Vandalized war memorial fixed Nov 20, 2009
Cadose pleaded innocent to the 92 charges against him on Monday in Plymouth District Court. The younger boys a 15-year-old and two 14-year-olds will appear in court at a later date. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Inside the Six - Soccer Power Rankings Week 7 Nov 20, 2009
The public schools in our coverage area include: Abington, Braintree, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Marshfield, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth North, Plymouth South, Rockland, Scituate, Silver Lake, and Weymouth ... Plymouth North The Lady Eagles, the No. 10 seed in Division 1 South lost, 1-0, to No. 7 Wellesley ... Plymouth South The No. 13 seed in Division 2 South, the Lady Panthers went toe-to-toe in the first round with No. 4 Franklin, a behemoth out of the dangerous... (Scituate Mariner, MA)
VIDEO: DNA technology helps crack a Raynham robbery case Nov 19, 2009
Of that number, 15 were in Plymouth County, 32 in Bristol County and 44 in Norfolk County. But while most crimes solved by DNA in the past were homicides or sex crimes, authorities say advances in the technology are now giving other cases such as the robbery in the Raynham an investigative boost. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
MARSHFIELD COLUMN: Halls history Nov 19, 2009
Of the six children of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hall, five are living: George H., of Plymouth County; Joseph O. in the town of Plymouth; Charlotte A., who married James O. Hood, of Genesco, Illinois (deceased); and Sarah B., who married James Burbank, of Taunton (deceased). Elisha W. Hall was well educated, having attended public and private schools in East Marshfield, evening schools in Boston, and in addition taken a special private course of study. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Maresco passed over for Wareham job Nov 19, 2009
The other two finalists were Marshfield Board of Selectmen Chairman Michael Maresco and Robert Canevazzi of Plymouth. Though members of the board spoke highly of all three candidates, the decision came down to Andrews and Maresco. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Homeless advocates tell state: Keep high level sex offenders out of... Nov 19, 2009
Quincy and Plymouth are considering them. Civil liberties advocates say such restrictions in effect pile extra punishment on offenders, while a shelter exclusion would further remove them from contact. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Mattapoisett deaths ruled murder-suicide Nov 19, 2009
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz and Mattapoisett Police Chief Mary Lyons announced their findings Wednesday ... Wicked Local Marion, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02738. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Kingston Ten Pin and Alley Kat Lanes run food drive for homeless shelter Nov 19, 2009
Both alleys are running food drives to collect donations for the Plymouth Area Coalition for the Homeless ... All of the donations will go to the Kingston branch of the Plymouth Area Coalition for the Homeless ... The Coalition runs a family shelter and other support programs for needy individuals and families in the Kingston and Plymouth area. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Cargo ship crew fends off pirates Nov 19, 2009
To Captain Shane Murphy of Plymouth, an academy graduate who was Phillips s first mate during the April attack, yesterday s skirmish demonstrates that more ships need armed security when traveling the pirate-infested waters of the Indian Ocean. It s really no surprise that it happened again, Murphy said during a news conference at the maritime academy. (Boston Globe)
Vandals cause $15k in damage at Evergreen Cemetery Nov 19, 2009
We ve had residents call us, Hanscom Air Force Base called us, Plymouth County Jail offered its inmates to help ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
SCITUATE LETTER: Thanks to Hedlund and Cantwell Nov 19, 2009
The van will travel from Plymouth to Braintree. The seniors are picked up at their homes, brought to their appointments, picked up and returned to their home. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Union asks that work on Hanover high school be stopped Nov 19, 2009
A Plymouth Superior Court judge is considering this week whether to issue an injunction that could potentially stop, at least temporarily, construction work currently underway on the new Hanover High School. At a lengthy hearing on Monday (Nov. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Unos restaurants gives Silver Lake schools new ways to fundraise Nov 19, 2009
We re adopting all the schools in the district, Eddie Reid, the marketing coordinator for Uno s in Kingston and Plymouth, said ... The Uno s in the Independence Mall and at the Shops at 5 in Plymouth will participate in the program for Silver Lake ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: New look for coffee shop sign Nov 19, 2009
