May 2025 Seekonk Reporter by The Reporter

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MAY 2025 VOLUME 37, NO. 5

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Serving the Residents of Seekonk, Rehoboth and Surrounding Communities Since 1989

Prom & Wedding see page 55

Summer Camps see page 68

Spring Town Meeting

Monday, May 12th ~ Seekonk High School

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Our Staff Jules Olley, Clubhouse Manager

“I am proud to be the new clubhouse manager of Ledgemont Country Club! I have worked at other clubs in the past and have already found Ledgemont to be welcoming to both myself and the members we service. My goal is to ensure everyone has a great experience! Come visit us!” -J. Olley

Zach Pipa, Head Golf Pro

“I am starting my first year as Head Golf Professional here at Ledgemont. We are looking forward to a great year of golf, tremendous course conditions, and excitement all around. Lessons are open to all ages, as well as new and improved apparel in the Pro Shop.” -Z. Pipa

Come Be Part Of The Ledgemont Family

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NEW ENGLAND TIRE WE WILL PICKUP AND DELIVER YOUR CAR FOR SERVICE

COOPER TIRE SALE NEW ENGLAND TIRE in Seekonk is the area’s biggest Cooper Elite level tire dealer! We’re celebrating with a Massive tire sale on all Cooper Starfire products with prices so low you won’t believe your eyes. Call us today to see what we have available for your vehicle *SEEKONK LOCATION ONLY *Subject to product availability

M-F 7:30-6 Sat 8-5

MAY 2025

OIL, LUBE & FILTER

*SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE

SAVE $10.00

SAVE $15.00

PLUS TAX, & $2.50 HAZARDOUS WASTE FEE.

Must present coupon. Includes:

• Lube, where applicable • New oil filter installed • Up to 5 quarts major brand oil • Special oils & filter types will result in extra charges • Most U.S. & Import cars

• Up to 5 Quarts Full Synthetic Oil • New Oil Filter Installed • Lube (Where Applicable) • Multi Point Vehicle Inspection *special oils and filter types extra charge

Must present this coupon to get this price. Most vehicles. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Fluid/Filter disposal charges apply. Additional charges for shop supplies. See store for complete details. Redeem at New England Tire. MAY25

PLEASE CALL FOR APPOINTMENT Shop supplies extra. No other discounts apply. Redeem at NEW ENGLAND TIRE.

MAY25

SANITIZE

SPRING CAR CARE PACKAGE

YOUR CLIMATE CONTROL

SAVE $15.00

SAVE

Must present coupon. Includes:

• Lube, Oil Change & New Filter (up to 5 quarts of a major brand oil) • Top Off Coolant & Other Fluids Under the Hood • Complete Tire Rotation* • Check Tread Depth on All Four Tires • Adjust Tire Pressure to Manufacturer's Specs • Evaluate Brake Condition • Inspect Battery Terminals & Connections • Examine All Belts & Hoses for Cracks & Proper Tension • Vehicle DNA Kit Performed *TPMS Charges may apply. Special oils & filter types may result in extra charges. Special antifreeze may result in extra charges. Environmental fees extra. Shop supplies extra. Most vehicles. No other discounts apply. Redeem at New England Tire. MAY25

• Registered U.S. EPA virucide, bactericide and fungicide • Kills bacteria and freshens air-conditioning systems • Eliminate harmful microbes • Inhibits the growth of mold and mildew

PLEASE CALL FOR APPOINTMENT Shop supplies extra. No other discounts apply. Redeem at New England Tire. MAY25

DISC BRAKE SERVICE SAVINGS

1978

2025

$2000 OFF ANY BRAKE SERVICE No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this offer.

MAY25

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Car Care Centers 1416 Fall River Ave. - Rte. 6

We service company cars (National Accounts).

SEEKONK, MA 508-336-2170

visit us at www.newenglandtire.com

Also in:

44 North Main Street ATTLEBORO, MA • 508-222-0367 515 South Main Street MANSFIELD, MA • 508-261-6100 367 West Main Street NORTHBOROUGH, MA • 508-393-9183

OPEN 7 DAYS FOR LUNCH & DINNER

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CHILI, GARLIC PARMESAN, HOT HONEY10.00 WARM PRETZELS CHILI, GARLIC PARMESAN, HONEYTHAI BUFFALO, TERIYAKI, BBQ HOT BOURBON, CHILI, GARLIC PARMESAN, HONEY& BEER CHEESE 11.00 CHEESY GARLIC KNOTS WITH MACK'S PUBHOT MUSTARD

11.00 CHEESY GARLIC KNOTS 11.00 11.00 CHEESYHOMEMADE GARLIC KNOTS MEATBALLS HOMEMADE MEATBALLS 11.00 12.00 ARANCINI HOMEMADE MEATBALLS 11.00 10.00 WARM PRETZELS FRIED RISOTTO BALLS OVER TRUFFLED 10.00 WARM PRETZELS WITH MACK'S PUB WITH MUSTARD HONEY &10.00 BEER CHEESE WARM PRETZELS RICOTTA DRIZZLED WITH MACK'S PUB MUSTARD & BEERHOT CHEESE WITH MACK'S PUB MUSTARD & BEER CHEESE ARANCINI 12.00 ARANCINI 12.00

13.00 BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP FRIED RISOTTO BALLS OVER TRUFFLED

ARANCINI FRIED RISOTTO BALLS OVER TRUFFLED 12.00 SERVED HOMEMADE TORTILLAS RICOTTAWITH DRIZZLED WITH HOT HONEY RICOTTA DRIZZLED WITHOVER HOT TRUFFLED HONEY FRIED RISOTTO BALLS RICOTTA BUFFALO DRIZZLED WITH HOT HONEY CHICKEN DIP

13.00 STUFFIES 13.00 11.00 BUFFALOLOCAL CHICKEN DIP (2) SERVED WITH HOMEMADE TORTILLAS 13.00 BUFFALO SERVED WITH CHICKEN HOMEMADEDIP TORTILLAS

CHICKEN QUESADILLA

SERVED WITH HOMEMADE TORTILLAS

LOCAL STUFFIES (2) 11.00 LOCAL STUFFIES (2) SHREDDED JACK CHEESE, CHICKEN, 11.00 LOCAL CHICKEN STUFFIES QUESADILLA (2) AND ONION CHICKENTOMATO QUESADILLA 12.00 JACK CHEESE, SHREDDED CHICKEN, CHICKEN 12.00 JACK CHEESE, QUESADILLA SHREDDED CHICKEN, TOMATOFRIED AND ONION FRESH MOZZARELLA TOMATO AND ONION JACK CHEESE, SHREDDED CHICKEN, TOMATO FRESH AND ONION FRIED MOZZARELLA

12.00 11.00 12.00

10.50

10.50 EGGPLANT STACK 10.50 13.00 FRESH FRIED MOZZARELLA 10.50 FRESH FRIED MOZZARELLA 13.00 EGGPLANT STACK FRIED EGGPLANT, MOZZARELLA13.00 AND EGGPLANT STACK FRIEDSTACK EGGPLANT, AND 13.00 EGGPLANT MARINARA OVER A MOZZARELLA BED OF ARUGULA, FRIED EGGPLANT, MOZZARELLA AND MARINARA OVER A BED OF ARUGULA, DRIZZLED WITH MARINARA OVER A BED OFBALSAMIC ARUGULA, FRIED EGGPLANT, MOZZARELLA ANDGLAZE DRIZZLED WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE DRIZZLED WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE MARINARA OVER A BED OF ARUGULA, DRIZZLED WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP 13.00

13.00

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP 13.00 SERVED SERVEDWITH WITHHOMEMADE HOMEMADE TORTILLAS SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIPTORTILLAS 13.00 SERVED WITHAND HOMEMADE TORTILLAS SERVED WITH HOMEMADE TORTILLAS

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SOUP & SALAD

Add to any salad: Grilled Chicken 6, Fried Chicken Add to anyAdd salad: Chicken Fried Chicken to Grilled any salad: Grilled6,Chicken 6, Fried Chicken 6, Steak Tips 12, Salmon 12 6, Steak 12, Salmon 12 Salmon Add toTips any salad: Grilled Chicken12 6, Fried Chicken 6, Steak Tips 12, 6, Steak Tips 12, Salmon 12

GARDEN SALAD 10.00 GARDEN SALAD 10.00 GARDEN SALAD GARDEN SALAD SALAD 10.00 10.00 CAESAR 10.00 CAESAR SALAD 10.00 CAESAR SALAD CAESAR SALADCHICKEN 10.00 10.00 17.00 ASIAN SALAD 17.00 ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD TERIYAKI CHICKEN, ROMAINE, PINEAPPLE, 17.00 17.00 ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD TERIYAKI CHICKEN, ROMAINE, PINEAPPLE, ORANGES, CRANBERRIES, ALMONDS, ORANGES, ALMONDS, TERIYAKICRANBERRIES, CHICKEN, ROMAINE, PINEAPPLE, TERIYAKI CHICKEN, HONEY ROMAINE, PINEAPPLE, CRISPY NOODLES, LIME DRESSING CRISPY NOODLES, HONEY LIME DRESSING ORANGES, CRANBERRIES, ALMONDS, ORANGES, CRANBERRIES, ALMONDS, CRISPY NOODLES, HONEY LIME DRESSING COBB SALAD 13.00

COBB SALAD CRISPY NOODLES, HONEY LIME 13.00 DRESSING MIXED GREENS, HARDBOILED EGG, COBB SALAD 13.00 MIXED GREENS, HARDBOILED EGG, TOMATOES, BACON, BLACK OLIVES, COBB SALAD TOMATOES, BACON, BLACK OLIVES, MIXED GREENS, HARDBOILED EGG, CHEDDAR JACK, SLICED AVOCADO CHEDDAR JACK, SLICED AVOCADO TOMATOES, BACON, BLACK OLIVES, MIXED GREENS, HARDBOILED EGG, CHEDDAR JACK, SLICED AVOCADO

13.00

5/8 NEW ENGLAND CLAMOLIVES, CHOWDER TOMATOES, BACON, BLACK 5/8 NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER CHEDDAR SLICED AVOCADO 5/8 NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER 8.00 FRENCHJACK, ONION SOUP CROCK

8.00 FRENCH ONION SOUP CROCK 8.00 FRENCHSOUP ONION CROCK OFSOUP THE DAY 5/8 5/8 CLAM CHOWDER SOUP OFNEW THE ENGLAND DAY 5/8 SOUP OF THE DAY 5/8

FRENCH ONION SOUP CROCK SOUP OF THE DAY

8.00 5/8

Wednesday:

Pizza Night! 1/2 Off All 16.50 Pizzas

16.00 16.00 CAPRESECAPRESE PROSCIUTTO, FRESH MOZZARELLA, 16.00 TOMATO, CAPRESE 16.50 CRISPY CHICKEN PROSCIUTTO, FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, BASIL, BALSAMIC GLAZE ON CIABATTA BASIL, BALSAMIC GLAZE ON CIABATTA PROSCIUTTO, MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, FRIEDFRESH CHICKEN, SWISS, BACON, PICKLES

BASIL, BALSAMIC GLAZESALAD ON CIABATTA CHICKEN BLT AND MACK'SBLT PUB MUSTARD CHICKEN SALAD ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH CHICKEN BLT ON GRILLED SALAD SOURDOUGH STEAK TIPCHICKEN SANDWICH ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH CRISPY CRISPY CHICKEN

16.50 16.50 16.50

19.00 16.50

FRIED CHICKEN, SWISS, BACON, PICKLES MUSHROOMS, ONIONS, AMERICAN, CRISPY CHICKEN FRIED CHICKEN, SWISS, BACON, PICKLES 16.50 AND MACK'S PUB MUSTARD ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI ON CIABATTA AND MACK'S PUBSWISS, MUSTARD FRIED CHICKEN, BACON, PICKLES

Dine in only

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PIZZA & CALZONES

STEAK TIP SANDWICH 19.00 PARM SUB STEAK TIP SANDWICH 19.00 16.00 MUSHROOMS, ONIONS, AMERICAN, MARGHERITA MARGHERITA STEAK TIP SANDWICH 19.00 MUSHROOMS, ONIONS, AMERICAN, CHICKEN, EGGPLANT OR MEATBALL

16/21

ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI ON CIABATTA SLICED TOMATO, FRESH MOZZARELLA AND SLICEDBASIL, TOMATO, BASIL, FRESH MOZZARELLA AND ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI AMERICAN, ON CIABATTA MUSHROOMS, ONIONS, GLAZE BALSAMIC GLAZE ROASTEDNASHVILLE GARLIC CIABATTAWRAPBALSAMIC CHICKEN 16.00 PARMAIOLI SUBON 16.00

PARM SUB 16.00 FRIED CHICKEN, NASHVILLE HOT16.00 OIL, COLE CHICKEN, EGGPLANT OR MEATBALL THE BEETHE STING BEE STING 17/22 17/22 PARM SUB CHICKEN, EGGPLANT OR MEATBALL SLAW, GARLIC AIOLI, PICKLED ONIONS HOT HONEYHOT HONEY M APEPPERONI, C K '16.00 SCANDIED JALAPENOS, PEPPERONI, CANDIED JALAPENOS, CHICKEN, EGGPLANT OR MEATBALL NASHVILLE CHICKEN WRAP NASHVILLE CHICKEN WRAP 16.00 FRIED CHICKEN, NASHVILLE HOTTHE OIL, GREAT COLE THEDEBATE GREAT DEBATE 19/24 19/24 CHICKEN CAESAR 16.00 NASHVILLE CHICKEN WRAP 16.00 FRIED CHICKEN, NASHVILLE HOTWRAP OIL, COLE 16/21 MARGHERITA SLAW, GARLIC AIOLI, PICKLED ONIONS SLAW, AIOLI, PICKLED ONIONS FRIED GARLIC CHICKEN, NASHVILLE HOT OIL, COLE CHICKEN, PINEAPPLE, BACON, RED ONION,RED BBQONION, BBQ CHICKEN, PINEAPPLE, BACON, SLICED TOMATO, BASIL, FRESH MOZZARELLA AND SHORT RIB GRILLED CHEESE SLAW, GARLIC AIOLI, PICKLED ONIONS 16.00 CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP 16.00

BALSAMIC CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP 16.00 THE CBRGLAZE THE CBR 19/24 19/24 BRAISED SHORT RIB, AMERICAN16.00 AND CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP SHORT RIB GRILLED CHEESE PIZZA SAUCE, GRILLED CHICKEN, THE BEE STING PIZZA SAUCE, GRILLEDBACON, CHICKEN, BACON, 17/22 16.00 SHORT RIB GRILLED CHEESE 16.00 CHEDDAR ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH MONTEREY JACK, RANCH DRIZZLE PEPPERONI, CANDIED JALAPENOS, HOT HONEY MONTEREY JACK, RANCH DRIZZLE BRAISED SHORT RIB, AMERICAN AND SHORT RIB GRILLED CHEESE BRAISED SHORT RIB, AMERICAN AND 16.00 CHEDDAR ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH THE GREAT DEBATE 19/24 MELT AND CHEDDAR ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH BRAISED MEATLOAF SHORT RIB, AMERICAN 16.00 BIG BAD WOLF 19/24 BIG BAD WOLF 19/24 CHICKEN, PINEAPPLE, BACON, RED ONION, BBQ CHEDDAR ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH MEATLOAF MELT CARAMELIZED 16.00 SAUSAGE, PEPPERONIPEPPERONI AND BACON HOMEMADE ONIONS, SAUSAGE, AND BACON MEATLOAF MELT MEATLOAF, 16.00 THE CBR 19/24 HOMEMADE MEATLOAF, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, MELTED AMERICAN ON CIABATTA MEATLOAF MELT 16.00 HOMEMADE MEATLOAF, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, HEY SAUCE, ALFREDO HEY ALFREDO 19/24 PIZZA GRILLED CHICKEN, BACON, 19/24 MELTED AMERICAN ON CIABATTA

ENTREES

27.00

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FRIED PICKLE CHIPS 9.00 SERVED WITH SPICY MAYO FRIED PICKLE CHEESY GARLIC KNOTS 9.00 11.00 SERVED WITH SPICYCHIPS MAYO SERVED WITH SPICY MAYO WINGS OR TENDERS 14.00 WINGS OR TENDERS MEATBALLS14.00 11.00 HOMEMADE BUFFALO, TERIYAKI, BBQ BOURBON, THAI WINGSTERIYAKI, OR TENDERS BUFFALO, BBQ BOURBON, THAI 14.00

M'A 'S MACK S C K16.50

CHICKEN SALAD BLT SANDWICHES MACK'S ON GRILLED SOURDOUGH

27.00

MARINATEDMARINATED SIRLOIN TIPSSIRLOIN SERVEDTIPS OVER SERVED OVER MASHED POTATO AND SEASONAL MASHED POTATO ANDVEGETABLE SEASONAL VEGETABLE

FISH ANDFISH CHIPS AND CHIPS

20.00

FRESH FRIED HADDOCK FRENCHAND FRIES, FRESH FRIEDAND HADDOCK FRENCH FRIES, COLESLAW AND TARTARAND TARTAR COLESLAW

28.00 STEAK TIPS 20.00 CHICKEN &CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO ALFREDO & BROCCOLI

20.00

MARINATED SIRLOIN TIPS SERVED OVER GRILLED CHICKEN, BROCCOLI GRILLED CHICKEN,AND BROCCOLI AND MASHED POTATO AND SEASONAL VEGETABLE

CAVATAPPI CAVATAPPI IN A PARMESAN SAUCE IN A CREAM PARMESAN CREAM SAUCE

FISH AND CHIPS

20.00

CHICKEN OR EGGPLANT PARM 20.00 CHICKEN OR EGGPLANT PARM FRESH FRIED HADDOCK AND FRENCH FRIES, COLESLAW AND TARTAR

20.00

WITH SPAGHETTI CAVATAPPI WITH OR SPAGHETTI OR CAVATAPPI

20.00

CHICKEN & BROCCOLI ALFREDO

22.00

BAKEDCHICKEN, HADDOCK BAKED HADDOCK GRILLED BROCCOLI AND CAVATAPPI A PARMESAN SAUCE IN A LEMONINBUTTER PESTO,CREAM WITH RISOTTO

