| |
|
Raynham BuzzAround
September 6, 2026
| | |
Hometown Resident Eric Dolloff Joins Local Fire Department
For Eric Dolloff, joining the Raynham fire department marks the beginning of a new chapter in a career dedicated to serving others. Raised in town, Dolloff recently became a Nationally Registered Paramedic and has now joined the department as a member of Group 2.
Dolloff joined the department last month and completed the department’s orientation program before receiving his Group 2 assignment last week. His arrival adds a new member to the team while bringing someone with roots in the community into a role focused on helping his neighbors.
His training will continue this winter, when Dolloff is scheduled to attend the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. The academy will provide another step in his development as he continues building his career in fire and emergency medical services.
For Dolloff, the opportunity to serve is also a return to the community where he was raised. His path from hometown resident to Nationally Registered Paramedic and now firefighter, reflects a growing commitment to public service.
The department shared the news of Dolloff’s arrival with the community, congratulating him on his accomplishments and welcoming him to what they called “the best job in the world.”
As Dolloff begins his work with the department and prepares for the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this winter, community members have an opportunity to welcome a familiar hometown face to the team and wish him well in the next stage of his training.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source & Photos: Raynham FD Facebook Announcement
| | Historical Tidbit: Raynham Center School Turned Town Hall | |
Originally a schoolhouse was established in this spot near the oldest iron works, in 1652. This was long before Raynham split off from Taunton in 1731. Prior to the fire in 1918, 68 children were schooled in the building; 36 in elementary school, and 32 in middle to freshman year.
During World War I, teachers were hard to come by, each teacher had an average of 38 students spanning 5 grades. Due to the fire, and the teacher availability, students were moved to the old town hall building on Orchard Street, known at the time as 'The Townhouse'. The students needed to split the day between each other, with elementary school students in the morning, and middle school students being taught in the afternoon.
Fortunately, the next year, plans were set into motion to rebuild the school at 558 South Main Street. The new school would hold up to 8th grade instead of up to 9th. The new school was built in 1920. 11 years later an expansion was approved as the student population grew, and in 1987, the school was renamed to the William J. Sullivan Jr. School, honoring the retired superintendent, and where his original office was housed.
In 2003, when the Raynham Middle School building was completed, the Sullivan schoolhouse was no longer needed to educate Raynham's children, and now serves as the Raynham Town Hall.
Written by: Brian Coleman, Intern, Bridgewater State University, 2023
Edited by: J. Rose
Photo and Source: mhc-macris.net
| |  | Links and contact information for the Town of Raynham: Hive Connect | |
Each week BuzzAround crew network with over 120 nonprofits and civic organizations to create our 8 newsletters.
We do this service for free to engage as many people as possible.
However – once in a while we have to ask – to keep our reporting, our historical tidbits and our contests going: can you make a contribution?
$10.40 is .20 cents / week.
| | | |
Congratulations
Laura Christensen
you won a a gently used book of your choice valued up to $15 at
Annie's Book Stop - Raynham
43-year-old village bookstore * New & gently used books * Free events
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a Bridgewater Square Chiropractic Initial Soft Wave Treatment – up to a $125 value
| | |
Conservation Commission 09/02/2026 | | | | |
Teens: Design A Mascot For T.A.G.
Tue, Sep 8
6:30p
Raynham Public Library
TAG: Teen Advisory Group is back from the summer. Get to know each other with some icebreakers and design the group's mascot. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Source: Raynham Public Library
| | |
Raynham Lions 3rd Annual Touch-A-Truck
Sat, Sep 12;
Rain Date Sat, Sep 19
11:00a-3:00p
Raynham Lions Club, 2234 King Philip St.
Climb aboard and explore a variety of trucks and emergency vehicles. There will also be free face painting, a free bounce house, and burgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, water, and juice available for purchase. Admission is free.
Source: Raynham Lion's Club FB
| | | Bridgewater Square Chiropractic | Move Better * Feel Better * | | SoftWave Therapy accelerates healing, reduces pain, and activates connective tissue. | |
Book your appointment today! * 508 697 - 0050
63 Main Street, Bridgewater, MA
www.bwatersqchiro.com
| |
Family Resources & School Supply Lists - Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District | This page serves as a one-stop shop for any resources or services you may need and consists of up-to-date applications, programs, and school resources. The 2026-2027 Supply Lists are in the bottom right. | | | | |
Raynham Middle School Scholastic Book Fair
Mon, Sep 14-Fri, Sep 18
8:15a-10:45a (11:15a on Friday)
Raynham Middle School, 420 Titicut Rd.
An event made especially for middle schoolers, featuring the newest books, bestselling series, and beloved characters. Plus, every purchase earns funds for Raynham Middle School. Those who are interested in volunteering can sign up here.
Source: Scholastic Book Fairs
Photo Source: RMSPO's FB
| | |
Unity Martial Arts:
Back to School Special!
| |
Get Started:
2 Lesson Introductory Trial Program
for only $29 includes uniform
1470 New State Hwy suite 25, Raynham
unitymartialarts.org | (508) 828-9797
Unity Martial Arts FB
| | |
Advertising Representative Job Opportunity: FT or PT | BuzzAround, Metro South's news source is distinctly focused on publishing stories that support a narrative of cooperation and compassion. We are depended on for grassroots coverage of positive news. Advertising Reps help local businesses leverage our affordable marketing solutions. | | | | | |
Raynham Recap: September 2026 | Council on Aging
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
| | |
Climate Can Do - Carpooling!