CTF funds Healthy Families Plymouth, which provides home visits to first-time, young parents in Marshfield. For information, visit mctf. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Alternative high school plan adopted in Holbrook Nov 18, 2009
Baeta also notified the committee that a gate would soon be placed at the former administration office on Plymouth Street to keep vehicles from parking there. The office was closed over the summer and moved to the junior/senior high school as a cost-cutting step. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Shoestring living: Be thankful for the money youll save this Thanksgiving Nov 18, 2009
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Editors notes: The long and winding road Nov 18, 2009
Late last Tuesday, word reached Plymouth that the body of the Plymouth South High grad had been recovered ... As Plymouth grieves the death of Ben Sherman, as we laud his service and sacrifice, as we pray for strength and comfort for his family, as we bury another of our sons, our president is listening and studying, deciphering and determining the best course of action in Afghanistan ... Tamson W. Burgess is the editor of the Old Colony Memorial and , and the senior editor in GateHouse Media s... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Health, school officials clear up confusion on Hobomock meat ordeal Nov 18, 2009
The Marshfield family filed a civil lawsuit Nov. 3 in Plymouth Superior Court against Fairbank Farms the company that allegedly packaged and distributed the meat that ended up at the Marshfield Star Market. Loading commenting interface. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Strike up the bands Nov 17, 2009
The popular America s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration patriotic concerts and the fastest portrait painter in the world are teaming up to entertain the crowds expected in Plymouth next weekend ... After the concert, one of Surette s paintings will go on display at the Plymouth Center for the Arts, thanks to the Plymouth Art Guild ... The free concert will again be sponsored by the Plymouth Industrial Development Corporation. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Talking Cars: Fuel is fuel isnt it? Nov 17, 2009
You can send questions to him care of the Old Colony Memorial, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, MA 02360 ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
ETA may not be the only way Nov 17, 2009
The Old Colony Planning Council may have access to programs and development grants that could help Kingston in the same ways as joining Plymouth s Economic Target Area, MacFarlane told the board Tuesday. Kingston and Plympton have been negotiating with Plymouth to join the ETA for several years ... An agreement seemed to be close when Plymouth officials set Kingston selectmen thought were unfair requirements. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Let the parade begin Nov 17, 2009
The Mayflower float will be one of the highlights for Plymouth. We want to perpetuate the rich history of America, which started right here in Plymouth, he said ... PLYMOUTH The New England Food Festival has a new name this year. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
An Army chaplain obeyed his boss and served him well Nov 17, 2009
Two of his towns, Abington and Rockland, are in Plymouth County. Driscoll represents Braintree and one precinct each in Holbrook and Randolph. (Weymouth News, MA)
Zoo reaches funding accord with state Nov 17, 2009
BROCKTON Brockton man is found shot to death Police are investigating the shooting death of a 21-year-old Brockton man, said Russ Eonas, a spokesman for the Plymouth district attorney. Anthony Hamilton was shot and killed yesterday afternoon, Eonas said. (Boston Globe)
Studio project faces new queries Nov 17, 2009
Some Plymouth officials said yesterday that they have lost confidence that the leaders of a plan to build a $650 million movie and TV studio can deliver the project billed as an economic engine that would create thousands of jobs. After a Globe Spotlight report Sunday that raised financial and legal questions about Plymouth Rock Studios and tracked its troubled history, some town officials are now asking why the studio did not share more financial and business information as it pursued, and won,... (Boston Globe)
Sacred Heart sweeps Mayflower League Meet Nov 16, 2009
40 and third place Bristol Plymouth with a total time of 2:44:13 ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
COHASSET POLICE / Accident at Beechwood intersection Nov 16, 2009
The 25-year-old Plymouth woman operating the Cavalier and her passenger, a 36-year-old woman, also from Plymouth, were transported to the hospital ... The 25-year-old Plymouth woman is being summonsed to court for operating without being licensed. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