22.00

IN A LEMON BUTTER PESTO, WITH RISOTTO AND SEASONAL VEGETABLES AND SEASONAL VEGETABLES CHICKEN OR EGGPLANT PARM 20.00

MELTED AMERICAN ON CIABATTA HOMEMADE MEATLOAF, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, MONTEREY JACK, RANCH DRIZZLE PARMESANPARMESAN CREAM SAUCE, GRILLED CHICKEN, CREAM SAUCE, GRILLED CHICKEN, ITALIAN ON GRINDER 17.00 MELTED AMERICAN CIABATTA ITALIAN GRINDER BROCCOLI,17.00 BELL PEPPER, PESTO DRIZZLE WITH SPAGHETTI OR CAVATAPPI BROCCOLI, BELL PEPPER, PESTO DRIZZLE GRILLED SALMON ITALIAN GRINDER GRILLED SALMON 25.0 0 17.00 25.0 0 BIG BAD WOLF 19/24 ITALIAN COLD CUTS AND PROVOLONE, BANANA ITALIAN COLD CUTS AND PROVOLONE, BANANA ITALIAN GRINDER 17.00 ITALIAN COLD CUTS AND PROVOLONE, BANANA SAUSAGE, PEPPERONI AND BACON CHICKEN PARM PIZZA HADDOCK WITH RISOTTO AND FRESH AND GRILLED CHICKEN PARM PIZZA 18/23 18/23 BAKED WITH RISOTTO FRESH 22.00 GRILLED PEPPERS, LTO, OILOIL & VINEGAR PEPPERS, LTO, & VINEGAR PEPPERS, LTO, CUTS OIL &AND VINEGAR ITALIAN COLD PROVOLONE, BANANA VEGETABLE MEDLEYPESTO, BREADED CHICKEN, PROVOLONE, VEGETABLE MEDLEY BREADEDMOZZARELLA, CHICKEN, MOZZARELLA, PROVOLONE, IN A LEMON BUTTER WITH RISOTTO HEY ALFREDO 19/24 PEPPERS, LTO, OIL & VINEGAR AND SEASONAL VEGETABLES PARMESANPARMESAN CHEESE, MARINARA CHEESE, MARINARA PARMESAN CREAM SAUCE, GRILLED CHICKEN, CHICKEN CHICKEN MARSALAMARSALA 1/2 lb beef, grilled chicken, turkey or vegan patty 21.00 21.00 1/2 lb beef, grilled chicken, turkey or vegan patty 1/2 lb beef, grilled chicken, turkey or vegan patty BROCCOLI, BELL PEPPER, PESTO DRIZZLE SALMON 26.00 THE BIG THE MACK 18/23 BIG MACK 18/23 GRILLED LIGHTLY FLOURED CHICKEN BREAST IN ABREAST IN A LIGHTLY FLOURED CHICKEN 1/2 lb beef, grilled chicken, turkey or vegan patty 15.00 MACK'S ORIGINAL CHICKEN PARM PIZZA 15.00 18/23 WITH RISOTTO AND FRESH GRILLED 15.00 MACK'SMACK'S ORIGINAL GROUND BEEF, CHOPPED BURGER MUSHROOMMUSHROOM MARSALA OVER RISOTTO ORIGINAL GROUND BEEF,PICKLES, CHOPPED PICKLES, BURGER MARSALA OVER RISOTTO VEGETABLE MEDLEY BREADED CHICKEN, MOZZARELLA, PROVOLONE, AMERICAN, PICKLES, BURGER15.00 SAUCE, MACK'S ORIGINAL SAUCE, ONION, LETTUCE, SEEDS SAUCE, ONION,TOASTED LETTUCE,SESAME TOASTED SESAME SEEDS AMERICAN, PICKLES, BURGER SAUCE, AMERICAN, SAUCE, PARMESAN CHEESE, MARINARA 19.00 SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS LETTUCE, PICKLES, TOMATO BURGER AND ONION 19.00 SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS CHICKEN MARSALA LETTUCE, TOMATO AND ONION AMERICAN, PICKLES, BURGER SAUCE, 22.00 CHARCUTERIE BOARD BOARD 18/23 19/24 LETTUCE, TOMATO AND ONION THE CHARCUTERIE 19/24 BIG MACK HOMEMADE MEATBALLS IN BREAST HOUSE GRAVY LETTUCE, TOMATO ANDBURGER ONION HOMEMADE MEATBALLS LIGHTLY FLOURED CHICKEN ININ A HOUSE GRAVY 16.00 TRUFFLE TRUFFLE BURGER MOZZARELLA, PROSCIUTTO, ARUGULA, CRUMBLED MOZZARELLA, PROSCIUTTO, ARUGULA, CRUMBLED 16.00 OVER SPAGHETTI WITH MELTED MOZZARELLA GROUND BEEF, CHOPPED PICKLES, BURGER MUSHROOM MARSALA OVER RISOTTO OVER SPAGHETTI WITH MELTED MOZZARELLA SWISS, SAUTEED MUSHROOMS AND TRUFFLE BURGER TRUFFLE BURGER GOAT CHEESE, FIG GLAZETOASTED GOAT CHEESE, FIG GLAZE 16.00 SAUCE, ONION, LETTUCE, SESAME SEEDS SWISS, SAUTEED MUSHROOMS AND 16.00 AND PARMESAN CHEESE AND PARMESAN CHEESE ONIONS, TRUFFLE AIOLI, LETTUCE, TOMATO 19.00 SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS ONIONS, TRUFFLE AIOLI, LETTUCE, SWISS, SAUTEED MUSHROOMS ANDTOMATO SWISS, SAUTEED MUSHROOMS AND HOT CHICK 18/23 HOT CHICK 22.00 CHARCUTERIE BOARD 19/24 SHRIMP SCAMPI 18/23 HOMEMADE 22.00 SHRIMP SCAMPI MEATBALLS IN HOUSE GRAVY THE ROD ONIONS, ONIONS, TRUFFLE AIOLI, LETTUCE, TOMATO TOMATO 16.00 TRUFFLE AIOLI, LETTUCE, 16.00 THE HOT RODHOT CRISPY CHICKEN, BUFFALO HOT PEPPERS, MOZZARELLA, PROSCIUTTO, ARUGULA, CRUMBLED CRISPY CHICKEN,SAUCE, BUFFALO SAUCE, HOT PEPPERS, OVER SPAGHETTI WITH MELTED MOZZARELLA SAUTEED JUMBO SHRIMP ANDSHRIMP SPAGHETTI SAUTEED JUMBO ANDIN SPAGHETTI IN CAJUN, CHEDDAR, CANDIED JALAPENOS, GOAT FIG GLAZE DRIZZLE CAJUN, CHEDDAR, THE HOT ROD CANDIED JALAPENOS,16.00 BLUE CHEESE, CHEESE DRIZZLE AND PARMESAN CHEESE BLUE CHEESE A WHITE WINE GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE A WHITE WINE GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE 16.00 THE HOT ROD SPICY MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION SPICY MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION HOT CHICK CAJUN, CHEDDAR, CANDIED JALAPENOS, 18/23 22.00 BOLOGNESE CAJUN, CHEDDAR, CANDIED JALAPENOS, 18/23 SPAGHETTI WESTERN 18/23 SPICY MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION SPAGHETTI BACON BLUE CRISPY CHICKEN, BUFFALOWESTERN SAUCE, HOT PEPPERS, 17.00

BURGERS

BACON SPICY BLUEMAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, 17.00 ONION BLUE CHEESE DRIZZLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MUSHROOM, PEPPER AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MUSHROOM, PEPPER AND BACON, BLUE CHEESE, FIG JAM, ARUGULA BACONBLUE BLUE 17.00 BACON, CHEESE, FIG JAM, ARUGULA ONION WITH A BALSAMIC ONION WITH A GLAZE BALSAMIC GLAZE AND CARAMELIZED ONION 18/23 BACON BLUE AND CARAMELIZED ONION BACON, BLUE CHEESE, FIG JAM, ARUGULA SPAGHETTI 17.00 WESTERN 18/23 ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MUSHROOM, PEPPER AND VEG OUT AND CARAMELIZED ONION VEG OUT

18/23 BACON, BLUE CHEESE, FIG JAM, ARUGULA ONION WITH A BALSAMIC GLAZE FRIED EGGPLANT, BROCCOLI, BROCCOLI, MUSHROOMS, FRIED EGGPLANT, MUSHROOMS, AND CARAMELIZED SIDES ONION

SHORT RIB, GROUND BEEF AND SAUSAGE IN A HOUSE GRAVY WITH A TOUCH OF with CREAM Served kids' soft drink Served with kids' soft drink

KIDS MENU KIDS MENU

SPAGHETTISPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS 10.00 & MEATBALLS KIDS MENU

18/23 PEPPERS, BLACK OLIVES, VEG OUTONIONS, PEPPERS, ONIONS, BLACK OLIVES, SIDES EGGPLANT, BROCCOLI, MUSHROOMS, HANDCUT FRIED ONION RINGS +2 FRENCHSIDES FRIES HANDCUT ONION RINGS +2

FRENCH FRIES PEPPERS, ONIONS, BLACK OLIVES, TRUFFLE PARM FRIES +2 COLE SLAW HANDCUT ONION TRUFFLE PARMRINGS FRIES+2 +2 FRENCH FRIES COLE SLAW SWEET +2Z MASHED POTATO P+2 I+2 Z ZFRIES A P&I Z C AA L Z&OC NA E LTZOOPNPEI NTGOSP P I N G S TRUFFLESWEET PARM FRIES FRIES COLE SLAW MASHED POTATO MAC N CHEESE SEASONAL VEGETABLE SWEET FRIES M $A 1 2 /& GC+2 $ MAC N CHEESE +2 MASHEDFRENCH POTATO PSI+2 Z Z A SEASONAL VEGETABLE SL+2 M $ 11L7 2Z/ LOGN$E1 7T O P P I N G S HANDCUT ONION RINGS FRIES Side eggs SIDE SALAD +2 eggs MACSIDE NSide CHEESE +2 SALAD +2 SEASONAL VEGETABLE SM $ 1 2 / L+2 G $17 PARM FRIES COLE SLAW Side TRUFFLE eggs SIDE SALAD$2+2

SIDES

$12 Lunch Specials Full Bar • Rotating Beer Selections

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Seekonk Assistance with DPW and the Town

Hello, My name is Antonio Pimentel and I am a resident of Seekonk, Ma. On June 27th, 2024, Bristol County experienced a tornado. Unfortunately, a tree uprooted from the end of our property line and fell onto the street. The town of Seekonk was contacted and the DPW removed only what was on the street and left the remains behind. Two days after the DPW removed the tree trunk from the public street, a representative from the DPW returned and obtained measurements from the tree trunk (laying down) to the center of the street. He was not able to determine whether or not the tree trunk belonged to the town or whether it was on our property. Four days after the tornado, Dave Cabral (DPW maintenance manager) came out to obtain the same measurements. Dave stated that the tree belonged to me. The issue is the measurements were obtained while the tree is laying down, not straight up. I’ve contacted Town Administrator and attended town meetings to inquire why the measurements were obtained while the tree was laying down and not straight up. On several occasions, questions were not answered, and I was dismissed by town officers. I am contacting you for assistance as the town of Seekonk is not willing to answer my questions. Certainly, if this tree is on our property, we can accept this. As a taxpayer, we are asking that procedures be completed and questions answered based on the written rules.

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Rehoboth cover: The DR Girls Lacrosse team participated once again this year in the towns annual cleanup with Keep Rehoboth Beautiful during their April break. Some of the girls from the lacrosse team are members of this town committee and encourage everyone to take pride in their local community. They continue to work together to curb the litter epidemic in town. https://www.keeprehobothbeautiful.com/ Seekonk cover: Griffen Sabolevski caught a big one at The Anual Fishing Derby on April 21st! See more on page 39.

Can you please assist? Antonio Pimentel

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Keep Rehoboth Beautiful

Business Directory......................76

Each year, my husband Rob and I take part in the Rehoboth Clean Up. This year, we worked from April 19th through the 25th, focusing on the neighborhoods between Rocky Hill Road and Homestead Avenue, where we picked up trash to help keep our community clean. While the effort makes a difference for a short time, the litter always seems to return. It’s disheartening to see how quickly the mess builds up again. If everyone took just a few minutes once a month to pick up even a small amount of litter, it could have a meaningful impact. Better yet, if people simply stopped tossing their trash on the ground in the first place, we wouldn’t have this problem. Please, think before you litter—and if you’re laughing as you do it, consider how immature that behavior really is. Our community deserves better.” Sincerely, Linda Coolidge

Church News..............................42 Classifieds...............................75 Club Announcements.................37 Events......................................46 Letters.................................5 Library...................................... Blanding.......................64 Seekonk.......................62 Obituaries................................71 People in the News....................44

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Don Gardner Seekonk, MA Trash picked up between Rocky Hill Rd & Homestead

Rehoboth COA...........................19 Rehoboth Town News..................6 Scouts.................................57 Seekonk Human Services..........34 Seekonk Town News..................21 School News..............................66 Sour Grapes................................51 Sports................................70 State House...............................74 Summer Camp...........................68

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Rehoboth Town News From the Clerk Hello All ~ Happy May! – The Spring flowers are here, birds are back, and the leaves have popped ~ thank goodness Spring has arrived! If it is May, it must be Tax Day . . . as a reminder, quarterly taxes were due Thursday, May 1st ~ thank you.

Annual Town Election ~ Thank You!!!

Thank you, all election workers, registrars, police, fire, highway, facilities management departments, constables, Rehoboth post office staff, town clerk’s office staff & voters

Thank you, Rehoboth Reporter, for delaying the printing of the April Reporter to include the 4-1-25 Unofficial Election results. For official results, please check the town website under the Town Clerk’s 4-1-25 Election Results webpage @ https://www. rehobothma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4911/f/uploads/4-1-2025-annual_town_election_official_results.pdf or view under news and announcements @ https://www.rehobothma.gov/home/news/ official-april-1-2025-annual-town-election-results Congratulations to all elected candidates. Thank you to all candidates who ran in the April 1, 2025 Annual Town Election!! Reminder: If you were elected or re-elected to a position and have not been sworn into office, please stop by the Town Clerk’s Office to take your oath of office. No elected or appointed official may take any action until they officially take their oath after being elected or appointed ~ thank you! would personally like to thank the many people who participated in our April 1, 2025 Annual Town Election and for helping us make sure the election ran smoothly. From the Wardens, Clerks, Inspectors, Constables, Police, Fire, Highway & Facilities Management Depart-

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ments, Registrars, Set-Up/Take-Down Crew, Rehoboth Post Office and Town Clerk staff, we were able to hold another successful election in our wonderful, centralized polling location in the Francis Farm Museum Building. Thank you for all your hard work. There is no way we could have an election without the wonderful help of you all ~ thank you for all you do for so many! Thank you also to Sara and Billy for the delicious Vinos meals. Thank you all for your Laura Schwall support, time, dedication, and true passion of assuring our elections are run safely, professionally, securely, and expeditiously. The Town of Rehoboth is truly fortunate to have the entire Election staff working on their behalf. Finally, thank you to the 694 (6.42%) of 10,802 voters who voted in the 4-1-2025 Annual Town Election!

What You Need to Know about Absentee Vs. Vote-by-Mail Ballot Applications

As we noticed in the Town Clerk’s Office during the past election, there seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the absentee and/or vote-by-mail application process. Below are a few facts to keep in mind. Voters are required to file a new mailed ballot application request every calendar year. In January of each year, you may request all ballots be mailed to you for all elections scheduled from January – December of the current year by completing an Absentee or Vote-By-Mail ballot application. Absentee Ballot Application (Must qualify – see qualifications below*) Application @ https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/ elections/download/absentee-ballot-applications/Absentee-BallotApplication-English.pdf *You can vote by absentee ballot if you qualify: • You will be away from your city or town on Election Day • You have a religious belief that prevents you from voting at your polling location on Election Day • You have a disability that prevents you from voting at your polling location OR you can Vote by Mail: Vote by Mail Ballot Application (No excuse voting – all other voters) Application @ https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/ elections/download/vote-by-mail-applications/Vote-by-Mail-PaperApplication-2025.pdf Please Note: If you choose “All Elections” on your vote-by-mail or absentee application, and you are registered as an unenrolled/ independent voter (an unenrolled voter is also known as “independent”; Massachusetts does not have a “independent” party) or registered in any party/political designation other than Democrat or Republican, you will need to identify on your ballot application what “Party” ballot you are requesting for any Primary Election.

June 3rd (Tuesday) Annual Town Meeting

As you may remember from 2023’s Town Meeting, the Town voted to move the Annual Town Meeting from the second Tuesday in May to the first Tuesday of June; therefore, our upcoming Town Meeting will be held on June 3, 2025 at the Francis Farm Community Complex – Museum Building, 27-Francis Farm Road. Voter check-in will begin at 6:00 PM; Town Meeting will begin at 7:00 PM.

May 2025 The Reporter You should receive your Town Meeting warrant in the mail from the Board of Selectmen’s Office, no later than May 27, 2025. If you have any news you would like the Moderator to share with Town Meeting on June 3rd, please send to LSchwall@RehobothMA.gov ~ thank you. The last day for Voter Registration, to be eligible to participate in the Annual Town Meeting, will be Saturday, May 24, 2025. The Town Clerk’s Office is available from 8:00AM to 5:00PM on May 24th to accommodate last-minute registrations. As always, if you would like to register to vote, or change your party affiliation, you may go to the Secretary of State’s Election Division any time, 24/7, by going to www.RegisterToVoteMA.com and complete the voter registration form online. However, if you were not registered by Saturday, May 24, 2025, you will not be able to vote in the June 3, 2025 Annual Town Meeting. If you would like to check your voter status (active or inactive), you may also go to: https://www.sec. state.ma.us/VoterRegistrationSearch/MyVoterRegStatus.aspx and see if your registration is active along with what precinct you vote in.

Annual Town Census Updates

The Rehoboth Annual Town Census reflects our current population total, which as of April 1, 2025 is “officially” 13,204. That is decrease of 36 residents over last year’s “official” population figure of 13,240. After calls to households from our Registrars, we still have 405 census forms, out of 5,865 forms that were mailed in January, which have not been returned (Precinct I = 91 non respondents; Precinct II = 101 non respondents, Precinct III = 120 and Precinct IV = 93 non-respondents). Thank you to the 5,460 households (93.09%) who have returned their 2025 Town Census forms. For the remaining 6.91%, or 405 households, please send in your census/street listing forms as soon as possible ~ thank you. I anticipate the Street Listings being available in late May for those of you who would like to purchase them for $15. Please call our office before heading up to town hall to see if the Street Listings have arrived so you don’t waste a trip. I would like to thank Assistant Town Clerk, Kerrie Perkins, Administrative Aide, Jennifer Hose, Charlotte Castro and the Registrars Helene Vitale and Jenn Moitozo for your help with processing the 5,460+ census forms we received to date. We all had another busy and successful Census season ~ thank you all! Please Note: If you received a second “street listing” request from our office, the first notice was your 2025 Census mailer, which arrived in each Rehoboth household during the first week of January 2025. The census mailer arrived with the Town 2025 calendar and various inserts (dog license, septic safety reminder and health/human services flyer); which was due January 31, 2025. If your census was not returned, by February, our Registrars called and left a message (LM on the 2nd notice) to please return your signed census as soon as possible. If we did not receive your completed census form in March, we mailed the 2nd request Street Listing with the Registrars comments for you to complete, sign and return. The first mailing was from our census printer, the second mailing was from the State VRIS computer, so they do look different but contain the same household information. We thank you for returning your completed census as soon as possible.

