Corbitt as Select Board...

Yacht narrowly misses Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge

Wareham Natural Resource Officers responded to the scene of a large motor yacht in the Cape Cod Canal that had lost propulsion heading toward the bridge at approximately 1 p.m., Saturday Aug. 30. A loss of propulsion means the engine or motor was...

Diamonds in the rough: Threatened turtles to be safely returned to the wild

A group of three-day old turtles were the guest of honor at a party celebrating their release back into the wild. A small crowd got together at Briarwood Beach Sunday, Aug. 31 to take a look at three-day-old Diamondback Terrapin turtles that were...

Over 1,500 red flares light up Onset Bay during Illumination Night

As the sun sets over Onset bay, that’s generally the cue for beachgoers that the day is over and it’s time to head home. But during illumination, Onset Beach and Bayview Park were packed with people waiting to see the bay shine bright in the night...

Walking for a cause

To honor both cancer survivors and those that lost their battle with cancer, the Relay for Life is returning for the second year in a row. Organizer Tricia Hackett Turner said that she is glad the event continues to return to Wareham after taking a...

How a campground led to funding for cancer research

Though the Pan-Mass Challenge zipped through Wareham in early August, the stories from those braving the roads on bikes stretch far beyond the two day event. Carver resident Denise McFarlane spent many summers at Maple Park with her twin sister Jen...

Get a taste of the South Coast with Turning Point’s annual food fundraiser

Turning Point of Wareham’s Taste of Our Town fundraiser is returning for the third consecutive year to benefit the nonprofit’s mission of helping people experiencing homelessness across the South Coast. Restaurants and food trucks from the area will...

Things to do Aug. 28-Sept. 4

Saturday, Aug. 30 Shine bright in Onset Let it glow at the Onset Bay Association's Illumination night. The event will be on Saturday, Aug. 30 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Bay View Park and Onset Beach on Onset...

A round of applause for Millie Garcia

What started as a sewer pipe collapse in 2016 has ended with a reception and many thanks to one Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection employee. Current Assistant Commissioner for the department, Millie Garcia, played a pivotal role in...

‘It fills my heart and soul’: Summer of Love concerts come to a close

For 10 weeks during the summer, there is one place to be every Wednesday night to hear live music, shop locally and be a part of the Onset and Wareham community. The Onset Bay Association’s 17th annual Summer of Love concert series concluded...

Work to begin later this year on Weweantic River bridges

Construction on the Marion-Wareham and Wareham Bridges is scheduled to begin in late 2025, officials from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced at a public hearing on Thursday, Aug. 21. According to Project Manager Valerie Kilduff...

Tobey Hospital recognized as leader in supporting nurses

Tobey Hospital recently received the Pathways to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, making them one of the state’s leading hospitals when it comes to supporting their nursing staff. Tobey is now the fourth hospital...

Glen Charlie Pond clear from algae bloom

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has deemed Glen Charlie Pond safe from the presence of an algae bloom. After collecting a second water sample from the pond Tuesday, Aug. 19 the laboratory analysis showed a level of 0 cells/ml, which is...

Back to school bash makes the end of summer fun

As the hours of daylight are getting shorter and school supplies line the shelves in stores, those who run the Dudley Brown VFW in Onset had a goal. "Lets have some fun before they go back to school," Treasurer Naomi Tavares said. With bounce houses...

Blast from the past: Onset Historical Society hosts first ever event

From a summertime spiritualist camp to the community it is today, all things Onset were on full display. The Onset Historical Society held their inaugural event at Salerno’s Function Hall Sunday, Aug. 24. The society is being spearheaded by lifetime...

Automotive history on display at the Car, Truck and Tractor show

If the restored interiors of vintage vehicles could talk, they would tell stories of love, family and history. Cape Cod Maple Park Campground and RV Park held it's annual Car, Truck and Tractor show Saturday, Aug. 23., celebrating 10 years of...

Tattoo weekend brings ink-credible crowd to Main Street

As hundreds of drivers buzzed past turning their heads, a line of eager people formed down Main Street. The Grey Witches’ Gallery and Tattoo draws crowds three times a year with a $50 tattoo weekend. Customers can choose from a variety of tattoos...

UPDATED: Police issue alert for missing teen

The Wareham Police Department issued an alert for 14-year-old Ciana Carbone last seen near Depot Street at 5 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 22. Ciana was found safe later in the afternoon.

Drive for Damien’s Food Pantry in motorcycle run

Go full throttle for food with Damien’s Food Pantry in a 45 mile motorcycle ride through the South Coast. Riders will take off from Damien’s at 242 Marion Road Sunday, Sept. 7 at 11 a.m. and take a scenic drive of the area before ending at Redmen...

Raise money on the links with the Wareham Community Associates

Drive, chip and putt to raise scholarship money at the Wareham Community Associates second annual golf tournament fundraiser. Each year, the associates raise scholarship money for high school students and switched from their usual clambake to a golf...

Things to do Aug. 21-Aug.28

Thursday, Aug. 21 Bargains abound The Friends of the Wareham Free Library will be hosting a book sale. At the Wareham Free Library, 59 Marion Road. The sale will take place the following dates: Thursday, Aug. 21...

Town establishes new committee to review all zoning bylaws

The Select Board has established a new committee aimed at helping the planning board review all zoning bylaws to propose changes at next year’s spring Town Meeting. The Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Review and Revision Steering Committee will be made...

Chamber of Commerce hosts gala in town

The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce took their annual Summer Spectacular to the gateway town this year. Hosting the event at Warren’s Harborview at 59 Main Street in Wareham on Wednesday, Aug. 13, guests were invited to eat, enjoy each...

Lighten up at OBA Illumination night

Let it glow at the Onset Bay Association's Illumination night. The event will be on Saturday, Aug. 30 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Bay View Park and Onset Beach on Onset Avenue. At 9 p.m., flares will be lit and burn for approximately 30 minutes...

Stirring up change: Wareham chef gives back to the homeless

With gloves at the ready and a kitchen waiting to be used, owner and founder of Minkle Boys Catering Company, Danny Minkle, picked up a phone call for a promise he made three years ago. "We talked about this before Frogfoot Farm even existed, now it...

A cup of joe and some captivating conversation

Espresso yourself and discuss important topics at the “Veterans Coffee Hour,” a weekly social coffee hour hosted by the Council on Aging's Veterans’ Agent Vinnie Fountaine. The coffee hour will take place at 9 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each...

An event that will litter-ally clean up the town

Help fellow Warehamites clean up the town at the next Don’t Trash Wareham event. The next clean up will be on Saturday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 5. This is a town wide clean up event. Residents are encouraged to adopt an area, or simply step outside...

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