City’s Christmas tree arriving Friday Nov 16, 2009
Cadose is scheduled to be arraigned today in Plymouth District Court, while the juveniles will be summonsed, police said. The damage took place between Tuesday night and Veterans Day. (Boston Globe)
A grand studio dream runs headlong into reality Nov 15, 2009
For Plymouth Rock team, money woes, questions crowding out hopes ... So began one of the most buzz-generating projects in recent state history, a $650 million plan to build 14 sound stages and a virtual entertainment city in the woods of Plymouth, making Massachusetts the production center for countless movies and TV shows ... Plymouth officials have scrambled to help Plymouth Rock Studios create the 2,000 studio-related jobs the company predicts, while people mobbed job fairs to chase their... (Boston Globe)
ArtFrom the Heart Nov 15, 2009
In addition to viewing the students artwork, parents and guests also enjoyed the wine tasting part of the evening, sampling 30 different wines as well as a few autumn beers, presented by Pioppi s of Plymouth. There were hot and cold hors d oeuvres, provided by Jubilee Gourmet Catering of Plymouth ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
PHOTO GALLERY: Halifax Historical Societys annual Thanks... (11/14/09) Nov 15, 2009
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Sacred Heart Speech & Debate teams take home awards Nov 15, 2009
Pictured in the front row are team members Courtney Burt (Pembroke), left, Adam Tomasi (Kingston), Patrick McKenna (Kingston) and Caroline Vigna (Plymouth). Team members pictured in the back row are William Kelley (Plymouth), left, Tom DeStella (Plymouth), Henry Eshbaugh (Plymouth) and Hannah Wizniewski (Kingston) ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Deaths of elderly couple stun community Nov 14, 2009
Fri Nov 13, 2009, 06:27 PM EST. Tallman Street in west Mattapoisett is a quiet place that sits just north of Fairhaven Road (Route 6) and is the route that school busses take each day when they arrive at Old Hammondtown School. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Althea M. (Keith) Sherrick Nov 14, 2009
Her Memorial Service will be held on Monday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m. in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rt. 58 at the rotary), Whitman. (Weymouth News, MA)
Kard fundraiser for Kingston PTO Nov 14, 2009
The kard is being sponsored by Lighthouse Fitness of Plymouth, which means the $10 cost of the kard will benefit the PTO. ... JunglePlex, Plymouth ... Elizabeth Grady, Plymouth. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Celebrating years of beer Nov 14, 2009
This fall, Sheehan has arranged to have a team of Budweiser Clydesdales visit Plymouth for America s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration ... She immediately recognized him as a Knife and told him that back in 1915, when she first arrived from Italy to join her father, who was working the local bogs, Tim s grandfather picked her up at the train station in Plymouth in his horse and buggy and drove her to Sandwich ... Every year, the Sheehans open an old L. Knife barn on Hedge Road in Plymouth for... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Abington Police Log, Oct. 4-10 Nov 14, 2009
10:55 a.m. Plymouth St., suspicious activity; report to be filed. 11:37 a.m. Adams St., larceny; report to be filed. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Independence Mall hosts 13th annual Evening of Charities Nov 14, 2009
In the past, benefiting charities included the Boys & Girls Club of Plymouth, the Halifax Elementary School PTO, the Kingston Education Foundation and the Alzheimer s Association ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Hey Jude: What Saint Jude does Nov 14, 2009
Dad has a '47 Plymouth and tire chains. There are no such things as snowplows. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Appeals court asked to reconsider ruling Nov 14, 2009
PLYMOUTH Driver, 23, faces homicide, DUI charges A young man has been accused driving drunk late Thursday night when his car hit a tree in Plymouth, killing his 23-year-old passenger. Captain John Rogers of the Plymouth Police Department said Ryan Corbett, 23, walked away from the crash and was found about a quarter-mile away ... He was to be arraigned yesterday in Plymouth District Court on charges of motor vehicle homicide, operating under the influence of liquor, and operating to endanger. (Boston Globe)
Three arraigned in Stoughton shooting tied to puppy theft Nov 14, 2009
Eduardo Fontes, 22, of 20 Jacqueline St., Plymouth; John Centeio Silva, 19, of 135 Nelson St., Brockton; and Vanderlee Fernandes, 23, of 38 Vega Ave., Brockton, were arraigned Thursday in Stoughton District Court on charges of armed robbery, possession of a firearm without a license, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a dwelling, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, assault with intent to murder and receiving stolen property and conspiracy to commit a crime. Fernandes is being held... (Canton Journal, MA)