2025 Dog Licenses

Dog licenses are due and payable on April 1st of each year. Thank you to the 1,621 dog owners who have already renewed their dog’s 2025 license. Any dog license not paid by May 15th will be assessed a $15.00 per dog late fee in addition to the license fee(s). Yearly we offer dog owners a grace period to pay their dog’s licenses without charging a late fee; however, we must now impose those fees effective May 15th this year. You may renew your dog license online (https://permiteyes.us/rehoboth/publichome.php ), by mail, or in person. Currently we have 756 dogs that are unlicensed; we hope to hear from their owners soon. Reminder postcards were sent to unlicensed dog owners the last week of April. If you received a postcard reminder, please renew your dog’s license as soon as possible and definitely by May 15th to avoid the late fees. Thanks so much! Anyone having questions regarding any of the above information may call the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-252-6502, X3109, X3112 or X3110 or e-mail me at LSchwall@RehobothMA.gov . In closing, Kerrie, Jenn and I wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms in Rehoboth. We also wish everyone a healthy and safe Memorial Day. Reminder, the Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 26, 2025. The Parade will start at 10:15 AM near the Anawan School & American Legion on Bay State Road, travel through the village and end up at the Veterans’ Memorial Gazebo, Redway Plain. Hopefully by Memorial Day the weather will be rain free and absolutely perfect. Most importantly, on Memorial Day, please remember to honor all those who made the ultimate sacrifice to secure our country and protect its citizens. Please have a happy, healthy and safe month of MAY! See you at Town Meeting in June. ~ Laura ~

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Seeking Volunteers to Join Rehoboth’s Personnel Board

If you are a Rehoboth Resident willing to invest a few hours per month to assist your town in maintaining a successful and productive workforce, please consider taking a position with our Personnel Board! Ideally, we are seeking new members who can bring some experience in HR management and a working knowledge of employment law, but candidates with a background in related areas of business or a history of public service within a small municipality are also well suited for this volunteer role. New members must commit to meeting one evening per month and be willing to research and evaluate employment policies and practices, edit job descriptions, review job classifications and do related administrative tasks outside of those monthly meeting times. Total time investment would be between 8 and 12 hours per month! This is a challenging and interesting opportunity to bring value to your town while you learn more about Rehoboth and its town government! Our website shows our mission statement, agendas and meeting minutes - https://www.rehobothma.gov/personnel-board. If you are interested, please email me at LEONARD.LEHRER@ GMAIL.COM and a Board member will follow up. Best Regards, Leonard Lehrer Clerk, Town of Rehoboth’s Personnel Board

Rehoboth Antiquarian Society News

Federal funding cuts to museum and library services threaten to affect local residents’ access to information. Although the Institute of Museum and Library Services has had a budget of only 0.0046% of the overall federal budget, it has provided invaluable support for the regional services on which we rely; these services are now threatened. The Rehoboth Antiquarian Society is proud to operate the Blanding Public Library and the Carpenter Museum and to welcome both townspeople and visitors who come for pleasure and research. Along with access to our own collections, we offer a wide variety of educational programming for all ages throughout the year, museum passes, e-books, newspapers, scholarships, summer reading materials for local schools, field trips, and cultural events, as well as wifi connections and computer access for those who may not have them at home. Through the SAILS network, Rehoboth residents have access to books and other materials from the entire Commonwealth and beyond, research databases, language learning programs, and more. Much of this is supported by regional library and museum networks which are supported by the IMLS. Please let your legislators know what libraries and museums mean to you. Sincerely, Rebecca H. Smith President, Rehoboth Antiquarian Society

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A Call to Arms!

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Just like those who preceded us in 1775, Rehoboth residents are once again needed to fill our ranks. The Rehoboth Minutemen Company is seeking your participation in celebrating our country’s 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The Rehoboth Minutemen Company was formed in 1992, in part, to organize and participate in Rehoboth’s 350th year anniversary. I’m sure many of you recall and enjoyed the epic battles and encampments which we orchestrated in conjunction with the town in 1993. The unit also marches under Timothy Walker’s 22nd Massachusetts Regiment, and the 13th Continental Regiment, portraying the period from 1773 to 1776. From the original re-created unit to the present, many members have come and gone, however, the group is still active and needs your involvement and participation for the many events which honor the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. We are a not-for-profit organization, and provide historical programs, encampments, and battle re-enactments to the public. During the American Revolution, Rehoboth sent 1,400 soldiers and sailors to fight for our liberty and independence during the 8 years of the war. At that time, many other surrounding towns were all part of Rehoboth, namely, Seekonk, East Providence, Pawtucket. Soldiers from these communities served as the Rehoboth contingent in the fledgling Continental Army. We do have current members from some of these communities but are in need of men and women over the age of 16 to participate in the musket line, and other roles to represent the town of Rehoboth during the 250th Anniversary. Currently, only one Rehoboth resident participates in the musket line. I’m sure that there are many patrioticminded individuals and history buffs who would find participation a rewarding, once in a lifetime experience. We currently have members from as far west as Holyoke, and as far east as Wareham. These individuals travel long distances, and donate their time, to support our town unit, and keep our history alive. Residents of Rehoboth are especially needed to participate since the Rehoboth 250th Anniversary Commission has asked the Minutemen to plan and run a major event for the town in the near future. We need local residents to participate in the unit and help out with this event to make it truly a memorable one. Recently, in September of 2024, the Minutemen and the Rehoboth Historical Society co-sponsored a historical timeline event on Redway Plain, which covered the Roman Legion period through the Vietnam era. This event was a stellar event with over 1300 people attending over the weekend and getting rave reviews on it from both the participants and visitors! Photos and videos are available on our website. Volunteers from both groups spent countless hours organizing and running the event for your enjoyment. This event cost the town zero dollars! We are a safe, fun, family-friendly organization, which is open to all ages. Both men and women are encouraged to participate in the musket line. Other than participating in the musket line, we are also encouraging men, women, and children to participate as fifers and drummers. Two drums are available for use to anyone who is interested in drumming. We will train you as a participant in the musket line and have capable instructors for the fife and drum section as well. We will also help you with your period clothing. Members are friendly and will help out newbies as much as they can. There are a limited amount of unit muskets available for new members use as well. We are also in need of an 18th Century doctor to take care of the “wounded”. We have all the medical equipment for you to use. We have tents, cooking implements, etc., to make for an authentic and immersive encampment experience as well. Experience “time travel” to the 18th Century that many do not have the opportunity to do so. A perfect experience for home-schooled children!

May 2025 The Reporter For more detailed information please visit our website: www.13thContinentalRegiment.org Please browse our photos, how-to articles, historical documents, and many other in-depth informative articles about the period and 18th Century life and re-enacting. Please visit and give us a “like” on our Facebook page: Thirteenth Continental Regiment Want to speak with us in person? Attend one of our events or meetings and speak with us directly. Please check the Events section, which is updated regularly, so check back often for the latest. Take part in battles, encampments, parades, and historical demonstrations, and be part of the historic 250th Anniversary Celebration of our country and our community! Answer the call! Represent your town!

Rehoboth Animal Shelter News

Roman is a young (under 5 yrs old) male neutered German Shepherd. He is great with people, leash walking and loves to play. His history with cats is unknown. Roman has been out with other dogs and generally gets on well with them, but can be possessive with toys. His history with children is unknown so we would recommend children be at least 7 years old. He is friendly and loves to be petted and loved on. We would recommend a fenced yard and frequent walks. Roman is starting to learn basic commands but does need more training. Roman is up to date on vaccines and is ready for his forever home. We plan to have a photo on Petfinder soon! Please email Sandy Ruscetta at the Rehoboth Animal Shelter for an application - a.ruscetta@comcast.net

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Do you have a passion for capturing the beauty of plants, animals, and stunning landscapes? The Rehoboth Land Trust invites photographers of all levels – whether you’re a hobbyist or a seasoned pro – to participate in our photo contest! This is your chance to have your work featured on the puzzle design for RLT’s second annual Puzzle-A-Thon fundraiser in September. Our panel of guest judges will select the most captivating images to be showcased, helping raise funds for a cause you care about – protecting the wildlife and natural landscapes of Rehoboth!

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Theme: photos must feature plants, animals, or natural landscapes in Rehoboth. No human-made structures please. Eligibility: Open to all ages and skill levels. Photos can be taken anywhere in Rehoboth, but we’d love to see pics on RLT properties! Photo Requirements: High-resolution digital images only. How to Enter: • Email up to five submission(s) to info@rehobothlandtrust.net with the subject “RLT Photo Contest” before June 30, 2025. • Include the following details: • Your name, and the name of the photographer (if different) • Your phone number • Location in Rehoboth where the photo was taken • Date (or year) of the photo • Description of the photo’s subject • Age of photographer (optional) • 1-3 sentences about what the photo means to you (optional) By entering, you give the Rehoboth Land Trust permission to use the submitted photo in our 2025 puzzle design – credit will always be given. Big thanks to our local judges: wildlife photographers Dennis Goulet and Steven Brasier, Jen Joubert of Jennifer Joubert Photography, and D-R High School’s photography teacher Elizabeth Tache. Show us your best shot and help us celebrate the natural beauty of Rehoboth! Rehoboth Land Trust, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization funded entirely by donations and run by dedicated volunteers. We are not a town committee. Learn more at www.rehobothlandtrust.org.

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12 The Reporter May 2025 More Light = Less Fireflies. The fireflies that we all enjoyed as children are declining. Biologists believe that one cause is artificial lights interfering with their flashing mating signals, so different species have difficulty finding the correct mate. More Light = Less Flowers. When outdoor lighting attracts insects, including nocturnal moths that are important pollinators, they waste their time and energy at the light when they should be looking for a mate, thus reducing their populations.

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More Light = Less Frogs & Toads. Amphibians such as American Toads are attracted to in-ground lights to feed on insects, but this makes them very visible to nighttime predators. You’re probably already aware of how artificial light affects baby sea turtles in Florida. Hatching at night to avoid predators such as gulls and crows, the baby turtles evolved to migrate quickly towards the bright moonlight reflecting on the sea’s horizon. Artificial lighting confuses the hatchlings, so instead they crawl inland, towards house lights and parking lots -- a deadly mistake for them. Now many coastal towns ask residents to protect hatchlings by shielding lights, shining them downward, or turning them off altogether. The good news is that protecting the night sky, and everything we love about it, is as easy as flipping a switch. While human safety is important, there are many ways to reduce the harmful effects of artificial lighting on our own property and in our towns: Turn off all exterior lighting, or use a motion sensor or timer so lights don’t stay on all night. • Close your curtains at night. • Avoid lighting your house and landscaping for aesthetic purposes. • Keep exterior lights pointed away from natural areas like wetlands and tree lines. • Amber and red tone lights are less disruptive to wildlife. • Purchase exterior lights that are 400 lumens or less, with shields that direct light downward. Visit the Dark sky website, https://darkskymass.org/ to learn more and see examples of appropriate lighting.

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May 2025 The Reporter Why is a 100’ buffer zone needed around a pool? Wildlife habitats, such as a vernal pool, need a protected zone so that it can continue to function as wildlife habitat. This zone provides cover during breeding migrations to and from the pool, food, and shelter and therefore should not be disturbed by human activity such as dumping, filling, vegetation removal, or construction. Some of these animals spend their entire lives within 100’ of vernal pools. What is the process for determining if I have a vernal pool that requires protection? If you are planning a construction project that might negatively impact vernal pool habitat in the 100’ buffer zone you should contact the Rehoboth Conservation Commission to learn about the process, and which applications you might need to file. Protecting the vernal pools will not have an adverse impact on the citizens of Rehoboth but will have a positive impact on the future existence of certain wildlife. Part of the pleasure of living in Rehoboth is knowing we have a diversity of wildlife habitats, from upland oak forests, wild cranberry bogs, Atlantic Whie Cedar forest and wetlands, all of which support a fascinating array of wildlife. Please do your part to protect wildlife habitat for generations to come in our town. Vote to Protect Vernal Pools that are not currently under protection by the Wetlands Protection Act. Questions? Feel free to contact me at carolentin@comcast.net.

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I would like to thank you all who participated in last year’s Rehoboth Memorial Day Parade. Rehoboth Memorial Day Parade is being conducted annually here in the town of Rehoboth along Bay State Road. If you haven’t participated in the past, please contact Rehoboth’s Director of Veterans Service officer. My office would love to have you in our Memorial Day Parade This May 26th 2025. Please call 508-252-4467 or e-mail Jake at veterans@ rehobothma.gov The Parade will start around 10:00 AM near the Anawan School & the American Legion on Bay State Road. The parade will travel through the village along the Red White & Blue painted lines on Bay State Road and end up at the Veterans’ Memorial Gazebo, Redway Plain. You will see 68 each 3’x 5’ American Flags on the utility poles along the entire parade route from early May through Veterans Day. The Memorial Day Ceremony will commence at around 11:30 AM followed by dedication for all our Fallen Comrades who’ve given the ultimate sacrifice and for those who have fallen since last Memorial Day with a ceremony ending at noon with the lowering and raising of the American Flag. After the Parade, please come on over to the American Legion and join our Veterans for some hotdogs, hamburgers, and snacks. Please respond to the Director of Veteran Services Office if you’re interested in participating in this year’s Memorial Day Parade at 508-252-4467 or e-mail Jake at veterans@rehobothma.gov Thank you, Rehoboth, for your outstanding support over the years. - Jake Kramer

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Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Superintendent Bill Runey has been named the recipient of Tech & Learning Incorporated’s 2025 New England Innovative Superintendent Award. The Tech & Learning Innovative Superintendent Award celebrates district leaders who have pioneered impactful educational strategies that drive student success and serve as models for other districts. Superintendent Runey’s leadership reflects the district’s commitment to creating a dynamic, student-centered environment where innovation, empowerment, and the pursuit of excellence are at the forefront. As part of the award, Runey will be featured in Tech & Learning magazine and will be recognized at the National Innovative Leader Summit in December. The award highlights his visionary leadership in transforming the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District (DRRSD) to embrace cuttingedge educational practices and technology, aligning with the district’s strategic plan, DRiving Toward 2030. “I am incredibly honored to receive this award, and I believe it is a testament to the dedication of our District Leadership Team and the support of our School Committee,” said Runey. “The work we are doing to empower our educators, ignite curiosity in our students, and shape a future-ready educational environment is critical to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. This recognition reinforces our ongoing commitment to innovation and continuous improvement as we move our #WeAreDR community toward 2030 and beyond.” Under Runey’s leadership, the school district has implemented numerous initiatives designed to foster an innovative and studentcentered learning environment. “This award is well-deserved and a reflection of Superintendent Runey’s forwardthinking approach to education,” said school committee chairman Aaron Morse. “His leadership has transformed our district, and the impact of his work is being felt by students, staff, and the broader community. We are grateful for his vision, and we look forward to continuing to work together as we shape the future of education at Dighton-Rehoboth.”

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D-R School Committee Discusses GBI Policy By Joe Siegel

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee remains divided over the GBI policy which prohibits teachers from engaging in political activism. In a 5-5 vote at the April 8 meeting, the committee failed to approve the policy. Eliza Couture, Joseph Luca, Richard Barrett, Aaron Morse, and Donna Berdos voted no. Chairperson Chris Andrade, Glenn Jefferson, Peter Latour, Karen DaSilva, and Katie Ferreira-Aubin voted in favor. Last December, the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional Teachers Association (DRTTA) filed a grievance against the school district over the policy. “The policy is a political policy,” the union’s President Steve Patrick said. “It’s about politics. It’s not about campaigning for someone. It is not about what’s right, what’s wrong. This policy is not about social issues. You need to look at this fairly and re-think on how you’re going to vote tonight.” “The reason we’re doing this, time after time after time, is we inject, for lack of a better term, some political agenda into GBI,” said Eliza Couture. One of the points of contention was allowing LGBTQ Pride flags to be displayed in classrooms. “Neutrality is the fairest and most respectful position for all. We should focus on universal values of kindness, dignity, and respect without unintentionally alienating segments of our population,” Morse explained. Many members of the public expressed their reservations about GBI. The discussion became tense and Andrade called for a brief recess. “I find this policy, as a public school employee, to be condescending, disrespectful, accusatory, (in) that we actually have the time to indoctrinate your children, and quite frankly, (demonstrates) a severe lack of knowledge of what’s happening in our schools,” said Heather Dupont. “As is school committee practice, I allowed for public input on these policies,” Andrade said Thursday via e-mail. “Several members of the community stepped forward to provide their feedback. Once the foul language was introduced and the situation began to deteriorate, as a concern for the public, staff, and school committee I opted to clear the room so that the committee could continue its work. We also did reach out to Rehoboth police to assist with dispersing the unruly crowd, but I don’t believe there were any further consequences to date for those involved. However, Rehoboth police are reviewing the recording to make that determination.” “I would like to commend the school committee, staff, and most members public who helped to advocate for the mission of the DR School district in a thoughtful and professional manner,” Andrade added. “Unfortunately, a handful of unruly Rehoboth residents caused a disruption, but the committee did complete its work that night.” The revised GBI policy states in part: “In connection with campaigning, an employee shall not: use school district facilities, equipment or supplies; discuss their campaign with school personnel or students when actively engaged in official duties; or use any time for campaigning purposes when actively engaged in official duties. Under no circumstances will students be pressured into campaigning for any staff member. In addition, school district facilities are not public forums for the display or dissemination of an employee’s views on political candidates or political, partisan, or social policy issues. While engaged in their official duties, employees shall not participate in political activities."

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Rehoboth Proposes New Runoff Control Bylaw

Dighton-Rehoboth Offers School Choice program

Rehoboth voters will be asked to approve a new Land Disturbance and Post Construction Runoff Control bylaw at the June town meeting. Selectman Rob Johnson noted there has been a “significant development” in real estate in all areas of town within the last few years. “During the course of construction of individual lots and properties that are not otherwise subject to regulatory oversight for storm water and erosion control under the existing town bylaw and regulations. The town has incurred damages and other harms to its roadways and drainage systems as a result of storm water and erosion control measures at development sites across town,” Johnson said Monday. “These circumstances have resulted in necessary costs to the taxpayer of Rehoboth.” The town is mandating that “all persons, projects, and properties that are subject to the terms and conditions of this bylaw to procure approval of implementation of a stormwater control plan prior to commencement of construction.” “Ninety percent of what you’re going to do as a homeowner is exempt,” said Board of Selectmen Chairman Skip Vadnais. “As a homeowner, you’re not going to have any problem. Ninety percent of what you do in the normal course of life is not affected by this but it’s sorely needed.”

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee has voted to participate in the School Choice program for the 2025-2026 school year. This program allows students from other districts across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to attend Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School, provided they meet the necessary criteria and space is available. To ensure that the district maintains its commitment to excellence, the School Committee has set a limit of 25 school choice students for the upcoming school year. “At Dighton-Rehoboth, we are committed to empowering students by providing access to a world-class education in our #WeAreDR Community,” Superintendent Bill Runey said Wednesday. “Our Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses, alongside seven Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, ignite student curiosity and help them realize their full potential. Our nationally-recognized Theatre Program, exceptional visual and performing arts offerings, and comprehensive athletics and extracurricular clubs shape the future of our students, preparing them to succeed as truly future ready. By opening our doors to school choice students, we continue to fulfill our mission to empower, ignite, and shape the next generation of leaders.” “This decision is aligned with the district’s strategic plan, DRiving Toward 2030, which focuses on empowering staff and students, igniting curiosity and learning, and shaping a dynamic, future-ready school community,” Runey added. “The School Choice program offers new opportunities to foster the district’s growth while continuing to uphold its high standards of academic excellence and student engagement.” For more information about the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District’s School Choice program or to apply for the 202526 school year, please visit www.DRregional.org or contact the Superintendent’s Office no later than June 1.

