SPOTLIGHT ON MIDDLEBOROUGH

WELCOME TO MIDDLEBOROUGH,

The town was first settled by Europeans in 1661 as Nemasket, later changed to Middlebury, and officially incorporated as Middleborough (Sometimes referred to as Middleboro) in 1669. The name Nemasket came from a Native American settlement along the small river that now bears the same name. Nemasket may have meant “place of fish”, due to the large amount of herring that migrate up the river each spring. The English religious dissenters called the Brownists developed their governance institutions and then emigrated on the Mayflower, and were the earliest settlers of Middleborough where their town and church governance ethics were continued.

Contents

Climate and Geography 02

Cost of Living and Transportation 03

Sports and Outdoor Activities 04

Shopping and Dining 05

Schools and Education 06

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CLIMATE

Middleborough has four distinct season. Middleborough, MA Climate Graph While winters can be cold and wet, springs are mild. Summers can get hot and humid, but the crisp fall air brings out the most vibrant fall foliage. On average, there are 201 sunny days per year in Middleborough, Massachusetts. The July high is around 82 degrees. The January low is 18. The air quality index in Middleborough is 5% better than the national average

Average High/Low Temperatures Low / High January 17oF / 38oF

July 60oF / 82oF

Average Precipitation Rain 47 in.

Snow 38 in.

GEOGRAPHY

Middleborough lies on the western border of Plymouth County in southeastern Massachusetts. Middleborough’s rivers and brooks feed in two directions. The , and their tributaries flow southeastward as part of the Taunton River Watershed, which empties into . The other waterways of the town, including the Weweantic River, flow southward into . Middleborough has four wildlife management areas, as well as the Beaver Dam, Great Cedar and Little Cedar Swamps, the swamps being located in the north of town. The town is also the site of several cranberry bogs, especially in the southeastern part of town along the Carver town line.

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COST OF LIVING

The cost of living in Middleborough is greater than the average cost in the U.S. The median home is priced at $254,000 which is 45% higher than the national average. However, the cost of living - especially housing - is significantly less in Middleborough than in Boston which is only 42 miles away.

Key Metrics

Avg. Cost of Living Cost of Housing Health Costs +24% +45% +36%

% above or below national average

TRANSPORTATION

Highways Interstate Highways I-495 US Highways US-6W State Highways 18, 28, 44, 58, 105

Airport

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) (45 miles)

Buses and Trains Middleborough has regular bus and train service to and from Boston and other cities

Department of Motor Vehicles 1 Washington Street Taunton, MA 02780 http://www.massdot.state.ma.us

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

This small town offers year round activities sure to make you feel at home. The city hosts an annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony as well as many holiday gatherings within the city. A wide variety of activities throughout the year including historical, agricultural, cultural and social events for all ages and interests will be sure to keep you busy. Also popular are craft fairs, bake sales and art exhibits, all offering great opportunities to get involved in the local community.

In recent history, Middleborough has made its mark through the prowess of its Little League Baseball program. In 1994 the Middleborough All Stars reached the Little League World Series. The team would finish 3rd in the United States. Since 2000, the team has reached the State semi-finals five times, finishing 3rd in the state in 2000 and 2003, and 2nd in 2002 and 2008. In 2012, they finished 4th in the state.

OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE

Parks & Trails Fun on the Water Attractions Discover More

Borderland State Park Buzzards Bay Edaville USA middleborough.com Myles Standish State Forest Tispaquin Pond King Richard’s Faire visit-massachusetts.com Oliver Miller Park Woods Pond Soule Homestead visitingnewengland.com

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SHOPPING & DINING

Fresh from the Sea Something for Every Shopper

The numerous ponds and proximity to Cape Cod and the Middleborough is just outside of the city of Boston, which is Atlantic Ocean make it clear why most Middleborough home to endless shopping opportunities. All global brands restaurants specialize in seafood. Being in Middleborough can found in this big city and residents are known for their is a great chance to try some freshly caught fish and well- fashionable and trend setting style. In addition to shoes prepared seafood. There isn’t a seafood delicacy that can’t and clothes shopping, Middleborough is also the cranberry be found here. capital of the world and locally there are over 14,000 acres of working cranberry bogs. Visitors are given the opportunity to get up close to the harvest and hand select their own berries! Summer brings out the freshest fruits and vegetables at the many Middleborough farmers markets.

ART & CULTURE

Middleborough has a decent amount of performance theaters, museums, and art galleries. Additionally, Boston with its rich culture and attractions is less than an hour away.

Theaters: Museums & Galleries: l Alley Theatre l Crystal Fine Art Gallery l Burtwood School of Performing Arts l Hingham Harbor Museum l Theater Middleboro l Hughes-Donahue Gallery l Jenney Museum l Museum of Bad Art l Pilgrim Hall Museum l Porcello Gallery l Robbins Museum

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EDUCATION IN MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA

Notable Colleges & Universities Elementary & High School

Bay State College Middleborough Public Schools Middleborough, MA Schools There are 5 public schools in Middleborough: Preschools = 1 Bridgewater State University Elementary = 2 Bridgewater, MA Middle Schools = 1 High Schools = 1

Massasoit Community College Middleborough Educational Attainment Middleborough, MA High School Graduates or higher 82% Bachelor’s Degree or higher 22%

Contact 30 Forest Street Middleborough, MA 02346 (508) 946-2000 l www.middleboro.k12.ma.us

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