Inside the 6 - Soccer Power Rankings Week 6 Nov 13, 2009
The public schools in our coverage area include: Abington, Braintree, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Marshfield, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth North, Plymouth South, Rockland, Scituate, Silver Lake, and Weymouth ... Plymouth North The Lady Eagles got a little help from their friends (or foe depending on how you look at it) the Marshfield Lady Rams, who beat Sandwich on the final day of the regular season to give the Lady Eagles the Atlantic Coast League title outright ...... (Weymouth News, MA)
POLICE LOG / Monday, Nov. 2 to Sunday, Nov 8 Nov 13, 2009
25-year-old Plymouth woman being summonsed. Charge: unlicensed operation of motor vehicle. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Two shot in theft of puppies in Stoughton Nov 13, 2009
Eduardo Fontes, 22, of 20 Jacque line St., Plymouth, John Centeio Sil va, 19, of 135 Nelson St., Brockton and Vanderlee Fernandes, 23, of 38 Vega Ave. , Brockton, were charged with armed robbery, possession of a firearm without a license, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a dwelling, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, assault with intent to murder and receiving stolen property and conspiracy to commit a crime. The three were arrested after Brockton Officers Robert Smith and... (Canton Journal, MA)
Pembroke man charged with attempted murder on Forest Street Nov 13, 2009
Bail was set at $1000 and he was sent to the Plymouth House of Corrections. He is waiting for an arraignment. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
One Armed MMA Fighter Nov 13, 2009
This summer Newell made his professional debut fighting at 155 pounds in a cage in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In the Hollywood version of this story Nick wins in a first round knock out -- which is exactly what happened. (FOX61, CT)
Plymouth Superior Court hosts mock Marshfield trial Nov 12, 2009
A criminal trial held Nov. 6 on the second floor of the Plymouth Superior Court building featured an array of expert witnesses, compelling testimony and dizzying legal exchanges ... Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz presided over the case of United States versus Cameron Berncoat, Cruz overruled objections by the prosecution that Keen s testimony could not and should not stand. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Tributes and trepidation Nov 12, 2009
On a day Massachusetts learned that yet another of its native sons, 21-year-old Benjamin Sherman, an Army paratrooper from Plymouth, had died in Afghanistan, many along the parade route shared Pina s misgivings about the protracted conflicts overseas. Only last week, another service member, Marine Captain Kyle Rolf Van De Giesen of North Attleborough was buried. (Boston Globe)
Plymouth Rock Studios cancels $550 million financing deal Nov 12, 2009
A key success story in the state's move to entice Hollywood investment has suffered a funding setback, when Plymouth Rock Studios canceled a $550 million construction loan Monday, forcing developers to seek alternate financing, studio officials said ... "While we're disappointed that it didn't work out with these guys, I think everybody's still optimistic that this thing's going to get done," said Plymouth Rock spokesman Kevin O'Reilly ... Plymouth Rock split with the Orlando-based Prosperity... (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
UPDATE: Plymouth South grad dies in Afghanistan Nov 12, 2009
Army Paratrooper Benjamin Sherman, a 2006 Plymouth South High grad, has been identified by friends and family on a tribute Facebook page as one of two soldiers reported missing in Afghanistan Nov. 4 whose bodies were recovered Tuesday ... Sherman's sister, Meredith, confirmed to the media late yesterday (Tuesday) that the Plymouth South High grad's body had been recovered ... His wife, Patricia, a 2006 Plymouth North graduate, is expecting their first child in March. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Some good news, some bad Nov 12, 2009
While the number of property sales continues to climb and refinances are being recorded at a robust pace in Plymouth County, a recent spike in foreclosure activity has also occurred, according to Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley Jr.. Plymouth County recorded 742 deeds in October, up from 610 in September and 709 in October of 2008 ... Through the first 10 months of the year, Plymouth County has recorded 5,813 deeds. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Editors notes: So, where do we go from here? Nov 12, 2009
Scott C. Smith is GateHouse Media s senior managing editor based in the Plymouth newsroom ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Holbrook considers selling tax liens Nov 12, 2009