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The Rehoboth Senior Center’s mission is to develop and provide programs, opportunities, and resources to enrich the social, emotional, physical, mental, and economic well-being of Rehoboth’s elder citizens. The Rehoboth Senior Center shall serve as a community focal point and an inclusive support system where Rehoboth’s elder citizens: • Can engage in leisure, wellness, educational, and social programs that promote an enhanced quality of life and socialemotional health and well-being • Can enjoy onsite meals prepared in the senior center kitchen and be served in the building’s dining area • Can connect to their peers and community • Can foster inter-generational relationships and shared activities • Can obtain information on and access to governmental supports

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You wouldn’t believe how much the members laughed during our Easter games after our April 17th meeting! We laughed so hard and enjoyed the relays and egg toss and competing to reassemble the egg parts and scooping for the golden egg that only one picture was taken. Everything brought for the pot luck was delicious! So many choices to help boost that energy needed for our games... Our next meeting will be held on May 15th in the Arcade Building on the Francis Farm Campus at noon. Lunch will be provided. After the meeting and lunch, we will be assembling gift bags for a group of seniors in town. It’s a surprise for them, so no details given now. So remember, May 15th. Hope to see you soon. Donna Howard President, RSCC

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The Seekonk Scene From the Seekonk Town Clerk’s Office We wish everyone a healthy and safe Memorial Day. It is a day to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter the words, but to live by them.” ~ John F. Kennedy. In observance of Memorial Day, the Town Offices will be closed on Monday, May 26th.

In Recognition

Kathy Coyle - Kathy began her career with the Town of Seekonk on July 7, 1985. She started part-time at the Seekonk Police and Fire Department until January 25, 1989. She returned to work full-time at the Department of Public Works on October 16, 1995. On October 8, 2010, she transferred to the Finance Department as the Accounts Payable Senior Clerk where she served until May 2, 2025. On behalf of her friends and coworkers (past and present), we congratulate her on a welldeserved retirement after 40 years of service to the Town of Seekonk. Thank you for your contributions and dedication to our town. Sandra Foulkes - Sandy retired from her position on the Planning Board effective April 7, 2025. She served on the board from April 2008 to March of 2025. For many of those years, she served as the vice-clerk or vice-chair for the Board. Seekonk Town Planner, John Aubin, stated, “I had the privilege to work with Sandy for the last ten years and always valued her attentiveness and genuine concern for the Town, its residents, and natural resources.” We would like to take this opportunity to thank Sandy for her contributions and dedication to the Town of Seekonk. Even though she is no longer on the Planning Board, Sandy will continue serving the town as an election worker so you will see her at the polls.

Annual Town Election Official Election Results

Congratulations to all those who won their respective seats and thank you to all the individuals who ran for a position. The election process is not easy. Your willingness to serve our town is recognized and appreciated. Number of Eligible Voters: 12,529 Total Votes Cast: 1,562 Voter Turnout Percentage: 12.47% Voter turnout by precinct: 1 - 415; 2 - 519; 3 - 310; 4 - 318, Total: 1,562 Continued on next page...

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Annual Spring Town Meeting May 12, 2025

The Annual Spring Town meeting will be held on May 12th at 7:00PM in the auditorium at the Seekonk High School. Check-in begins at 6:00PM. If you are NOT a registered voter and would like to vote at the meeting, please be sure to register before May 2nd at 5:00PM. You can register on-line at https:// www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/ or in-person at the Town Clerk’s office. The warrant is now available to view on the town’s website (www.seekonk-ma. gov). Please come out and participate in this important town meeting. We encourage everyone to get involved…. your voice matters!

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The Reporter May 2025 Binding Question: Shall the Town of Seekonk be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay the Town’s allocable share of the bond issued by the Tri County Regional Vocational Technical School District for the purpose of paying costs of designing, constructing, originally equipping and furnishing a new District High School and related athletic facilities to be located at 147 Pond Street, Franklin, Massachusetts, including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto? Yes - 789; No - 723; Blanks - 50; Total 1,562 • Board of Assessors – Nelson Almeida • Board of Selectmen - Gary Sagar • Library Board of Trustees – Ann Caldwell, Michael Durkay, and Alyssa Richard • Planning Board (five-year term) - Jo-Ann Perry and R. Michael Bingham (write-in candidate) • Planning Board – (four-year term) Scott Smith (write-in candidate) • School Committee - Emily Field and Robert J. Gerardi, Jr. • Water Commissioner – Dawn Dyer The official tally sheet is available on the Town Clerk’s page (https://www.seekonk-ma.gov/280/Town-Clerk).

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Our town boards, commissions, and committees provide residents the opportunity to work with the town in areas that interest them. Please consider volunteering your time and talent to sit on one of our boards, commissions and committees. If you are interested, please complete a talent bank form online at https://www. seekonk-ma.gov/583/Talent-Bank-Form, request one via email at townclerk@seekonk-ma.gov, or pick one up at either the Town Clerk’s Office or Town Administrator’s Office. Board of Registrars is a three-member board that is appointed by the Select Board to a three-year term. Duties pertain to voter registrations, street lists, signature certifications, and certain postelection duties, such as post-election audits, recounts, and counting Federal Write-in Absentee Ballots (FWABS) and ballots received from outside the United States (UOCAVA). The Board of Registrars do not work at the polling location during an election. There are currently two seats available. Capital Improvement Committee is a seven-member committee appointed to a three-year term. Capital Projects are defined as projects or assets that cost at least $5,000 and have a useful life of at least 5 years. In the fall, the Capital Improvement Committee will call Department Heads to review their capital project requests for the upcoming fiscal year. After the reviews are completed the CIC rates and ranks each project based on Department priority, budget impact, public safety, equipment replacement, efficiency, useful life, cost reduction, benefit to the Town and alignment with the Master Plan. The goal is to provide an impartial perspective for the Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator as they develop a balanced budget for the next fiscal year. Currently, there are five vacancies for this committee. Commission on Disability includes participation of people with disabilities to (1) research local problems of people with disabilities; (2) advise and assist municipal officials and employees in ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations

May 2025 The Reporter that affect people with disabilities; (3) coordinate or carry out programs designed to meet the problems of people with disabilities in Licensed in MA & RI coordination with programs of the Massachusetts office on disability; (4) review and make recommendations about policies, procedures, Your Local, Hometown services, activities and facilities of departments, boards and agenReal Estate Professional cies of said city or town as they affect people with disabilities; (5) provide information, referrals, guidance and technical assistance to individuals, public agencies, businesses and organizations in all matters pertaining to disability; (6) coordinate activities of other Active Listings Pending Sold Avg Sale Price local groups organized for similar purposes. For more information, 11 13 13 $523,854 Rehoboth please refer to MGL Chapter 40, §8J or contact our office. There Get Honest, Experienced Help Buying or Selling Your Home are up to twelve seats available. 39 6 8 $547,563 Seekonk Cultural Council is a group of interested residents whose purpose is to support community-based projects in the arts, humaniMelissa M Casey ties, and interpretive sciences. Currently, there are two vacanciesCaseyRE@gmail.co m Your Local, Hometown Real Estate Professional for this committee. Economic Development Committee involves in the development Licensed in MA & RI and review of the Town’s long-term economic development plans | 401-742-3348 and works on marketing the Town. They also will promote new melissacaseyre@gmail.com mcasey@lamacchiarealty.com business development and support existing businesses in Town. 401.742.3348 There are five vacancies on this committee. Energy Committee provides advice to the Select Board on policies and programs that may help reduce the town’s “carbon footprint”; preserve and enhance Seekonk’s environment, natural resources, and quality of life for its residents and businesses; and to provide leadership, education, and outreach to the public. There are four vacancies on this committee. Finance Committee oversees and advises on the town’s financial matters. The committee reviews the proposed budget for the coming fiscal year prior to the Annual Town Meeting. The committee reviews, in detail, all monetary proposals to be brought forward at the Town Meeting and provides recommendations on each article for the benefit of the voters. There is one vacancy on this committee. Historical Committee prepares and distributes publications, make recommendations to the selectmen, enter into contracts, and essentially develop an effective local program for preservation that is based on the needs and desires of our community. There are two vacancies for this committee. Parks & Recreation is an advisory committee that works with Federally Char tered & Federally Insured the Parks and Recreation Coordinator to help gather ideas for new 1169 South Broadway, East Providence, RI programing. They also help with the development of the town’s 438-7788 • 438-7789 acquisitions and recreational areas. The committee, along with the Nos Falamos Portuguese coordinator, holds monthly meetings with the goal of developing NCUA Member East Providence Chamber of Commerce diverse services and programs for the community and promoting citizen involvement. There is one vacancy for this committee. Recycling Committee helps coordinate and implement various sustainability programs in town-including recycling education, food waste composting, reducing waste by switching to reusable products, rain barrels for saving water and reducing flooding, litter patrol for cleaning up our streets, and special recycling programs for hard to recycle products. There are two vacancies for this committee. Zoning Board of Appeals adopt rules, not inconsistent with the 508-824-8370 Licensed & Insured provisions of the zoning ordinance or by-law, for the conduct of its business and for purposes of this chapter. There is currently one Emergency Service • Title V Inspections alternate position available. Septic Pumping: 4000-9000 Gallon Truck Capacity

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Thank you to all those who have submitted their dog license forms. As of April 23rd, we have registered 1,566 dog licenses. Dog licenses are now PAST DUE. As of June 1st, there will be an $25 late fee included with your dog license fee. Per MGL Chapter 140 Section 137: All dogs 6 months or older must be licensed annually with proof of a current rabies vaccination. Failure to comply may result in a by-law citation fee. If you would like to have the dog tag continued on next page...

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mailed to you, please return your completed form to us along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check made payable to the Town of Seekonk. As a reminder, license fees are waived for residents 70 years of age or older. However, you still need to apply for the license and show the dog is current on their rabies vaccine. Thank you to all those who have submitted their census. If you have not returned your town census, please do so as soon as possible. Failure to respond to the census may result in an interruption in voter status (i.e., becoming an inactive voter and/or removal from the active voting list). If you are a registered voter, there will be a party affiliation by your name (i.e., D, R, U, etc.). Updates to your party affiliation can be made in person at our office or by going online to https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/. As a reminder, the census does not register you to vote.

Memorial Day Parade Saturday, May 24th at 10:00AM

The parade will begin at the Seekonk High School at 10:00AM and proceed to Arcade Avenue, right onto Newman Avenue and will end at Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School. The Seekonk Department of Veterans Services and Seekonk Veterans Council will hold a ceremony at the Seekonk Veterans memorial park (410 Newman Avenue) immediately following the parade. A complimentary cookout will be held at the American legion Post 311 (351 Fall River Avenue) 12:00PM – 2:00PM. We hope to see you there. It is a wonderful parade put on by an incredible group of dedicated individuals.

Reminders From the Tax Collector’s Office

Due dates for Real Estate taxes and Personal Property taxes: • 3rd quarter was due on February 3, 2025 • 4th quarter was due on May 1, 2025 • Demand notices have been issued for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Bills that were due March 12, 2025 • Second commitment for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Bills were due May 1, 2025 • Demand notices have been issued for unpaid trash/disposal bills. If you have any questions regarding your taxes, please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at 508-336-2930. It’s hard to believe it has been one year since I was fortunate enough to be elected Seekonk’s Town Clerk. The year has flown by, and I can honestly say I learn something new every day. Thank you for your support and trusting me to serve as your Town Clerk. In addition, I would like to thank Lorraine Dr. Gian Calandrelli Dr. Lisa Daft Sorel, my fellow employees, the Administration, and Select Board for sharing your Dr. Lisa Daft and Dr. Jared Stubbs knowledge with me over the past 12 months. Are pleased to announce Dr. Chris Vanderpool Our teamwork and collaboration have helped me successfully transition into the role of has joined our family and cosmetic dental practice. Town Clerk during a very busy election year Providing comprehensive dental care in I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the election workers. In the past Seekonk, MA for more than 35 years. year, they had to adapt to many changes We welcome new patients! that included the successful implementation of new poll pads that were first utilized in the September State Primary election. Their professionalism and willingness to embrace change was instrumental to our election process. We hope you have a wonderful month. As always, please contact us (508) 336-2920 or by email at townclerk@seekonk-ma.gov if you have any questions.

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Aitken School “Bingo Night” Collects Food for Doorways

The Aitken School community has long been involved in the fight against food uncertainty. The Aitken PTO recently held a Family Bingo Night that also doubled as a food drive for Doorways, and a great deal of delicious food was collected to help our neighbors who are experiencing hard times. Those food donations flow from our pantry to fill cupboards in homes throughout our town. Last year over one hundred families visited Doorways for food support, and Doorways could not serve their needs without the support of good folks like the families of Aitken School. Thank you!

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Seekonk’s Catholic Churches Food Drives

The parishioners of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs filled 17 shopping carts to overflowing from the donations over a single weekend. The variety afforded by local food drives is a huge boon to our shoppers. The Roman Catholic parishes of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Our Lady Queen of Martyrs conducted a joint food collection on the weekend of April 5th & 6th for benefit of the Doorways food pantry in Seekonk and the Rehoboth food pantry in Rehoboth. These food drives have become semi-annual events for these sister parishes over the last several years. The joint food drive was organized by the St. Vincent de Paul Society, and it was an enormous success with a great deal of food collected to help stock the cupboards of local homes for weeks to come. At Doorways, we believe that the dignity of our shopper/neighbors is enhanced when they are able to select their favorite foods from a variety of choices, but that desirable variety is only attainable thanks to the efforts of local food drives. The community of Doorways would like to thank the parishioners of these two churches for their generosity to our neighbors in need, and we thank the SVdP society for arranging this collection. This truly represents “Love thy neighbor”. God bless you all.

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*Sustainable Seekonk*

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The Seekonk Recycling Committee would like to remind residents of all the great recycling and sustainability programs and resources we have available in town: Adopt-A-Drain program update! If you already participate in the Adopt-A-Drain program, you’ll be receiving a letter regarding the changes being made to the program. If you’ve never participated in the program, here’s your chance to find out more and join the team to keep our streets and waterways clean! The Adopt-A-Drain program will now run in conjunction with our Earth Day Celebrations each year. The term of each agreement going forward will be April 1 (or whichever date you apply if different) - March 31, and bags will be distributed at our Earth Day Event. You can renew or sign up on the spot at the event as well. Application can be found at www.Seekonk-MA.gov under Public Works. Second Saturdays @ Special Recycling Shed! We’re excited to announce a new Special Recycling Shed at TARF, which will be open ONLY on the 2nd Saturday of each month 8AM-12PM, and will accept anti-freeze, CFL & LED light bulbs, all batteries, all mercury items, ink/toner cartridges, EMPTY aerosol & co2 cans, and string lights & extension cords - free of charge. Solar panels & propane tanks both w/blue bulky stickers $8.50 also accepted during these times. Seekonk Transfer Station/TARF (351 Fall River Ave) is open year-round Mon-Fri 8am-3pm for drop off of yard waste (leaves, grass, twigs). Yard waste PICKUP will be offered for the month of May. May 10 is the last Bulky Waste Day for the current passes in this fiscal year. New passes and new dates for Bulky Waste start in July. Food Waste Compost Collection at TARF: Black Earth Compost collection where residents can bring household food waste. Accepted items include: fruits & vegetables, egg shells, bread, cereal, meat & bones, wooden chopsticks & toothpicks, coffee grinds & filters and more. See BlackEarthCompost.com for a full list and tips on collection & transport. You can dump food waste directly into the bins or use certified compostable bags-no plastic bags please! Seekonk DPW Offices (871 Taunton Ave) has textile collection bins & a Terracycle collection shed in the parking lot, and small rechargeable batteries/cell phone collection bin and eye glasses collection inside the lobby. String lights & extension cords are also accepted anytime. Bulky Waste Pickup stickers available for the 2nd & 4th Weds of each month for most items, 3rd Tues for metal/electronics, & 3rd Weds for mattresses/boxsprings. Sustainability Survey: The Recycling Committee wants to hear from you! There is a survey posted on the Recycling Committee page on the town website www.SeekonkMA.gov please help us understand what you’re interested in, what you need help with and what you’d like to see. Don’t Trash It! Consider donating items that are still usable-search do. If items are broken or no longer usable, pick up a special recycling packet at DPW or town website for FREE recycling resources-especially for electronics which contain valuable materials that can be reused/recycled when handled properly.

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Seekonk High School is mourning the loss of their athletic director John Moran, who passed away on Friday, April 11th. Principal William Whalen shared this message with students, Administration of Estates staff, and parents: “It is with great sadness that I share with you that Mr. John Moran, our Athletic Director and a teacher at Seekonk Probate of Wills High School, has passed away after a long illness. Mr. Moran served as a teacher for the Seekonk Public Schools, at both Hurley Wills and Trusts Middle School and Seekonk High School, for over 20 years. He will be missed by our faculty, staff, and many Seekonk High School Health Care Proxies students and alumni.” “It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of John E. Durable Powers of Attorney John E. Moran Moran, a cherished member of our community, a beloved athletic director, and an educator for 25 years here in Seekonk,” School Superintendent Rebecca 447 Taunton Avenue Kidwell wrote. “Mr. Moran dedicated his life to inspiring young minds and supporting studentSeekonk, MA 02771 athletes, both on and off the field. His passion for education and deep care for every student left an indelible mark on generations. Whether in the classroom, on the sidelines, or in the T 508.336.8120 halls, he was a bright light, a mentor, and a friend to so many. Our thoughts and deepest F 508.336.3350 sympathies are with his family, friends, colleagues, and all whose lives were touched by his navegalaw@aol.com legacy. May you find peace and joy in remembering the good times with him.” “John was the best colleague to work with for over 12 years as Audio Visual Co-CoorProviding legal services since 1979. dinators,” Peter Hoogerzeil said. “We learned a lot from each other and we had a lot of fun Experience matters. broadcasting meetings, events, and shows with our students. But most importantly, I was honored to be his friend, and I, like many of my colleagues, will miss him dearly.” Moran graduated from Pawtucket’s Tolman High School in 1980, where he was the star running back of the football team. He continued his education at NEIT, Warwick, where he studied video and radio production, ultimately earning a Master’s degree in athletic administration from Concordia University, Illinois. Moran’s funeral was held on Tuesday, April 15th at 10:00 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in St. Teresa Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Calling hours will be held on Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Special Olympics Rhode Island - Pawtucket Pacers, 370 CARPETING • LINOLEUM George Washington Hwy, Smithfield, RI 02917 would be appreciCERAMIC TILE • LAMINATE FLOORS ated. Online condolences welcomed at www.trippfuneralhome.com.

