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Mattapoisett Fire 578 viewsAutism Awareness is in the air this November at the Mattapoisett Fire Station after firefighters completed special training to help them understand how to provide appropriate support for an autistic person during an emergency call. The training was sponsored by the Autism and Law Enforcement Coalition (ALEC) and led by an area firefighter who is the parent of an autistic child.
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High Winds and Waves578 viewsOn February 7, rain and high winds hit Southeastern Massachusetts, resulting in thousands of electrical outages. The hardest hit in the Tri-Town area was Rochester with more than 500 Eversource customers reporting wires down and service interruptions from mid-afternoon into the night. Gusts of over 70 miles per hour were reported by the National Weather Service. Rochester’s Highway Department was on the job for approximately 24 hours removing trees. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Mattapoisett’s wharf kayak stands 578 viewsMattapoisett’s wharf kayak stands being improved and installed by the Highway Department for the Harbormaster. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Reading Garden577 viewsThe Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library in Rochester recently dedicated a new “Reading Garden,” an outdoor sculpture garden and sitting area, that was a gift of the family and friends of Steven Santos in his memory on Saturday morning, June 28. (Photo by Robert Chiarito).
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Gorgeous Gardens577 viewsOne of the many beautiful homes that will be included in the annual “Gardens by the Sea,” a tour of private, Marion gardens sponsored by Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, which will take place on Friday, July 11 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. The event will include a luncheon at a private seaside club and a Bake/Plant Sale. “Tour Only” tickets are $20 each and may be purchased at the Marion General Store and Saint Gabriel’s Church in Marion. (Photo by and courtesy of Laura McLean.)
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Lion's Dinner577 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club, with help from Mattapoisett Boy Scout Troup 53, welcomed about one hundred seniors to Mattapoisett Congregation Church's Reynard Hall for a special afternoon dinner on Saturday April, 18. The Lions Club served a hot turkey supper with all of the trimmings and also provided musical entertainment for the diners’ listening pleasure. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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Aardvark at the Fair577 viewsThe Wanderer's aardvark visited the Rochester Country Fair on August 22, 2009 and took some time to see the sights and pose with some visitors.
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Aardvark at the Fair577 viewsThe Wanderer's aardvark visited the Rochester Country Fair on August 22, 2009 and took some time to see the sights and pose with some visitors.
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Rochester Country Fair577 viewsScenes from the 2009 Rochester Country Fair. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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PD Training577 viewsOn August 20, 2009, police officers from the Southeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council Rapid Response team conducted training exercises at 73 County Road in Rochester from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. 25 officers from various local police departments, including Mattapoisett, Rochester and Marion, gathered to practice “flash bangs” and “simunitions.” Photo by Paul Lopes
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Police Station Ground Breaking577 viewsConstruction on the new Marion Police Station officially began on September 8, 2009 with a groundbreaking ceremony. Among those present were Police Chief Lincoln Miller, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen Stephen Cushing, Selectmen Roger Blanchette and Jonathan Henry, Project Manager Rick Pomeroy, Architect Brian Humes, Building Committee Chairman Dale Jones, and Jonathan Scully of B.C. Construction. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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FD Open House577 viewsThe Marion Fire Department held an Open House on October 10, 2009. The public was welcome to tour the facilities, and children enjoyed exploring all the engines available at the station. Donuts, coffee, and a hot breakfast were all offered courtesy of the fire department. An antique engine even offered a ride around the village. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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