Twenty-one days after filing a tax lien at the Plymouth Registry of Deeds, the treasurer would then send a letter to each property owner requesting full payment of all delinquent taxes, interest, and charges due on the property within 14 days. If payment is not received or a reasonable written payment schedule is not worked out with the treasurer s office, several steps would be taken. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Charles A. Palmer Nov 12, 2009
Born in Plymouth, England, he had lived in Weymouth for over 50 years before moving to Plymouth, MA 2 years ago. Army Vet. (Weymouth News, MA)
Divers find U.S. soldier's body in Afghan river Nov 12, 2009
Ben Sherman, 21, of Plymouth, Massachusetts, disappeared November 4 in Afghanistan ... Family identifies recovered body as that of Benjamin Sherman of Plymouth, Massachusetts ... Family members identified the recovered body as that of Benjamin Sherman, 21, of Plymouth, Massachusetts. (CNN -- World)
Here is a link to family statements made to WCVB Channel 5. Nov 12, 2009
God Bless, Denise D. Sherman Plymouth, MA. Copyright 2009 by TheBostonChannel. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
MARSHFIELD TALKING CARS: Stuck on zero Nov 12, 2009
You can send questions to him care of the Old Colony Memorial, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, MA 02360. He can be heard live on WXBR radio 1460, 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday mornings. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
VA clinic finally approved Nov 12, 2009
The federal Department of Veterans Affairs has agreed to open a VA clinic somewhere in Plymouth next year, according to U.S. Rep ... The clinic would serve veterans from Plymouth and surrounding towns ... Currently, most Marshfield veterans get their medical treatment at VA hospitals in West Roxbury, Brockton and Quincy, Martin said, adding that a Plymouth VA clinic would be a big help for vets in Marshfield. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
4-H collects for food pantries Nov 11, 2009
4-H members Sydney Abele (Wareham), Jacob Deane (Carver), Austin Deane (Carver), Nicholas Deane (Carver) and Gina Zadrozny (Pembroke) participate in delivering donated food to the South Shore Community Action Council Greater Plymouth Food Warehouse in Plymouth as part of the Plymouth County Extension 4-H Cares About Community Food Drive ... The Plymouth County Extension 4-H Program presented the South Shore Community Action Council with more than 250 bags of groceries Nov. 5, to benefit the... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
State utilities now face severe emergency fines Nov 11, 2009
We can never have a repeat of December 2008, Senate President Therese Murray, Democrat of Plymouth, said in a statement. Utility companies have a responsibility to respond to their customers. (Boston Globe)
Marshfield volleyball outlasts Braintree in epic five-set match Nov 11, 2009
Braintree, coming off a 3-0 win over No. 10 Plymouth South in the first round, took Marshfield to the brink. The Lady Wamps (15-5) came from behind a number of times and held commanding leads at key points in the match, but the resilient Rams kept fighting to pull out the 21-25, 25-21, 24-26, 25-20, 16-14 win Tuesday night at home. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Stimulus job boost in stateexaggerated, review finds Nov 11, 2009
Robert Ercolini manages a 201-unit affordable housing development in Plymouth. After being notified his annual rental subsidies were classified as stimulus spending, Ercolini renewed a request to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development for more than $1 million to fix up the property, reasoning he would be creating jobs by hiring contractors. (Boston Globe)
Green thumbs up: Tips for over wintering tender plants and bulbs Nov 10, 2009
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The Humor Potential: Bring back human phone operators Nov 10, 2009
Author, humorist, PBS star and Fortune 500 trainer Loretta LaRoche lives in Plymouth. To share your pet peeves, questions or comments, write to The Humor Potential, 50 Court St., Plymouth, MA 02360, send e-mail to , visit the Web site at , or call toll-free 800-99-TADAH (82324) ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Kingston Reporter, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, Massachusetts 02364. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Brockton area Veterans Day events Nov 10, 2009
The Veterans Day ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. Participants should gather beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Halifax Town Hall, 499 Plymouth St. The color guard and other participants will march from the Town Hall to the monuments across the street from the Town Hall for the placing of wreaths and prayers and then to the Town Hall Green for prayers and the placing of additional wreaths. Lakeville. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