Highlights of Seekonk’s 2024 Annual Report By Joe Siegel

A copy of Seekonk’s 2024 Annual Report has been released and is accessible on the town website – Seekonk-ma.gov. Seekonk’s population is now 15,649. There are 11,409 registered voters. The median value of owner occupied housing units is $433,500. The residential tax rate is $12.35. The commercial tax rate is $26.66. The total tax levy is $52 million. The total budget is $73.1 million. Town Administrator Shawn Cadime touted Seekonk’s healthy financial status. “Through careful budgeting, long-term planning, and resourceful use of available funding, we continue to ensure that Seekonk’s finances remain strong and sustainable,” Cadime wrote. “Our FY 2025 budget reflects these priorities, balancing fiscal responsibility with our community’s growing demands. One of our key financial strategies has been leveraging outside funding to minimize the burden on taxpayers. In addition to our allocation of $2.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, the Town applied for and received $2.2 million in grants. These grants have supported critical areas such as public safety, conservation, public works, and planning. Every dollar we secured helped us meet departmental needs and pursue essential projects without over reliance on local taxes.” “We listened carefully to feedback from residents and business owners and made meaningful improvements to our services,” Cadime noted. “One significant change was the transition to OpenGov— a more user-friendly online permitting system. This shift reflects

May 2025 The Reporter our commitment to streamlining services and improving the overall experience for everyone who interacts with town government. To further support our growing reliance on technology, we hired our first full-time IT analyst. This role is critical to ensuring our Town operates efficiently, securely, and with the latest technology to serve the community better.” Nicholas Rondeau was named Employee of the Year for his work as a Dispatch Emergency Specialist. “Throughout the year, Nicholas has consistently gone above and beyond in his role, demonstrating exceptional professionalism, creativity, and a strong commitment to excellence. His ability to tackle challenges with determination and his innovative approach to problem solving have made a significant impact on all Public Safety Departments and the Town,” Cadime added. Other features include a list of appointments and reappointments to town boards and committees, a list of license renewals, Board of Selectmen meeting highlights, and photos from events such as the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. The town employees who retired include Town Clerk Florice Craig, Fire Chief Sandra Lowery, Police Officer Maria Vicenzo, Fire Department Lieutenant William George and Police Sergeant Thomas Hedrick. “The Town of Seekonk has earned recognition by winning the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s (MMA) Annual Town Report contest. This prestigious award highlights Seekonk’s commitment to transparency, effective communication, and excellence in reporting. This accolade reflects the hard work and dedication of the Town’s officials, employees, and contributors who collaborated to produce a report that truly serves its community.”

Seekonk Approves Bond Notes By Joe Siegel

The Seekonk Select Board approved $8.9 million in bond anticipation notes to pay for three items, including the South End Fire Station, the Department of Public Works (DPW) facility, and the purchase of the Firefly property at 320 Fall River Avenue. “This is not new money,” Board Chair Michelle Hines said Wednesday. The three projects were voted on at last November’s town meeting. $6.97 million is for the Firefly property. $425,000 is for the South End Fire Station and $1.5 million is for the DPW. Those two projects will not be going forward right now, but the town still needs to pay the loans and interest to the lending company – BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC., which Hines said offered the best premiums. The Select Board has not indicated what will be done with the former Firefly property. Hines thanked Town Administrator Shawn Cadime and the Finance department for securing a double A credit score for Seekonk. The town’s financial reputation allowed the town “to pay for (the projects) at the lowest rate possible.” The new DPW was to have been located on Town-owned land at 351 Fall River Avenue. The proposed design was for a 61,815 square-foot building. Residents said the $40 million cost was too high and declined to approve a tax increase to pay for it. Board member Gary Sagar proposed keeping the current facility at 871 Taunton Avenue and combining it with a property located at 911 Taunton Avenue. The tax increase for the average home would be $106.88 a year, according to Sagar. All the work could be done “in house” by one company. No Office of the Project Manager (OPM) would be necessary. Sagar said the total cost of the new project would be $16 million. At the board’s March 26 meeting, Hines noted more information was needed about the DPW project before it could be placed on a warrant.

Seekonk Approves Tax Increase By Joe Siegel

A tax increase to pay for the town’s share of constructing the new Tri County Regional Vocational High School was approved Monday. The required town contribution is $1 million over a 30 year period. The debt assessment is $635,000. Voters from 11 communities across three counties approved funding construction of the $286 million project in October 2023. The regional school district is composed of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham. Rejected by Seekonk voters. 1, 562 voters, representing 12.47 percent of the town’s eligible voters, cast ballots. The ballot measure passed with 789 yes votes and 723 no votes. Last month, Town Administrator Shawn Cadime warned the Select Board of “significant” impacts on the town budget if the debt exclusion for Tri County was defeated. “Services and requests for services continue to go up,” Cadime explained. Emily Field and Bob Gerardi were elected to fill two open seats on the Seekonk School Committee. Field has been serving on the committee since 2022. Gerardi is a former School Superintendent. Gerardi won 1,067 votes, Field won 853, and Michael Novinson won 757. Gerardi said he was “honored” to win so much support. Field was “excited” to continue working on the school committee. A number of other races were uncontested. Gary Sagar will now be serving a three year term on the Select Board. Sagar previously served one term on the board. Nelson Almeida ran unopposed for a three year seat on the Board of Assessors. Ann Caldwell, Michael Durkay, and Alyssa Richard ran unopposed for three seats on the Library Board of Trustees. The terms are three years each. Jo-Ann Perry won a five year seat on the Planning Board. Dawn Dyer won a three year seat on the Water Commission.

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Changes to School Committee By Joe Siegel

Robert Gerardi is the new Chairperson of the Seekonk School Committee. Emily Field will serve as Vice-Chair and Lisa Rizzo will serve as Secretary. Field has been serving on the committee since 2022. Gerardi is a former School Superintendent who was the top vote getter in the April 7 town election. The school committee voted 4 to 1 Monday to approve the donation of books from Love Lives in Seekonk, an LGBTQ advocacy group. Gerardi, Field, Lisa Rizzo, and Alicia MacManus voted in favor. Kyle Juckett was the lone ‘no’ vote. The committee stipulated only the books which had been approved by school librarians would be accepted. Gerardi said he trusts school administrators and teachers to only allow content in classrooms which is age appropriate. “I am a firm believer that all information needs to be available to people at all ages. I believe we fill libraries with books I may choose to read, some I may choose not to read. I do believe all information is good information,” Gerardi noted. Juckett objected to two books he claimed were focused on “gender ideology.” “(Elementary school students) are not going to know what (gender ideology) means,” Juckett said. “It’s going to lead to questions, which then require answers which then potentially lead to a conversation in the classroom. If the parents aren’t aware of that and have the opportunity to (opt out), that’s where my concern has always been.” “I think we have to give our educators a chance,” Field said. “I don’t think there’s a teacher in our district who would touch that subject with a ten foot pole at this point.” MacManus believed the books promote “empathy” and “inclusivity.” “We need to trust the librarians. That’s why they are here,” MacManus added.

Seekonk School Music Programs By Joe Siegel

Music programs in Seekonk Public Schools will continue in the next school year, says Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell. “We do not anticipate any reduction in music services for the coming year, as we are highly supportive the music program across all four schools. The achievement, talent, and growth students show over their years in the program is a highlight of our district,” Kidwell said Thursday. Staff members at Aitken Elementary School had sent letters of concern to the school committee after the proposed elimination of a part-time music teacher.

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“I do have my concerns with programs being reduced in the district,” said committee chairman Robert Gerardi on Monday. “My kids thoroughly enjoyed band. They all participated in it. I don’t like seeing us losing programs that I know are valuable.”

Warrant Articles Up for Town Meeting Vote By Joe Siegel

Voters at the May 12th Spring Town Meeting will be asked to approve a budget of $75.2 million for FY’26, which begins July 1. That figure represents a 3.3 percent increase over the current fiscal year. The largest portion of the budget is education, which totals $35.8 million. Of that amount, $33.7 million is designated for Seekonk Public Schools. That’s a 2.5 percent increase over the current fiscal year. Foundation enrollment is 2, 040 – a decrease of 36 students. The Tri County Regional School assessment is $2 million, a 44 percent increase. Seekonk represents 8.8 percent of the foundation enrollment, totaling 84 students. The required town contribution is $1 million over a 30 year period. The debt assessment is $635,000. One of the warrant articles proposes the appropriation of $10.4 million to fund the construction, renovation and expansion of the Seekonk Public Library, including demolition, landscaping, paving, utility and other site improvements. A feasibility study was conducted in late 2023/early 2024 and the final report was issued last November. Among the findings: “The library is located at the site of the former Newman Avenue Landfill. In an earlier study, a structural assessment identified up to 3 inches of settlement at the southwest corner of the library building. A substantial reroofing project was undertaken in 2008.” “Seekonk Public Library has inadequate stack space to store and display properly its entire physical collection and continuously weeds the collection to provide space for new acquisitions. Lighting levels in some areas is inadequate. The library compensates for reductions in the physical collection by increasing access to electronic sources of information and popular reading, although these resources are expensive and not user-friendly to the entire service population.” Voters at the October 2022 Town Meeting rejected authorizing funds to construct a $24 million building. The new building would have replaced the current 14,880 square foot facility at 410 Newman Avenue. A voter petition warrant article asks for the appropriation of $9.5 million for the construction and furnishing of a new South End Fire Station at 69 School St. Voters at the May 2020 town meeting allocated $425,000 for the design of the facility at the former school administration building at 69 School Street. The town owns that property. The 8300 square foot building would consist of three components, including dispatch, living quarters, and fire suppression. A debt exclusion, or temporary tax increase, would’ve been required to be approved at town meeting before construction began. Other articles include: • To see if the Town will vote to appropriate $825,000 from the Community Preservation Fund Undesignated Reserve, as requested by the Medeiros Farm Committee, with such sums to be expended under the direction of the Select Board, for designer services for the Medeiros Farm project at Elm Street and Lincoln Street. • To see if the Town will vote to appropriate from Ambulance Receipts the sum of $119,797.25 for the second year of a four (4) year lease/purchase for an EMS/Rescue vehicle for the Fire Department. • To see if the Town will vote to appropriate from the Building & Infrastructure Stabilization fund the sum of $150,000 for repairs

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to the Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School heating system, including all incidental and related expenses, to be expended under the direction of the School Committee. • To see if the Town will vote to appropriate from the Building & Infrastructure Stabilization fund the sum of $300,000 for remediation of asbestos floor tiles at the Seekonk High School. • To see if the Town will vote to transfer from the PEG Cable Access and Cable Related fund the sum of $83,000 to Seekonk Public Schools for PEG purposes. The entire warrant can be viewed on the town website: www. seekonk-ma.gov. The meeting will begin at 7 pm at Seekonk High School, 261 Arcade Avenue.

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The home of former Seekonk Selectman Justin Sullivan was destroyed by fire on April 21. Crews first arrived to find heavy fire on the first floor and back of the house at 29 Emily Way. The $1.4 million home was a total loss. Sullivan and his family were travelling outside of the country at the time. Both of the family’s dogs perished in the fire. The State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause. Seekonk Fire Chief Shaun Whalen noted the area was outside the town’s water district due to the lack of active fire hydrants. Whalen reported “heavy fire conditions of all floors at the rear of the building, including the attic space of the 2.5 story 3900 square foot residential building. Rapidly developing fire conditions were also present on the street side of the home. Ultimately a Third Alarm was requested for fire conditions extended to 41,42 and potentially 54 Emily Way, caused by blowing embers and strong wind conditions.” Several fire departments responded to fight the blaze, including those from Rehoboth, Attleboro, North Attleboro, Raynham, and East Providence. Some residents expressed concern about the safety of their homes. At the April 30 Select Board meeting, Whalen explained the Fire Department were “aware of these neighborhoods and have developed very specific tactics and strategies to fight fires in these areas.” “The home at Emily Way partially collapsed within moments of the first arriving companies at the scene,” Whalen noted. “Neighboring homes became threatened due to the large volume of fire, blowing embers and smoke. All of those affected homes were successfully protected from fire and from further threat. The situation was handled effectively and professionally by your Seekonk Fire Department along with all the other responding agencies.” Whalen encouraged residents to practice home fire safety drills and make sure they have working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. continued on next page...

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Town Administrator Shawn Cadime said the absence of a municipal water source did not delay the response to the fire. Although Seekonk does not own a tanker truck, Cadime explained the town has a mutual aid agreement with the Rehoboth Fire Department for tanker support. Two tankers were used from Rehoboth. Tankers were also brought in from Plainville, Berkley, Raynham, and Warren, RI. “We understand that any fire in the community can understandably raise concerns among residents,” Cadime told the Reporter. “I want to assure residents that the safety of our community is our top priority. Our fire department is made up of highly qualified, dedicated professionals who undergo constant training day in and day out to stay prepared for any situation. We have strong leadership in the department and a team I would proudly put up against any department in the Commonwealth.”

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Seekonk First Responders Play for a Cause By Joe Siegel

Members of the Seekonk Fire and Police departments took to the basketball court at Seekonk High School Saturday to raise money to fight blood cancer. The proceeds from the first “Battle of the Badges” will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The players from the Fire Department included Chief Shaun Whalen, Deputy Chief Adam Dalessio, Captain Joseph Gibbons, Lieutenant Timothy Goodwin, Lieutenant EdOver 30 Years Experience in the Local Community ward Maher, Lieutenant Matthew Bradford, Lieutenant Jonathan Martel, Firefighter/EMT EST. 1994 Brandon Botelho, Firefighter/EMT Justin Silva, Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Puhacz, Firefighter/Paramedic Alex Bak, Firefighter/ EMT-B Brandon Ferreri, Firefighter/Paramedic Joshua King, and Firefighter/EMT-B Michael Cronin. Representing the Police Department were: Lieutenant Sean Dowd, Sergeant Adam Laprade, Sergeant Keith Perry, Sergeant Steven Fundakowski, Patrolman Kevin Nagle, Patrolman Mitchell Dudley, Patrolman Ian Boisvert, Patrolman Christian Ortiz, Patrolman Emil Abotsi, Patrolman Nicholas Viveiros, and Special Police Officer Eric Dallaire. The game went into an overtime period when the score was tied 25-25. The final score was Police – 34 points and Fire – 32 points.

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Seekonk Swears in Eight Firefighters By Joe Siegel

Eight new firefighters were sworn in at the Select Board meeting held on April 30th. They include: Brandon Ferreri, Joshua King, Samantha Spatola, Justin Silva, Travis Wright, Leo Paul, Keith Bosse, and Gavin Cabral.

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Select Board Approves Pride Festival By Joe Siegel

The Seekonk Select Board voted Wednesday to approve the town’s second LGBTQ Pride Festival on Sunday, June 8. The event will be held in the back of the Newman YMCA on Taunton Avenue from 1 to 5 pm. The LGBTQ Pride Festival will feature food trucks, entertainers, and children’s activities. The organizers, Love Lives in Seekonk, have promised a family-friendly event. There will be no alcoholic beverages allowed. Kris Lyons, President of LLiS, said the 2024 event was “well attended.” “We had 300 people in attendance. It was a fun family event. People were very grateful to have the first Pride brought to Seekonk.” For more information, e-mail Lovelivesinseekonk@gmail.com.

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Seekonk Human Services The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, and Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm. We welcome all to come and enjoy the activities and companionship at Seekonk Human Services.

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Chief Meteorologist Mark Searles Wed, May 7, 2025 at 11:30am

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A Musical Journey Through the Years By Tommy Rull

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1pm

Take a walk down memory lane. Enjoy the music of Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Paul Anka, Barry Manilow, Elvis Presley, Perry Como, Lou Rawls, Engelbert Humperdinck and many more. *This program is supported by a grant from the Seekonk Cultural Council. Registration is required.

Healthy Aging Lunch & Learn Wed, May 28, 2025 at 11:30am

Join us for nutrition for Diabetes by Bristol Aging and Wellness Registered Dietitian, Dawn Di-Marco. Lunch will be chicken salad, pasta salad, three bean salad and desert for those who attend. Preregistration required.

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Backgammon

Mondays at 2pm

Players move their checkers around the board according to rolls of the dice and the first player to get all their checkers of is the winner. The fun comes from hitting and blocking your opponent’s checkers to impede their progress. This is a game of odds, calculation, patterns, and vision. Whether you are a seasoned Backgammon player or would like to learn how to play, please join us! Preregistration is required.

Podiatry Clinic

Wed, May 7, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Dr. Lechan provides monthly podiatry clinics. An appointment is required. Items needed are insurance cards with your primary doctor’s name, date of last doctor’s visit, summary of last visit and list of medications. *Please check with your insurance regarding co-pays. Call our office to make an appointment.

Let’s Learn Together!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:30pm

Do you have questions about using your smartphone or tablet? Bring them to the Tech Help Hour. The goal of this session is to help each other learn how to use technology better. There is no set agenda. This program is provided by Seekonk Public Library staff. Bring your own tablet, phone or laptop. Please make sure your device is fully charged. Preregistration is required.

Blood Pressure & Glucose Clinic

Wed, May 21, 2025 9:00 - 11:00am

Join us for our free monthly blood pressure and glucose screenings. Walk-ins welcome. Provided by Seekonk’s Public Health Nurse.

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Seekonk Human Services has partnered with The Hamilton Diner to offer weekly lunches! Lunches will cost $7 for residents and $8 for nonresidents. The menu will be available at the office and on Facebook. On the last Tuesday of each month, we will be celebrating Seekonk Senior’s birthday. On your birth month you will only pay $2.00 for that lunch (Seekonk residents only).

Nutritional Meals to Go Tues / Wed / Thurs

Bristol Elder Services provides nutritional meals for lunch on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to go. Meals come completely cooked and prepackaged. Meals need to be ordered the day before by 9:30am. Suggested donation of $2.25 per meal which will be due at the time of pickup. The May menu is available at our office and on our Facebook page.

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Kevin Richman Trivia

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This group meets the 1st Wednesday of every month. Everything is Dutch treat. If you are interested in joining for good food and good conversation, while supporting our local restaurants, please call the office. Preregistration is required.

Please join Register Tom Hoye and First Assistant Register Attorney Juliane Clark as they discuss the role of Bristol County Probate and Family Court and the impact it may have in the lives of our seniors. The topics that most affect seniors will be discussed that may include but not limited to; the basics of estate planning, guardianship, change of name applications and Court Service Center. Preregistration required and opens May 15.

Get your brains in gear and join your friends in a fast-paced game of “I Knew That!” Team Trivia on Wednesday, June 11th starting at 1pm. Quizmaster Kevin Richman will guide you through 3 rounds of trivia geared at you and your memories. We will also play a few rounds of The Match Game. Preregistration required and opens May 15.

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Chris Brissette from Hearing Life will be here for the Hearing Clinic. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes. Preregistration is required and opens May 15.

Father’s Day Ice Cream Social Let’s celebrate with an ice cream social! Come on down to enjoy some ice cream inside good company. This event is open to all! Seekonk men are FREE. Women and non-residents are $2. Preregistration is required and opens May 15. continued on next page...

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Butler Hospital Memory and Aging Program Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2pm

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What is a memory screening? Today’s screening is a “healthy Brain Check-Up” that tests memory and other thinking skills. The memory screening is a series of questions and/or tasks that takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and can indicate if someone might benefit from a comprehensive medical evaluation. It is for personal use only and should not be used to diagnose any particular illness. This screening does not replace consultation with a physician or other clinician. Preregistration is required and opens May 15.