Looking for an easy way to save the environment and money? Look no further than carpooling! Seemingly simple in nature, the act of carpooling and sharing a ride with co-workers, friends, and others has a profound impact on both our ecosystems and wallets. Carpooling reduces carbon footprints and improves air quality while simultaneously lowering overall fuel costs, and in some cases qualifying eligible participants for tax incentives! For more information on carpooling, van-pooling, and other alternatives, visit Mass.Gov.
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College, BuzzAround Intern
| | |
*Your Mom's Favorite Village Bookstore *
*43 Years in Business*
*Gently Used & New Books*
Check out our website for free in-store gatherings & activities!
575 South St. West
Raynham, MA 508-823-9696
www.anniesbookstop02767.com
Annie’s BookStop FB
| | | |
Equipment For Your Yard-work When You Need It!
Bobcat Ride-on Aerator.
Model AE30S. $295 per day
Eliet Eco Cure
Top Dresser $349 per day
Grant's Rental
10 Bedford Street Bridgewater
www.grantsrental.com
(508) 279-0950
GrantsRental FB
| | | |
Nurturing Fathers Program
Begins Thu, Sep 17
5:30p-7:30p
Family Resource Center, 1041 Pearl St., Suite L, Brockton
A 13-week interactive program for fathers, father figures, stepfathers, and men in parenting roles. Participants strengthen parenting skills, build healthy relationships, with their children and co-parents, and gain the confidence to lead with empathy and purpose. Dinner will be provided.
Source: United Way Greater Plymouth County
| | |
McKay Chevrolet Toys For Tots Car Show
Sun, Sep 20 (Rain Date: Sun, Oct 18)
11:00a-3:00p (All Show Cars Must Arrive By 1:00p For Judging)
McKay Chevrolet, 1455 New State Hwy
A day of cars, community, and charity hosted by 401Rice. Admission is free. There will be food trucks and music. A toy donation is required for entry into the car show
Source: McKay Chevrolet Toys For Tots Car Show FB Event
| |
Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Misinformation
Sat, Sep 26
11:00a-12:00p
Meeting Room at Raynham Public Library, 760 S. Main St.
Misinformation is nothing new, but artificial intelligence is changing how quickly misleading information can be created and shared. From AI-generated images and videos to realistic-looking written content, new technology has made it increasingly important to understand where information comes from and how to recognize content that may not be trustworthy.
The Raynham Public Library will bring that conversation to the community with “Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Misinformation.” The program will be led by journalist Philip Eil, who will discuss how AI is being used to create and spread misinformation and what people can do to navigate an information landscape shaped by the technology.
The program will explore questions many people are beginning to encounter in everyday life: What exactly is AI? What is misinformation? How can AI-generated content affect society, and how can people become better at recognizing it? Eil will also discuss efforts to regulate AI and ways individuals can stay vigilant when evaluating the information they encounter.
Eil is an award-winning freelance journalist from Providence and the former news editor of The Providence Phoenix. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Men’s Health, The Boston Globe and the Columbia Journalism Review. He has also taught writing and journalism at Brown University, Columbia University’s School of the Arts and the Rhode Island School of Design.
Registration is required. For more information or to register, visit the Raynham Public Library event page.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Raynham Public Library
Photo: Raynham Public Library Facebook
| | |
Raynham Community Celebration Day 2026
Sunday, Sep 27 (Rain Date: Sunday, Oct 4)
12:00p-4:00p
Gazebo Park
Borden Colony Complex
2254 King Phillip Street in Raynham
This is a public, family-friendly event organized by the Raynham Association of Volunteers for Education (R.A.V.E.) Inc for the Town of Raynham. Activities and attractions include vender tables & exhibits, demonstrations & displays, live entertainment, a pie baking contest, and more!
Admission is free. Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected at the entrance to benefit the Raynham Food Basket.
For more information, please email Becky George at ravevolunteercoordinator@gmail.com.
| | | |
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a Bridgewater Square Chiropractic Initial Soft Wave Treatment – up to a $125 value
Historical Tidbit Question:
In what year was the Sullivan School built?
Email us your answer at: Prizes@buzzaround.info
Please include your name and phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On September 9, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Gabriel Michael Alexander, Jennifer Bellody, Connor Gerraughty, Justine McConnell, Jacquelyn Rose, Caitlin Shea, & Greg Venezia | | | |
Joy.
"They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” ~ Tom Bodett
“I don't think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains.” ~ Anne Frank
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh
“To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with.” ~ Mark Twain
“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair...” ~ Susan Polis Schutz
"Find ecstasy in life; the mere sense of living is joy enough." ~ Emily Dickinson
| Each day, I strive to let joy in. ~ Jacquie | | | | | Your BuzzAround supports the dignity of all human beings, is actively anti-racist, and supportive of good law enforcement policies. | | |
Copyright 2026 Buzz Around Raynham. You have our permission to share and copy this issue in its entirety as much as you like. If you take it in part, please give credit. ("Buzz Around Raynham 9/6/26")
At the Buzz Around, we promote community and family. Your BuzzAround supports the dignity of all human beings, is actively anti-racist, and supportive of good law enforcement policies.
Individual groups are responsible for how they represent themselves on their websites and in their promotional materials. BuzzAround is not responsible for the media content of other organizations.
| | | | |
