Menthol Cig Ban Discussion Cools Down

The Marion Board of Health is not yet ready to take any action on its proposal to ban flavored tobacco products and menthol cigarettes outside adult-only retail stores, with Chairman John Howard saying that the board was still in the “gathering information stage.” Still, representatives on both side of the issue continue to attend Board […] Read more »

Mattapoisett to Join Community Compact Program

With the end of the year fast approaching, the Mattapoisett Board of Selectmen on December 12 handled a variety of agenda items – some of which should help the town now and in the coming years. Town Administrator Michael Gagne told the selectmen that their fellow member Jordan Collyer, who was not in attendance on […] Read more »

Gateway Youth Hockey

The Gateway Gladiators Mite C team faced off against a tough YD Dolphins team on Saturday. They made a valiant effort, but fell a little short, losing 12-10. The Gladiators managed to get the offense going, with multiple players scoring. Kaden Silva led the way with four goals, Tomas doCanto had three, Desmond Murphy had […] Read more »

Historic Trees of Rochester

There will be a workshop providing information and discussion about the historic trees of Rochester on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 pm at Plumb Library hosted by Matthew Monteiro. All are welcome to attend. Read more »

Marion and Mattapoisett Celebrate the Season

Even if it doesn’t snow on Christmas day, Mattapoisett – you got your white Christmas this Saturday during the annual Holiday in the Park as snow flurries continued into the evening, trimming the tree in delicate white lace that only helped to enhance the holiday spirit as the town’s Christmas tree at Shipyard Park was […] Read more »

Over 55 Housing Slated for Town Center

The open field beside Plumb Corner on Rounseville Road may soon be the location of a 24-unit age 55+ housing development. J.C. Engineering filed a Form B Application for Approval of a Preliminary Subdivision Plan on December 12 and received approval from the Rochester Planning Board. A Form B simply allows the subdivision of land […] Read more »

ORRJHS Students of the Month

Kevin T. Brogioli, Principal of Old Rochester Regional Junior High School, announces the following Students of the Month for November 2017: Green Team: Tess Roznoy & Conner Garcia Orange Team: Sally Butler & Joseph Ziino Blue Team: Reagan Rock & Steven Morrison Red Team: Gabriella Berg & Joshua Jadlowic Purple Team: Isabel Friedrichs & Robert […] Read more »

Opportunity to Give Back after the Holidays

The holidays are a wonderful time of giving and receiving, and many do take the time to help individuals and families in need. Mattaposiett resident, Jillian Zucco, is encouraging community members to make community-service something they do periodically throughout the year. On Friday, December 29, Jillian will be holding a Make A Difference Expo at […] Read more »

Town, Residents Want Marijuana Moratorium

On December 11, residents attended a special meeting of the Mattapoisett Planning Board to publically discuss the Town’s options regarding recreational marijuana regulations. Police Chief Mary Lyons, Fire Chief Andrew Murray, Public Health Nurse Amada Stone, Selectman Tyler Macallister, and Town Administrator Michael Gagne joined the Planning Board. As the clock ticks down on a […] Read more »

OC’s Jake Jason Continues Quest for 2,000 Points

In case you missed Jake Jason dominate for Old Colony boys’ basketball last year, don’t worry – there’s still time to catch the first male 1,000-point scorer in program history. Actually, you still have two seasons left to watch the 2016-2017 Mayflower Athletic Conference Small Vocational Division Player of the Year, who averaged 24.4 per […] Read more »