New Orleans entertainer, vocalist, trumpet and trombonist, Frank Noonan will perform, “A Musical Salute to America.” We will travel North to South, from Boston to New Orleans, with hit songs by Frank Sinatra, John Denver, Louis Armstrong and many others. Then we’ll head West on Route 66. During our travels we’ll sing, “America the Beautiful” and pay tribute to our Serviceman,

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Telephone Reassurance Program

Our office will make a telephone call to an individual’s home at approximately the same time each day Monday through Friday (during our operating business hours only). This program is designed to connect people in need with ongoing, caring human contact and conversation. If we do not receive an answer, we will call back shortly after. If we do not receive an answer the second time, Public Safety will be called to check on the individual’s status. The Telephone Reassurance Program provides a peace of mind for the individual and their loved ones. This program is designed for senior citizens, disabled persons and shut-ins living in Seekonk who may be at risk of loneliness, social isolation, illness or injury. If you, or you know someone you know is interested in this program, please call Nicole at Human Services at 508-336-8772.

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Join our email list! Things are changing so quickly these days and we want to be able to get the word out to you quickly. Please give us a call and give us your email address; we want to share fun activities, links to zoon and other virtual programing you may like. The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am 12:00pm. Come and enjoy the activities and companionship at your center. Join our email list! Things are changing quickly these days and we want to be able to get the word out to you quickly. Please give us a call and give us your email address. We want to share fun activities, links to Zoom and virtual programs. * NOTE: *Seekonk Human Services is primarily an informational and referral agency. We try to help you directly or by introducing you to a network of federal, state, or local support services. Seekonk Human Services offers legal, financial, recreational, medical screenings, and other activities/services by volunteers or nominally paid practitioners. Participation in these services/activities is with the understanding that Seekonk Human Services, Town of Seekonk, or its employees do not assume any legal or other responsibility for advice of services rendered by such volunteers or nominal cost practitioners.

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A Taste to Remember: Seekonk Lions Club 28th Annual Taste of the Town A Story by Paul Buckley

As 5pm was approaching, a vibrant energy pulsed through the appreciative of the successful event that showcased the best of air at the Ledgemont Country Club. The 28th Annual Taste of the Seekonk. This event was more than just a culinary and beverage Town was about to begin, and the anticipation among the crowd showcase; it was a powerful reminder of the strength found in unity, was intense. Volunteers from the Seekonk Lions Club and the the shared stories over plates of food and drink, and most imporLedgemont team led by Jules Olly bustled about, setting up tables tantly, what we do at the Seekonk Lions Club: we serve. adorned with colorful tablecloths and arrangements that reflected the heart of the event. After navigating through a packed parking lot, over 200 hungry individuals streamed into Ledgemont’ s foyer, each one eager to indulge in a culinary journey through the flavors of local restaurants, clubs, and taverns. Lions Club President Paul Buckley, along with members Len Silva and Dana Haberlein, greeted attendees. Guests poured in, purchasing raffle tickets then navigating up the stairs through the sprawling array of culinary delights in Ledgemont’ s beautiful ballroom. The atmosphere hummed with excitement and chatter. Sizzling sounds and mouthwatering aromas wafted from the food stations, drawing hungry patrons toward an explosion of diverse flavors. Event chairs Lion Gary Sagar and Chris Gasbarro, the enthusiastic owner of Gasbarro’s Liquor Store, were ready to guide guests through an impressive selection of local wines and spirits. “You’re in for a treat tonight!” Chris called out, as vendors poured wine and adult beverage samples into elegant plastic cups with ease. The crowd having a great time in the ballroom at Ledgemont. As patrons moved through the ballroom, they marveled at the array of food and desserts set up from end to end. At one station, Rosa’s Tavern in East Providence, had delicious Shrimp Mozambique. The dish was very lite and spicey leaving a trail of satisfied smiles in their wake. Moving along there was the Hamilton Diner in Seekonk with some great offerings from their daily menu. Lemon & Oil Deli with Triple S Barbeque had a never-ending line of spicey tuna and flavorful barbecue! One hour into the event the raffle brought an extra layer of excitement. Tickets jingled in enthusiastic hands as the moment approached. As Club President Buckley called CCAP r Appr urs fo out each number drawn, cheers and jeers o h oved e bl Brigh emitted, with new connections being forged Flexi parents. t S t a rs Ra as winners celebrated with friends. “What a busy - 6pm ted m night!” Buckley exclaimed, holding up a gift a 7 certificate. “We had a few tickets pass, but what can I do?” As the night went on, intrigued patrons filed in front of former New England Patriot guard Logan Mankins. One of the patriots Sacred Heart Early Learning Center best defensive lineman in Patriot history, 101 Taunton Avenue Logan signed autographs of himself and took pictures to fans delight. Then those East Providence, RI 02914 Stella Glasses…the line lasted till the end of the evening for those craving a customized To schedule a tour or for more information... engraved glass! With tummies full and spirits high, guests departed, already talking about next year’s Email: info@sacredheartepri.com Call 401.434.1080 Taste of the Town. As the last lights of evening dimmed, the Lions Club volunteers Nurturing minds today for a brighter tomorrow! and the Ledgemont team began to pack up,

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Thank You from the Seekonk Lions Charitable Trust

The Seekonk Lions 2025 Annual Taste of the Town committee would like to thank all the vendors and patrons who came to Seekonk’s Ledgemont Country Club for a great evening of food, drink, and frolic. While we may have had a few issues throughout the three hours, overall, the event was a great success and entertaining for all. As the committee commits to corrective actions and plans for effective results, we all hope to see everyone on April 20, 2026 (Save the Date) for a bigger and better Taste of the Town, delivering to our community a social event that we can all be proud of. The Committee thanks the following: Ledgemont Country Club, Chris Gasbarro’s Fine Wine and Spirits, Logan Mankins, Optitech RI, Joe Zito, The Old Gristmill Tavern, Gathering Grounds Café, Outback Steakhouse, Pokemoto, The Hamilton Diner, Red’s Kitchen, Young’s Caterers, Lemon & Oil Deli & Catering, Triple S Craft BBQ, American Legion POST 302, Sarcastic Treats, Parella’s Restaurant, Vino’s Family Café, Gigi’s Ristorante, Tipsy Toboggan, Brownell’s Bakery, Rosa's Tavern, Digger’s Catch Seafood, Corvus Vodka, Glen Pharmer Vodka, Boston Beer Company, Gallo Family Winery, Michael and David Winery, Classic Wine and Spirits, MS Walker, United LTD, Howie’s, Canned Heat, Grey Sail Brewing, Jack Abby’s Brewing, Colonial Beverage, Citizens Cider, Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits, Atlantic Beverage, Quality Beverage, Southern Glazer, Colonial Beverage, Carolina Wine and Spirits. And, of course, all the volunteers/members from the Seekonk Lions Club. We could not have done it without you! Committee Chairs: Gary Sagar, Chris Gasbarro, Paul Buckley, Roger “T” Tetreault (RIP)

Rehoboth Lions Club News Update

It’s Baaack!! Twenty-four years ago, Rehoboth Lion Russell Latham hosted the first Rehoboth Lions Recognition night! Nominations have been received, and winners have been selected. Please join us on May 21, 2025, at the Hillside Country Club at 7PM to acknowledge and publicly thank your neighbors whose behind the scenes volunteer efforts contribute to make Rehoboth a special place. This is a special night, the cost of the meal is just $40. Our local state representatives will be on hand to award special citations to the winners. To attend, just click on the recognition night link in the upcoming events section of our website and fill out the online form. Please submit early in advance of the April 13th deadline https:// rehobothlions.org/event/russell-latham-citizens-recognition-night/. If you cannot use the online method, feel free to reach out to any Rehoboth Lions Club member for tickets! Our Health and Welfare committee continues to provide free use of durable medical equipment for our neighbors in need. If you

need any assistance, please contact Ray Olivier or Steve Brasier! For over 53 years, the Rehoboth Lions Club has presented our annual chicken barbecue. Tickets are only $20 for a full chicken bbq meal! Purchase your tickets in advance and come by the American Legion between 11:30 AM and 1 PM on June 1st! This might be an ideal time to invite friends and family to a cookout at your house and leave the grilling to us! Enjoy a great meal and help the Lions support the community at the same time! Don’t forget our 36th annual Golf Tournament to be held Saturday, September 20th, 2025 at the Swansea Country Club! Save the Date and get three friends together $140 per golfer includes, cart and buffet dinner! Sponsors are also needed. Please visit the Rehoboth Lions Club website at www.rehobothLions.org for information on this and all our upcoming events! Proud to be serving our community as president of the Rehoboth Lions Club. Don Nokes

The Hornbine School

On April 17th, Hornbine School Volunteers spent the day washing desks and windows as well as unpacking materials to be used this season. Our newest teacher, Richard Wheeler, joined in and vacuumed many areas that haven’t been dusted for quite a while. We’d like to thank all our volunteer clearers this season. We are looking forward to our 2nd annual “SPRINGTIME TEA” on Saturday, May 10th. We look forward to this event with the children dressed in “old fashioned” outfits. We anticipate that it will be a very enjoyable day for all. We have several school classrooms visiting The Hornbine School for a day in May and June. On Saturday, June 1st, we will have a booth at the Carpenter Museum’s Strawberry Festival. Our Open Houses will be each 2nd and 4th Sunday from 2 - 4 pm during June, July, August, September, and this year during the month of October. We will have some new “Hornbine Art” on display as well as some new activities for our young and old visitors. Gilbert Stubbs will demonstrate how to cut the tips of feather quill pens at our July 20th OPEN HOUSE. We are planning a special Fall Event during the last Open House on October 26th. Follow our articles in the Reporter and on Facebook for more details as the season progresses. The Hornbine one-room schoolhouse is located at 146 Hornbine Road in Rehoboth, MA.

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Rehoboth Garden Club May 2025

In commemoration of Arbor Day, the Rehoboth Garden Club will be planting a tree on the Francis Farm property. The tree will be dedicated in memory of those who passed away in 2024 who made significant contributions toward the quality of life, protection, and personality of Rehoboth during their lifetimes.

May 2025 The Reporter If you would like to nominate someone who made such contributions, please contact Linda McHugh at 508-252-9768 with the name of the person you would like included in the memorial. You will be invited to speak about your nominee during the ceremony, and hang a memorial name tag on the tree. Although the official 2025 Arbor Day date was April 25th, due to the saturated ground at Francis Farm, the tree planting and dedication will be held on Saturday May 17th at noon. The community is invited to attend. On Wednesday May 28th, club members will take a field trip to the Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich MA to view the Dexter Rhododendron Garden in full bloom. Approximately 160 named varieties of rhododendrons and thousands of unnamed varieties grow on the property. New members are always welcome. For club and membership information, please contact Michael Seebeck at michaeljseebeck@ gmail.com or 401-787-5206.

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Fishing Derby

Dear Friends, It was a beautiful day at the Grist Mill Pond on Patriots Day morning, April 21, 2025. Not like the numbers in years past, but 50 kids showed up to one of the best fishing derbies around. Getting guidance from George “The Fishing Guy” Poli, young anglers did their best in a confined area where the bite was scarce, leading to the agony of a desperate attempt to pull a beautiful trout from the cool waters of Grist Mill Pond. At the 1 hour and 40-minute mark, Griffin Sobolevski managed to land a healthy 14.5” rainbow trout! It was a task getting that fish to settle down, but Griffin finally gained control. Everyone was asking how he managed to catch the fish. Griffin said, “George the Fishing Guy told me to fish the bottom. Five minutes later, wham!” While everyone else had a few bites but no significant catches, the end of the derby brought us to the famous banquet at the American Legion right up the street. Most who attended clinched the day for food and prizes. Chick-fil-A sandwiches were served with a side of pond weed, chips, cookies, and a drink. How awesome is that! We would like to thank all our sponsors this year: The Grist Mill Tavern, American Legion POST 311, Chick-fil-A, Seekonk Grand Prix, Bass Pro Shops, Purple Cow, Cuzin’s Pizza, Marti’s Cupcakes, Popular Pizza, Rumford Pet, Jersey Mike’s, Angels’ Closet, Monster Golf, Spumoni’s, Tavern on the Square, and my favorite, Fam Lee Grill. We hope you had a good time, and we will see you next year!

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Join us for weekly Bible Study, led by Pastor Andrew Simon. Bible Study takes place every Thursday at 10am in Fellowship Hall! All are welcome! Questions About Worship, Church School or Other Programs & Events? Contact our Administrative Director Samantha at office@ rehobothcongregational.org or 508-252-4545 (Tuesday-Thursday 9AM-1PM).

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Sunday Services

We hope you will join us each Sunday at Seekonk Congregational Church UCC at our weekly services with Communion in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA with Interim Minister Rev Dr Ruth Shaver. All services begin at 9:30 and all are welcome. Licensed infant/preschool day care is available every week. Check us out, you will be happy you did. We will continue to record our services and they are available the following day at Seekonk Congregational Church YouTube. Church School classes are also at 9:30 each Sunday with children starting in church on the 1st Sunday of each month.

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Please join us for an unforgettable evening of music as we bring to life the most iconic soundtracks from movies, TV shows, and the stage! Whether you’re a fan of soaring cinematic scores or beloved theatrical melodies, this concert promises something for everyone. Indulge your sweet tooth while supporting a great cause— our Dessert Silent Auction will benefit the Music Fund, ensuring continued support for the Music Ministry of our Church. Open to all, and a free will offering will be gratefully accepted to further support this mission. This spectacular event is proudly presented by the Music and Arts Committee. Don’t miss out on this magical night—mark your calendars and spread the word!

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Be A Well Being

Tuesday May 6th at 6 PM

Please join us for our 45-minute monthly gathering of quiet time which includes meditation, prayer and gentle movement led by Sarah Stevenson.

May 2025 The Reporter The purpose of the Be a Well Being group is to provide a supportive and non-judgmental forum for exploring stress management strategies and all are invited to attend.

“FIRE UP” Creative ARTS CAMP 2025 Focusing on 4 fiery Bible Stories! 3rd through 10th graders

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Mon-Thurs, (4 days) June 23 - 26. 10:00 AM- 3:30 PM

Including: Fire Pit Snacks, Fire Slime Toss, Glow Stick Treasure Hunt, Volcano Bursts, Sparkler Celebrations, Frying Pan Wax Creations and More Fiery Themed Surprises! Lead Instructors: Kristin Putney & Rev. Dr. Ruth Shaver Fee $160 ~ Sibling Discount: $50 off ($110) Extended Hours: 8:30-10:00 AM $15 per day and 3:30-5PM $15 per day Registration Required by June 9 Contact Kristin 774-991-1555 or Maria at the Church Office 508-336-9355 All children are welcome to attend

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On-Going Mission Concerns & Needs

• We Have Food Pantry for Anyone You Know Who Have Financial Challenges: granola/cereal bars, cereal, food in pouches that doesn’t need heating, pasta, spaghetti sauce, rice, beans, tuna, peanut butter, all types of Non Perishable food. Donations are welcome at any time • The clothing shed is at the end of the County Street parking lot. Drop off your clothing, shoes, belts, purses, blankets, sheets, curtains, pillowcases or stuffed animal donations in a tied-up bag. • CANS & BOTTLES MA deposit Only: Save the environment and people!! Bring donations to the green bins - Fall River Ave parking lot- lift lid - drop in clean bottles and cans. DEPOSIT ONLY, no water bottles please. If you have any questions on the above or wish to subscribe to our weekly newsletter, please email Donna.euell@gmail.com. All events and services are open to ALL. Please check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SeekonkCongregationalChurch/ for updates. No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome at Seekonk Congregational Church.

Community Covenant Church News

Are you looking for help and hope? Every week at Community Covenant Church, we strive to bring that to everyone who walks through our door through the good news of the gospel of Jesus. Through relevant preaching and modern worship that engages all ages from birth to empty nesters. For more information on our programs and current sermon series, check out www.communitycovenant.church. We hope to see you in person or online this Sunday at 10 am.

First Christian Congregational Church News

Strictly Sentimental Swing Band Concert

The First Christian Congregational Church, UCC located at 1113 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA will be hosting the Strictly Sentimental Swing Band on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm in our beautiful sanctuary. The Concert will feature an assortment of favorite Big Band Songs. Please plan to join with us. No fee, donations only.

May Breakfast

The First Christian Congregational Church, UCC located at 1113 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA will be hosting our Annual May Breakfast on Saturday, May 10, from 8 – 11 am. This will be a sit down breakfast buffet featuring scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancakes, muffins, juice, coffee & tea. The cost for the breakfast is $15 for adults, $7 for children 6 – 10, and children 5 and under eat free! All are invited to come and enjoy the food, fellowship and fun!!

St. Nicholas of Myra Church Plant Sale on May 17

St. Nicholas of Myra Church, 499 Spring Street, North Dighton, is having a PLANT SALE on Saturday, May 17th, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will have annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetable and house plants. There will also be a Plant and Gift Certificate Raffle.

Centenary United Methodist Church Events Yard Sale May 10

Centenary United Methodist Church, 15 Sanford St in downtown Attleboro will be hosting a Yard Sale on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-1:00pm. Rain or shine. Items include gently used clothing, household goods, small furniture and jewelry. Be sure to stop by to check out the treasures!

Monthly Take Out Dinner May 17

Centenary will be hosting their monthly take-out dinner on Saturday, May 17. This month we will be preparing a Baked Ham Dinner accompanied by mashed potatoes, carrots, dinner roll and a homemade treat! All meals will be ready to go by 5:00pm. Adults $15, Kids under 10 $7. Please email cumc15.events@gmail.com or call 508-2221759 to reserve your dinner.

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People In The News Rehoboth Resident Paul Pabis Earns Doctorate from Northeastern University Longtime Rehoboth resident Paul Pabis has added another remarkable milestone to a distinguished career with the completion of his Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) from Northeastern University, Class of 2025. A steadfast commitment to leadership and lifelong learning has marked Pabis’s academic journey. In addition to his Ed.D., Pabis holds a Master of Science in Leadership, a Bachelor of Science in Business, and an Associate of Science in Electrical EngineerPaul Pabis ing Technology from Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island. He also served on the Parents Leadership Council at Roger Williams University. For more than 40 years, Pabis’ professional career spanned television broadcasting, engineering, public service, and education. He retired in 2022 after nearly three decades at Paramount/CBS in Boston, where he served as Director of Operations and Engineering for WBZ-TV and WSBK-TV38. There, he led a 50-person team overseeing technical operations, engineering, IT, and facilities management. He was instrumental in the success of high-profile productions

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University News

Saint Michael’s Athletics Inducts Record 34 New Members into Chi Alpha Sigma

Colchester, Vt. - The Saint Michael’s College Department of Athletics unveiled its 13th induction class of Chi Alpha Sigma, the National College Athlete Honor Society as a record 34 Purple Knights carrying at least a 3.7 grade-point average were honored. This year’s class surpasses the record 27 lauded in 2023. Seven of the top eight classes have come since 2019, with at least 22 inductees earning recognition for the fifth time in six years. In all, 255 Purple Knights have now gained entry into Chi Alpha Sigma over the past 13 years.

