Rochester’s early settlers led lives that we would find difficult. No running up to Friend’s Market at Plumb Corner to get a forgotten supper item or to Wareham Crossing for a new shirt. Pretty much anything you ate or wore had to be grown by you or a neighbor willing to barter. One crop […] Read more »
Hanna R. Milhench, 86, died peacefully at her home in Marion on Friday, January 23rd, 2026. A devoted wife, mother, proud grandmother and community member, Hanna lived a life of faith and serving others. Born and raised in Lemgo, Germany, Hanna was the daughter of Hermann Rossmann and Else Klages Rossmann. After completing high school […] Read more »
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a free, fun, and easy event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations on February 4 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. This year’s bird count runs from February 13 to 16. Participants are asked to count […] Read more »
The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that Jay Carrillo of Marion has been named to the University of Hartford’s Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students achieving superior academic standing. The requirement, with some exceptions, is a grade point average of at least 3.0 and no grade below […] Read more »