Many organisms can cause acute diarrhea, including viruses such as the norovirus, bacteria such as salmonella, and parasites. Viruses have no specific treatment while bacteria and parasites have ...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Peter E. Sowden, age 83, on August 6, 2026. Peter was born on April 25th, 1943 in Lexington, Massachusetts, and grew up in Wilmington. In 1964, ...

I’ve lost count of the slings and arrows that can derail a gardener’s quest for a backyard Eden. Some are inevitable; others seem almost biblical in their determination to thwart us. This column is ...

The board began the meeting Tuesday by approving a Certificate of Compliance for the successfully completed Order of Conditions to install a seasonal metal retractable deck in Snipatuit Pond and an ...

On Friday, August 7, the Marion Yacht Club (MYC) hosts a wine tasting event from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. On Saturday, August 8, MYC members are invited to a potluck dinner. Bring your favorite appetizer ...

On July 9, all of Massachusetts was categorized as being in at least a Significant Drought, or Level 2 on a scale of 0 to 4, in an announcement by the state’s Executive Office of Energy and ...

The Mattapoisett Planning Board discussed a new strategy for the Cottage Community Development Bylaw and approved a preliminary plan for a three-lot subdivision at 182 North St. during its meeting on ...

The Rochester Select Board met on Monday, August 3, in Town Hall for its regular meeting following an Executive Session. The board appointed a new police officer, heard a presentation on an electronic ...

Nelson is pleased to announce Joshua Vanderquist as the new Assistant Principal of Rochester Memorial School. Vanderquist officially began his new role on July 1, succeeding Charles West, who was ...

Jerome Rand, author of Sailing Into Oblivion, presented an incredible account of his solo, non-stop circumnavigation of the globe at the Mattapoisett Yacht Club on Friday, July 31. He learned and ...

The Massachusetts election season is underway, and you’ve already probably received some campaign ads or seen some candidate signs on your drive through town. The Primary Elections for this year’s Mid ...