Local member is Junior Ashley Silveira, of Seekonk: Women’s Swimming & Diving

Local Residents Named to Simmons University Dean’s List

Boston, Mass. - March 25, 2025 - The following local resident has been named to the 2024 fall semester dean’s list at Simmons University in Boston: Sophia Wilcox of Seekonk

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Transitioning Into Retirement

Written by Lars Lambrecht, CFP, CLU, BFA, AMPA, CDFA, CLTC, CSLP, owner of Island Time Finan-cial Services, Inc.

Transitioning into retirement can be exciting and daunting. Many retirees work with a professional financial advisor to navigate the multiple life changes. Income. You will need to reinvent your income in retirement. You will most likely receive Social Security and/or pension income. You may want to continue working part time. Most retirees need additional income to maintain their desired lifestyle. Hopefully, you have been able to accumu-late retirement investments that can be used to create income. It is a different mindset and strategy to position your portfolio to provide an income versus accumulation. There is a general rule of thumb that you can draw 4% from your portfolio and have it stay intact (e.g. a $1,000,000 portfolio could produce $40,000 of income per year). Generally speaking, expenses increase in the initial years of retirement (for travel, as an example), then reduce as we age, and again in-crease later in life for additional health care expenses. Investments. As people near retirement, it is common to be more concerned about protecting your portfolio than seeing it grow. If so, your portfolio risk should be adjusted to accommodate this. I often layer risk through various “buckets.” I recommend leaving one-year of anticipated expenses in guaranteed vehicles (savings, CDs, treasuries). The balance of your portfolio might be divided into a conservative bucket, moderate-risk bucket, and growth bucket. You want to po-sition your portfolio so that you don’t have to sell more aggressive investments when there is a market downturn. Drawing from the conservative bucket allows the more aggressive ones to con-tinue to grow without disrupting your retirement income. Most people roll their retirement plan over to their IRA when they retire. IRAs provide significantly more investment options and flexibil-ity, and can be professionally managed. Another option to potentially consider is an annuity for a portion of your portfolio. There are several types of annuities, each with their own pros and cons. The main benefit of most annuities is that they can provide guaranteed income for your life.

Health Care. Most retirees need to transition from health insurance provided by their employer. If you are 65 years old, Medicare is typically the main source of health insurance. There are sev-eral components and options within Medicare and supplemental insurance Lars Lambrecht plans. I recommend speaking with an insurance agent that specializes in Medicare. If you are younger than 65, you will need to obtain private health insurance, which can be costly. Your Medicare and health in-surance premiums are impacted by your taxable income. You should also consider longterm care expenses and insurance as part of your retirement planning. Taxes. There are some unique opportunities with tax planning once you are retired, and I find tax planning becomes more complex for many clients. If you live in Massachusetts and are 65+ years old, you may be eligible for the Senior Circuit Breaker credit. There is a formula based on your in-come and how much you pay for either real estate taxes or rent that determines how much of a tax credit you receive. You can influence your overall taxes based upon how you draw from your investments. For example, it’s possible that money in non-retirement brokerage accounts can be drawn down with less taxes than your 401(k) or IRA. You may have money in Roth IRAs that pro-vide tax-free income. You do need to be careful about how various income options can impact other parts of your taxes such as the Circuit Breaker Credit and health insurance subsidies if you are under the age of 65. Generally speaking, I prefer drawing down non-retirement assets first. My article next month will be going deeper on retirement income and tax strategies. Lars Lambrecht, Rehoboth resident and Certified Financial Planner, is available to answer questions or meet for a consultation. 617-9476428

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Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus presents “American Postcards” May 17 at 7pm and May 18 at 2pm

Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus presents “American Postcards” on May 17 at 7pm and May 18 at 2pm at the Taunton High School Auditorium. 100 singers will perform songs with “places” in the title such as “Oklahoma”, “Good Morning Baltimore”, Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “Theme from New York”, “Walking in Memphis”, “Hawaii Five-0 Theme”, and “Midnight Train to Georgia”. The playlist includes well-known tunes embodying the unique musical genres represented by all corners of the USA including bluegrass, country & western, jazz, Cajun, show tunes, 80’s pop-rock, and more. Patriotic tunes include Celtic Woman’s “O, America” and Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America”. The concert will

May 2025 feature on-stage musicians performing on guitar, fiddle, violin, and cello and accompanied by 14-member pit-orchestra. Colorful costumes and guest dancers will complete this must-experience event. Tickets range in price from $18 - $24. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit smfconline.org or call 508-813-0697.

Honor a Hero with Poppy’s Crew this Memorial Day Weekend! Poppy’s Crew Presents: The Return of Flag a Friend in Celebration of Our Memorial Day Fundraising Campaign

We’re proud to bring back our beloved Flag a Friend campaign! For just $17—the cost to sponsor one wreath—you can honor a veteran, family member, friend, or fellow Patriot by having their yard “flagged” with a beautiful patriotic display. Each display includes: • A set of American flags and • A sign recognizing the recipient as a supporter of veterans The display will stay up for a short time before being passed along to the next recipient—spreading pride, remembrance, and community spirit throughout the holiday weekend. Community Members and Local Businesses are encouraged to particpate Let’s cover our neighborhoods in gratitude this Memorial Day. Reserve your installation today to ensure delivery in time for the holiday!

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Wreaths Across America Rehoboth Village Cemetery Saturday, December 13, 2025

As we prepare to observe Memorial Day, Poppy’s Crew, the official Wreaths Across America sponsorship group for Rehoboth, is proud to announce the launch of its 2025 campaign—with the goal of honoring every veteran in the Rehoboth Village Cemetery (and to expand our efforts) with a remembrance wreath this December. This year’s national theme for Wreaths Across America is “Keep Moving Forward”—a powerful reminder that honoring our veterans is not just a tradition, but a responsibility we carry with us as we work to ensure their legacies live on. “Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the lives sacrificed for our freedom,” says Poppy’s Crew. “Launching our campaign now gives the Rehoboth community— businesses, families, and individuals—the chance to be part of something meaningful. Let’s ‘keep moving forward’ together, by remembering those who came before us.” And we need everyone’s help to expand our efforts beyond the Village Cemetery Each $17 wreath sponsored honors a veteran by name and is laid with care during a nationwide ceremony on National Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 13, 2025.

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Poppy’s Crew is a volunteer-led sponsorship group based in Rehoboth, MA, created in loving memory of Edward J. August (Poppy). The group is committed to supporting Wreaths Across America’s mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach. Year-round, the crew works to raise funds and build community awareness so that every veteran resting in Rehoboth Village Cemetery and beyond is honored with a wreath each December.

Expanded Sheep & Wool Festival Brings History, Craft, and Community to Bristol Sat, May 17, 2025 10:00am to 4:00pm

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Bristol, RI – With just one month to go, Coggeshall Farm Museum is excited to share the return of its beloved Sheep & Wool Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever—with over 40 vendors and artisans from Rhode Island and beyond. Coggeshall Farm’s Sheep & Wool Festival is celebrating New England’s agricultural traditions with expanded offerings, more artisans, and a brand-new sheepdog herding demonstration that’s sure to delight the whole family. “This event has become a true springtime favorite,” said Shelli Costa, Executive Director of Coggeshall Farm Museum. “We’re thrilled to welcome even more vendors, demonstrators, and guests this year. Whether you’re a fiber arts enthusiast or simply looking for a unique day out in Rhode Island, the Sheep & Wool Festival is a must-visit.”

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• Live sheep shearing and wool dyeing demonstrations

May 2025 • Interactive spinning and weaving exhibits • The debut of Two Coves Farm sheepdog herding demonstrations • Shopping from 40+ vendors offering handmade items such as fiber goods, yarns, pottery, soap, and more • Children’s activities, fiber crafts, music, and animals • Food trucks serving seasonal fare • The return of the Sheep & Wool Showcase—a crowd-favorite community art display As part of the festivities, guests are invited to participate in the Sheep & Wool Showcase, an open art and fiber exhibit celebrating the creativity inspired by farm animals and the natural world. Submissions are welcome from all ages and skill levels, including fiber pieces, paintings, drawings, and mixed media. All entries will be displayed under a large open-sided tent during the festival, where attendees can vote for their favorite. The piece with the most votes will win a family membership to Coggeshall Farm Museum and other exciting prizes. Submissions are due by May 9, 2025, for details and guidelines visit https://coggeshallfarm.org/sheep-wool-showcase. Set against the scenic backdrop of Coggeshall Farm Museum, this one-day celebration offers something for everyone—from the seasoned crafter to the curious first-time visitor. The 2025 Sheep & Wool Festival is sponsored by BayCoast Bank, Grace Barker Health, DaPonte’s Landscaping Services, The Coffee Depot, Charles E. Millard Inc., and New England Genealogy Associates. For tickets, showcase details, or more information, visit: https:// coggeshallfarm.org/event/sheep-wool-festival/

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The Carpenter Museum’s Annual Strawberry Festival Returns

Join the Carpenter Museum for our 14th annual Strawberry Festival Sunday June 1st, 1-5PM. The event will be held at the Museum in the Rehoboth Village (4 Locust Avenue), rain or shine. Entry is free! The annual Strawberry Festival is a family friendly event featuring activities related to early American History. New this year is flax processing, Paul Revere copper plate printing, Revolutionary War era music and coffee tasting, as well as 17th century men’s clothes tailoring! We will also have old favorites like candle dipping, hearth cooking demonstrations, butter making, clay pinch pot sculpting, colonial yard games, and so much more! The event will also have strawberry shortcake, strawberry lemonade, and baked goods for sale. Parking is available in the field behind the Museum and Rehoboth Congregational Church. About the Carpenter Museum:

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Meat Raffles continue each Saturday through May 17th. The raffles take place each Saturday at 2 pm. There are 3 tables of steaks, chicken, seafood, TV and other prizes. 50/50 raffle. Kitchen opens at 1 pm.

Memorial Day Weekend Saturday

Come by the American Legion after the parade for Free Hot Dogs and Hamburgers, noon – 2 pm. The parade starts at 10 am from the high school and goes to the middle school. Followed by a ceremony at 11:30 at the Veterans Memorial Park.

Sunday and Monday - Drive By Poppy Distribution

Poppies will be available in front of the Legion Post from 9 am to noon. The red paper Poppy is the official memorial flower of the American Legion. The Auxiliary distributes Poppies so people can remember the sacrifice of our Military. Money received from distributing the Poppy can only be used for Veteran Rehabilitation. All donations are appreciated. Hall Rental: 150 person capacity. Contact Bob for information at 508-336-9822. 351 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA 02771 508-336-9822

Charity Yard Sale

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 8 am - 12 pm

Come to one of the largest yard sales in the area! The Seekonk Knights of Columbus Charity Yard Sale

We will have 30 sellers on site - so you should find whatever you’re looking for. Free Admission. Free Parking. Visit us on FB. Rain date: Sunday, June 1, 2025 532 Arcade Ave., Seekonk, MA 02771

Seekonk Fire Museum

The Seekonk Fire Museum will be open to the public at a new time in 2025. The museum will be open the third Saturday during the following months in 2025 from Noon-2pm. May 17 - June 21 - July 19 - August 16 Free admission and monetary donations are always appreciated. Donations of fire service/emergency medical service and law enforcement memorabilia to the museum are always graciously accepted and we thank you for your continued support. The Central Volunteer Fire Assoc. is a 501c3 non-profit association. For groups of 20 or more requesting a private tour, or planning an event at the museum, feel free to email: seekonkfiremuseum@ gmail.com See you at the Museum!

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Celebrate Mom with a nature hike and mimosa, grab a friend and hit the trails for FREE May birding walks, or pick up a paintbrush at the new Maxwell Mays Art Studio. It’s time to get out with Audubon and look for signs of spring on the wildlife refuges!

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Art Exhibit by JooHee Yoon: Illustrated Birds of Rhode Island

Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI May 3-June 30, 2025; 9:30am-4:30pm

Providence illustrator JooHee Yoon shares a glimpse into her artistic process, celebrating the many feathered creatures that can be found in the Ocean State. Featuring a chronicle of birding during the past year that resulted in an illustrated bird guide, this exhibition traces the steps from ideation to print production. The art on display will include finished illustrations, sketches, bird photos and samples of the spreads from the finished book.

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Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk, MA May 17 and July 12, 2025; 10:00-11:30am

What are those tall structures that have been erected in the meadows at Caratunk? Learn all about these structures, their uses and how they support bird populations – all while enjoying a morning mimosa! Then hike out to observe these structures in use and leave with information on how you can create similar homes for species like Purple Martins, Chimney Swifts, and Eastern Bluebirds.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day in nature with a relaxing hike and a refreshing mimosa! Join us for a scenic walk through beautiful trails, and explore the wonders of spring. Along the way, we’ll highlight local plants, wildlife, and the vibrant beauty of the season. After your hike, enjoy a well-deserved mimosa (or two!) in a serene setting while soaking in the views. It’s the perfect way to show Mom just how special she is—through nature, relaxation, and a little bubbly!

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Sustainable Elegance

Eco-conscious choices are becoming standard in formal event planning. From digital invitations and biodegradable décor to locally sourced menus and rented fashion, sustainability is stylish. Many couples and hosts are opting for vintage gowns, repurposed decorations, and green-certified venues to reduce their carbon footprint without compromising sophistication.

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People want more than a beautiful setting—they want a memorable experience. That means interactive food stations, themed photo booths, and unique entertainment like live musicians, aerial performers, or even on-site illustrators. Hybrid events with livestream options remain popular, especially for guests who can’t attend in person.

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The biggest trend? Making it personal. Whether it’s handwritten notes for guests, custom cocktails named after the couple, or playlists curated by attendees, formal events are becoming more meaningful and less cookie-cutter. Hosts are leaning into authenticity, ensuring their events reflect who they are.

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SCOUTING AROUND Protect Your Pets from Predatory Threats by Audrey (Rey) Lancellotta

I am Rey Lancellotta. I am a Senior Girl Scout and I have been in Girl Scouts for 11 years. I am working on my Gold Award. What is a Gold Award? A Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award you can receive in Girl Scouts. I have decided to do my Gold Award project on predatory animals and how to keep your pets safe from them. This article will be the first in a series of three, meant to inform readers about harmful wildlife and tips that they can use to keep their pets and livestock safe. Have you been seeing an increase of wildlife that could harm your pets? Well, that could be because spring is when most animals come out from hibernation and have their babies. Mothers will be stressed with trying to find a den while surviving and fathers will be looking for food. With pups and kits around, mothers will be more hostile if you or your pet go near them or their den. One of the easiest ways to keep your pets safe is to keep them inside or leashed when outside. One of the most common predators seen in our area are coyotes. Coyotes often have their pups around this time, and it would be smart to know about their behaviors and habits. During the Spring, coyotes will be looking for dens to have their pups in. They naturally avoid humans, so the chances of you encountering a coyote living close by is rare. Coyotes often hunt in packs, but before the hunt, they always send out at least one scout to find the prey, that is why they are mostly seen alone. Once they find their meal, they signal to the pack and they eat together. That’s when you hear them howl. They are celebrating their catch. Cats should not be let outside on their own, as they can harm the ecosystem. They lower the population of other animals such as rodents and birds just for sport. Dogs outside should be leashed to keep them from wildlife dens. You should also only walk pets during daylight hours. If your dog needs to go out at night, shine a flashlight on it. The best thing to do if you want to not have your pets leashed but still be outside is by getting a backyard fence that is 6 feet tall, and at least 1 foot underground. This will help prevent most animals from getting in or out of your yard. There are some rare cases where cats can jump higher than 6 feet, but on average they can only jump around 5 feet. If you do find a predator in your yard, you can scare it off by making loud noises, flashing a light at them and waving your arms. If it is an animal that could cause serious threat, like a coyote, bobcat, fisher cat, or bear, do not turn your back or look away! They will see this as a sign of submission and decide that it means you’re prey. • Reclaim your yard from woods I hope that these tips and information will be helpful for you encroachment. Removal of dead and your animal companions. As stated, this article is the first in a trees, shrubs, stumps & vines. series of three articles, and a new installment will be added to The • Excavation & Drainage Solutions Reporter each month. Until next time, enjoy this beautiful spring weather with your pets.

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Rehoboth Boy Scout Troop 13 Hosting Clam Boil Fundraiser

Rehoboth Boy Scout Troop 13 is excited to announce its upcoming Clam Boil Fundraiser, set to take place on May 30th at the Seekonk Rod and Gun Club, located at 61 Reed Street in Seekonk, MA. Doors will open at 6:00 PM, with food served at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available for $40 per person. The event promises a delicious traditional clam boil and a night of community spirit, with proceeds directly supporting the programs and activities of Troop 13. Funds raised will help Scouts participate in outdoor adventures, leadership training, and service projects throughout the year. In addition to individual tickets, local businesses and organizations are invited to become event sponsors for $250. Sponsorship includes two tickets, logo recognition prominently displayed during the event, and other acknowledgments throughout the evening. continued on next page...

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Join us at the Seekonk Public Library for a Seekonk Shred Day scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 9 AM to 12 noon. Seekonk residents and library cardholders can drop-in anytime to deposit items in the secure shredding truck in the library parking lot. Non-residents can participate from 11 AM to noon. This event is provided in partnership with the Town of Seekonk Recycling Committee. Bring your confidential paper items to the ProShred mobile shredding truck in the library parking lot for secure, on-site destruction and recycling. Be prepared to bring your own material to the shredding and carry away your empty bags or boxes. There is a limit of two bags or boxes per trip. This is a rain or shine event. Register online at seekonkpl.org/events to receive email in case there are any changes to the event. Call the Adult Services department at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org for more information.

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Experience the beauty of traditional Japanese attire by coming to Seekonk Public Library on June 5 at 6 PM for Dress Up: All About Kimono. Presenter Eri Pace will introduce the history and different types of kimono, followed by a live dressing demonstration. Eri will share her expertise gained through studying kimono dressing for several years at the Yamano Style Kitsuke School in Japan. We welcome you to dress up in your favorite attire as well to compare and contrast cultural traditions. If you own a kimono or yukata, feel free to bring it along—we can even dress a mannequin with it! Discover the charm of yukata, a popular summer outfit, and get ready to make this summer extra special! This program is free and open to the public. For planning and to be notified of any updates, register in the online Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events. For help registering or for more information about this and other Level Up summer programs, call the Adult Services department at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.

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Just for tweens and teens: One Up Games, New England’s highest rated game center, is returning to Seekonk Library for another 3-hour video game extravaganza! On Tuesday, June 3 at 3:00 PM, they’ll bring a variety of next-gen consoles and gaming monitors, including Nintendo Switch, XBox Series S, PlayStation 4, and Oculus Quest 2 (Virtual Reality), with a mix of popular and classic games to play. Participants will be able to choose which games and systems they want to play and will have a chance to try multiple options. This 3-hour event is free and open to tweens and teens in grades 6 through 12. Please register through the Events Calendar at www. seekonkpl.org/events. Space is limited, so register early! For more information, call Adult Services at the library at (508) 336-8230 or email teens@seekonkpl.org.

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Fun activities for kids are coming up on Sat. May 10 from 11 to 12:30. “Create your own terrarium” features Noelle Blais, who is going for her Girl Scout Gold Award. She will lead this program for children in kindergarten through grade 3. This will be followed by “Be Kind to Our Earth: You Can Make a Change”. Also, LEGOS will be set up for anyone to drop in between 11 and 2. Look for news of summer programs for kids in next month’s Reporter.

Spring Clean-Up May 16

Come to Goff Hall on Friday May 16 from 10 to noon for a special spring clean-up event sponsored by local businesses. There will be free paper shredding services (limit of 3 boxes or bags per person) and also free ice cream! On hand will be local business people offering information on cleaning and maintaining your home and property, as well as topics such as finance, insurance, and health. For more information on this community event, call Cathy Edington at 508-245-3499 or email cathye@mellogroup.com

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• Tot Time with Miss Joyce on Tuesdays at 10:30. Children under age 4 and their caregivers are invited to a fun interactive program of moment, music, games and more. Older siblings are welcome. • Story Time with Miss Cathy on Thursdays at 10:30. Join us for a story or two and a simple craft to make and take home. For children ages 3 and up. Older siblings welcome.

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• The next meeting of the Blanding Book Club will be on Mon. June 4 at 7 pm to discuss “The Nature of Fragile Things” by Susan Meissner. Stop by the Blanding for a copy of this novel. • Hank Coleman continues the history group’s discussion on the founding fathers of American democracy on Wednesdays at 11. For further information, contact hjcoleman@comcast.net. • Book Donations: If you are looking for a place to donate books in good condition (no textbooks or magazines please), you can bring them into the library to donate to the annual used book sale held by the Friends of the Blanding Library in October. You can find more information and news about programs and events at the Blanding Public Library at https://rehobothantiquarian. org/blanding-library/ The Blanding Public Library at 124 Bay State Rd., Rehoboth is open Monday through Thursday from 10 to 8, and on Friday and Saturdays from 10 to 4. Closed Sundays and holidays, including Monday May 26 for Memorial Day. Phone 508-252-4236.

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SCHOOL NEWS Rehoboth Antiquarian Society Scholarship

The RAS Scholarship Committee is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 second semester scholarship. Applicants must be planning to major in a field related to museum or library studies. This may include museum or library sciences, history, archaeology, anthropology, conservation, restoration, preservation, etc. Eligible students live in Rehoboth, or its surrounding communities, or have a significant connection to Rehoboth. Applicants should be enrolled in, or accepted by, an academic institution or an institution offering programs aligned with our mission. Eligible programs will lead to a degree or certificate. All applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Additional information and an application can be found on our website (https://rehobothantiquarian.org/ras-scholarship/) The deadline for applications is Friday, June 20, 2025.

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Felix Gore is Beckwith Middle School’s Project 351 Ambassador for this year. Project 351 is a youth-led service initiative that selects one student from each of the Commonwealth’s 351 cities and towns to serve as an Ambassador. This year marks Project 351’s 15th anniversary, with a collective impact on more than 1.4 million lives. In January, Ambassadors joined Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Massachusetts Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler, and other community leaders in Boston for a day of service and celebration. Felix helped organize a clothing drive at Beckwith that collected nearly 1,000 items of clothing to support those in need.

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“Spring into Learning!”

It’s hard to believe, but we’re already entering the home stretch of the 2024–2025 school year! As the days grow longer and warmer, our students and staff continue to stay busy with meaningful learning, celebrations, and hands-on educational experiences that make Palmer River such a special place. Over the past month, classrooms have been filled with energy and purpose as students worked hard to show what they’ve learned throughout the year. This month marks the completion of our MCAS testing, and we couldn’t be prouder of our students’ focus and determination. A big thank you goes to our dedicated teachers who helped guide and prepare our learners every step of the way. We also had a blast celebrating our second annual Masked Reader event, which brought smiles, laughter, and plenty of guesses as students tried to figure out who was behind each mask. This fun-filled event helped raise funds to keep our book vending machine stocked with exciting new reads. Thank you to everyone who supported this special literacy initiative! Our students also dove into some incredible learning opportunities outside the classroom. In the Macroinvertebrate Project, students and staff rolled up their sleeves and explored the Palmer River to study macroinvertebrates—tiny water-dwelling creatures that help us understand the health of our local environment. This real-world science experience connected students with nature while encouraging environmental stewardship. In addition to science exploration, students took enriching field trips to deepen their learning. Visits to the Carpenter Museum allowed our third grade students to explore our community’s local history in a hands-on way, while the first grade trip to Roger Williams Zoo offered unforgettable lessons about animals, their habitats, and conservation. As we move into the final weeks of the school year, we look forward to continuing this exciting momentum, celebrating growth, and making lasting memories. Stay tuned for more end-of-year highlights as we finish strong at Palmer River!

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Congratulations to 7th and 8th grade chorus students Korey Grant, Cole Nystrom, Abbie Oldmixon, and Ella Sampson for representing Beckwith Middle School at the 2025 Junior SEMSBA Music Festival, held on May 2nd and 3rd at Oliver Ames High School in Easton, MA. Under the direction of guest conductor Ms. Michela Booker, the students collaborated with fellow musicians from across Southeastern Massachusetts to rehearse a diverse repertoire of choral works. The two-day festival concluded with a performance enjoyed by family and friends.

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Brian Kreizinger passed away Visiting Hours were held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at the on April 17, 2025 after a couraCrapo-Hathaway Funeral Home, from 3:00 - 8:00pm at 350 Somgeous battle with cancer. He was erset Ave., Taunton. A Celebration of Life followed on Thursday, born in Providence, RI, and grew May 1, 2025 at the Berkley Beer Company from 12:00 - 3:00pm at up in Rehoboth, MA. He gradu10 Ingell St, Taunton, MA 02780. ated from Dighton-Rehoboth Please consider donating to the Leptomeningeal Cancer FounRegional High School in 2002. dation in Brian’s name. https://lmcancer.org/brian-kreizinger/ Brian prided himself as a forever student. He earned his BA in Fine Art from BSU, MA in Education from Emmanuel College, and EdS in Educational Leadership from May leave this world, but they never leave BSU. Brian was still enrolled in courses all the way up until his Brian Kreizinger passing. Brian was a beloved art teacher at Taunton High School, and prior to that, Weymouth Middle School. He strived to get the most from his students and always pushed them to surpass their own expectations. Brian loved Rehoboth and returned to raise his family in his “dream house.” An avid reader, Brian could be found turning pages by the bay windows that look over the Palmer River. To his own surprise, this view also caused him to become an amateur bird watcher. He was a Celtics (basketball in general) fanatic and was still playing pick-up ball with his friends well beyond their prime. He loved driving around town in his ‘79 Ramcharger with the top off Owners and Directors, Amy Silva Rigtrup, Type 3, 80 Broadway, Taunton MA 02780 and country music playing on the radio; Lawrence Quintal, Type 3 and 508.822.0081 maybe headed fishing, where he considered Christine (DeLawrence) Quintal, Type 3 www.silvafuneralhome.com himself mediocre at best. He also thought of himself as a candle enthusiast, neat freak, cat lover, and a weightlifter. Above all else, Brian preferred to spend time with his family, hunkering down for a movie night, taking the kids on “adventures” and reading with them every night. Brian will be remembered as a dedicated teacher and a thoughtful friend, but most importantly a loyal son and brother, and a devoted father and husband. He leaves behind his whole world, his children, Audrey and Oliver, and his loving wife, Kate (Thurston) Kreizinger; his parents Brian and Lorraine (Horton) Kreizinger; his brother Adam Kreizinger; his sister Kelly (Kreizinger) Steele and her husband Raymond; his sisters-in-law, Christine Thurston and Emily (Thurston) Ruehrwein and her husband Michael; his niece Alice; his nephew Westley. Brian also leaves behind several aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his grandparents Frank and Evelyn (Taylor) Horton and Leo and Beatrice (Raposa) Kreizinger.

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Rehoboth, MA – Roger “T.” P. Tetreault, 83, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of the Broker/Owner, GRI, Notary late Barbara H. (Bobola) Tetreault, who passed away in 2021, and leaves behind the last love of his life, Brenda Davey. Roger “T” was born in Paw(401) tucket and raised in Seekonk and later www.TKREB.com made his home in Rehoboth. He was a son of the late L’Homme “Larry” & Roger “T.” P. Tetreault Maria (Duval) Tetreault. Roger was a United States Navy veteran and served as a Radarman 3rd Class Petty Officer where he served aboard the USS Yosemite. He was a longtime member of the American Legion Post 302, Hazelton Golf Club and a past member of the former Rehoboth Country Club, all in Rehoboth. “Roger T” served as President of the Bar & Restaurant Service Association from 1998 to 2010, where he organized over fourteen Bar & Restaurant Service Balls to raise funds for many local charities. He was the 2006 and 2010 recipient of the Bar & Restaurant Service Humanitarian Award and For a Wish Come True Claim to Fame as “Roger T” Shot in the Dark Night Golf Tournament. In his youth, Roger was active in Boy Scouts of American and was the youngest scout to receive the title of Eagle Scout in 1956. Roger worked for many years as a liquor salesman at several area distributors including, Providence Beverage Company, United Beverage of New Hampshire, Wayne Distribution Company, Johnson Brothers of RI, where he retired from several years ago. Roger will be lovingly remembered by his family, many friends and colleagues, and by those who came to know him over the past eighty-three years. Besides his beloved Brenda, Roger leaves two sons, R. Marc Tetreault of Seekonk, and Scott D. Tetreault and his wife, Laura, in California; grandchildren, Johnathan Tetreault, Lauren DiPietro and her husband, David, Nicole Hartfelder and her husband, Justin, Joshua Tetreault and his wife, Gracie, and Camille DiGirolamo and her husband, Jeremy; (5) great-grandchildren, Rosie DiPietro, AvaLynn Tetreault, Sophia and Amelia DiGirolamo, Trent Hartfelder. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Cecile (sister) and Paul (brother) Tetreault and is the father of the late Trisha Tetreault. Roger was blessed with many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend visitation and Mass. Visitation was held on Monday, April 21st from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts Competent Concern When the Need Arises to the American Legion Post 302, 84 Bay State Rd., Rehoboth, MA 02769 would be Affordable Funeral & Cremation Services regardless of financial circumstance appreciated. Pre-Planning Specialists Mass of Christian Burial followed by Proudly serving Rehoboth & Seekonk families since 1898 Military Honors were held at St. Teresa Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket on Andrew J. Correia, MBIE; President/Funeral Director & Embalmer Tuesday, April 22nd at 12:30 p.m. Interment at Seekonk Cemetery will take place on a later date. www.TrippFuneralHome.com

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Stephen W. Haskell Stephen W. Haskell, 80, of Rehoboth, died April 14, 2025 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the loving husband of Dorothy (Sheridan) Haskell. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Weston C. Haskell and Constance M. (McKenney) Haskell. Stephen was employed as salesman for many years until his death. He proudly served as Lieutenant of the Rehoboth Fire Department, Chairman of the Rehoboth Ambulance Committee, and member of the Rehoboth Rescue Stephen W. Haskell Squad. He was a Communicant of Grace Episcopal Church in Providence where he previously served as Senior Warden. In addition to his wife, he leaves his loving children: Mark S.W. Haskell and his wife Stacy of Rehoboth, Meredith L. Khoury and her husband Jordan of Swansea, and Heather C. Cerra and her husband John of North Kingstown. Cherished grandfather of Cooper M.H. Khoury, USMC of Swansea, Hunter W. Haskell of Rehoboth, Kaitlyn M. Cerra of North Kingstown, Aidan J. Haskell of Rehoboth, and Stephen J.H. Khoury of Swansea. He was the brother of the late Susan J. Anderson and William H. Coburn. His Requiem Eucharist was held Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. in Grace Episcopal Church, 300 Westminster St, Providence, RI. Burial will follow in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to Grace Episcopal Church, 300 Westminster St., Providence, RI 02903 will be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of the Home of J.H. WILLIAMS & CO., 210 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI.

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• Edna Blanche Richmond of Rehoboth left us on March 23, 2025, at the grand old age of 96. • *Roger “T.” P. Tetreault, 83, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, after a brief illness.

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Lynette A. Whitford, RN Lynette A. Whitford, RN, 75, of Attleboro, died April 13, 2025 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Howard L. Whitford, Jr. and Isabelle (Daggett) Whitford. Lynette was a graduate of Pawtucket Memorial School of Nursing. She was a Registered Nurse with Pawtucket Memorial Hospital and with SurgiCare of Providence until her retirement. She was a member of the Red Hat Society. Lynette A. Whitford She leaves her loving siblings: Peter L. Whitford and his wife Mae of Manchester, TN, Richard Whitford and his wife Gail of Seekonk, and her sister-in-law Carol Whitford of Seekonk. She was the sister of the late Flora A. Tierney and Roger Whitford. Cherished aunt of William Tierney, Steven Tierney, Mark Tierney, Amanda Ledford, Amy Paananen, Roger A. Whitford, Kent Whitford, Dawn Lynette Ghiorse, Tracy Whitford, and several great-grand nieces & nephews. Her Funeral Service was held Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30 A.M. in the Home of J.H. WILLIAMS & CO., 210 Taunton Avenue, East Providence. Burial will follow in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116 will be appreciated.

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From the State House Representative Howitt Supports Supplemental Budget Bill Funding Education and Transportation Initiatives

Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) recently supported a $1.3 billion supplemental budget that allocates surplus revenues to a series of education and transportation-related initiatives, including universal school meals, special education reimbursements for cities and towns, and MBTA infrastructure and safety upgrades. The supplemental spending bill, which is funded primarily through the use of above-cap Fair Share surtax revenues available from fiscal years 2023 and 2024, was initially released from House Ways and Means on April 7 as House Bill 4005. The bill was subsequently amended and engrossed by the House of Representatives on April 9 by a vote of 140-14. Representative Howitt noted the initial supplemental budget allocated $828 million for transportation and $353.5 million for education investments, including $190 million for Special Education Circuit Breaker reimbursements in Fiscal Year 2026 for costs school districts incurred in Fiscal Year 2025. Another $58 million has been allocated from the Student Opportunity Investment Fund to provide for additional Special Education Circuit Breaker reimbursements for the current fiscal year. During floor debate, the House adopted dozens of amendments to fund various local education and transportation projects across the state, adding $28.8 million in additional transportation funding and another $46.2 million in education funding, including a $15 million reserve for regional school transportation costs offered as an amendment by Assistant Minority Leader Kimberly N. Ferguson (R-Holden). Representative Howitt also supported an amendment, filed by Representative Joseph D. McKenna (R-Sutton), to redirect $50 million set aside in the supplemental budget for the MBTA to instead provide additional funding for the Chapter 90 road and bridge program, using a formula based strictly on each municipality’s local road mileage, rather than the traditional three-pronged formula that

also takes into account a community’s population and employment numbers. Using this approach would provide for more regional equity in the distribution of funding for road maintenance, particularly in rural communities. The amendment was defeated along a party line vote of 25-129. House Bill 4005, as amended, now moves to the Senate for its consideration.

Senator Dooner Opposes Deep Cuts to Jail Diversion Grant Program in Governor’s FY26 Budget Proposal

Boston, MA — April 8, 2025 — Senator Kelly Dooner (RTaunton) issued a strong statement today opposing the Governor’s proposed $14.2 million cut to the Jail Diversion Program (JDP) in the FY26 budget. The proposal would reduce program funding from $18 million to just $3.8 million, a move Senator Dooner says would have serious consequences for public safety and mental health responses across the Commonwealth. “Eliminating or reducing funding for the Jail Diversion Grant Program is short-sighted and harmful,” said Senator Dooner. “At a time when we are seeing a growing need for mental health services across the Commonwealth, this program has been a lifeline for individuals in crisis and a powerful tool for law enforcement to safely and appropriately respond to calls that do not belong in the criminal justice system.” The JDP is a vital initiative that places mental health clinicians alongside law enforcement officers to respond to behavioral health crises. The program has been widely praised for its effectiveness in de-escalating high-risk situations, reducing unnecessary arrests, and connecting individuals with the services they need. Senator Dooner recently met with the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association at their annual Legislative Breakfast, where law enforcement leaders voiced strong opposition to the proposed JDP cuts. Chiefs emphasized the importance of having behavioral health professionals embedded in police response teams, which helps ensure safer outcomes for both officers and community members. “Our police chiefs are clear: the Jail Diversion Program works,” said Senator Dooner. “These cuts not only put lives at risk—they threaten to undo years of progress in how we respond to mental health emergencies and build community trust.” Senator Dooner is calling for the full restoration of JDP funding to its current $18 million allocation. She emphasized that many communities have seen measurable success with the program, from reduced emergency room visits to improved public safety outcomes. “I will be working with my colleagues to restore this critical funding and ensure our communities continue to have access to the tools and support they need,” she said. “Now is the time to invest in smart, compassionate public safety—not roll it back.”

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Help Wanted: Morning chores at Ferry’s Dairy Farm in Swansea, 7am-10am flexible, Call Paul at 508-642-0906. Yard Work Help Wanted: Teenage boy or girl to do yard work part time, $15/hr. Call 401-433-2922. Help Wanted – Part-time handyperson, 10 hours/mo, for repairs and projects at the Blanding Free Public Library and Carpenter Museum. Visit rehobothantiquarian.org/aboutus/employment for more info. and to apply. MJ Construction & Landscaping INC is looking for experienced, hardworking team members to join our growing crew! Mason and general laborers needed. Visit our website at www.mjconstructionandlandscapeinc. com, email us at mjconstructionri@gmail. com or call 401-919-0476 to apply today!

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Blanding Library Shredding Event 65 Antiques/Cash for Gold Americana Auction 46 Antiques/Coin Shop Warren Exchange 49 Art Supplies/Framing Gregory D. Dorrance, Co. 54 Assisted Living Swan Brook Assisted Living 34 Attorney Corso Law LLC 80 Attorney Laurie P. Mullen, Attorney 36 Attorney Law Office of Luke P. Travis 6 Attorney Stephen E. Navega 28 Auto Body A-1 Custom Auto Body 25 Auto Body Seekonk Auto Body 19 Auto Dealers Bristol Toyota Scion 40 Auto Dealers Bristol Toyota Scion 41 Auto Repairs New England Tire 3 Building Contractor A.M. Carpentry 75 Building Contractor Nerney Construction 20 Camp-Basketball One on One Basketball Camp 68 Carpet Cleaning Earle’s Carpet Cleaning 62 Carpet Cleaning M & S Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning 61 Child Advocacy Team Shawnie Advocacy Group, Inc. Child Care Citizens For Citizens - Head Start 67 Child Care Sacred Heart Early Learning Center 37 Child Care Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center 66 Chimney Cleaning RD Chimney Sweep 54 Chimney Services Kenny’s Masonry & Chimney Sweep 77 Church Rehoboth Baptist Church 43 Cleaning Service Ada’s Cleaning Services 44 Cleaning Service Debbie’s House Cleaning 28 Comic Strip “Sour Grapes” by Tim Jones 52 Country Club Ledgemont Country Club 2 Credit Union Community & Teachers Credit Union 23 Dentist David C. Zaluski, D.D.S. 69 Dentist Lisa Daft DMD & Associates 24 Dentist Seekonk Dental Associates, Inc. 16 Dentist Tourister Dental Associates 26 Dumpsters/Waste Disp Dutra Disposal & Recycling 22

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