If you have been inclined to take a nice walk or bike ride on the Rail Trail on a beautiful fall weekend and have driven downtown to do so, you may and have found, after searching for a space in the parking lot (the lot designated for motor vehicles, not the empty one for boat […] Read more »
The North Rochester Congregational Church, 247 North Avenue in Rochester, has services at 10:00 am on Sundays. The services are now conducted by Lay Minister Kevin Thompson, who is also the Boy Scout Troop Leader in town. Other members of the congregation also do services. Paul Sardinha is our longtime organist. Food and fellowship follows. […] Read more »
The Marion COA Book Club, which is sponsored by the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library, is still welcoming new members. You do not need to be a resident of Marion to participate. The next meeting of the group will be at 1:00 pm on November 20 at the Marion COA, at which his […] Read more »
Superintendent Michael S. Nelson, Principal Michael Devoll, and Director of Guidance Lauren Millette are pleased to share that Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 students recently participated in a Project 351 workshop. On Wednesday, October 16, 175 district student leaders attended a Project 351 workshop at ORRHS, where they participated […] Read more »
The October 21 meeting of the Mattapoisett Planning Board included a hearing intended to vet a drafted new and/or modified zoning bylaw for the placement and construction of A.D.U, accessory dwelling units. Chairman Tom Tucker opened the hearing noting that in advance of the spring town meeting, the board was seeking public input and […] Read more »
Zoning variances come in all shapes and sizes. Just ask the local board members in Mattapoisett, Chairman Susan Akin, long-time members, Tony Trafaglia, Colby Rottler, Ken Pacheco, and newer member Jordan Rodrigues. A quick jaunt around the internet found this explanation: zoning designations dictate what kind of property can be built in specific areas […] Read more »
The Old Rochester Regional School Committee met at 12:00 pm noon on Monday and the meeting turned into a laser show of sorts. The committee met only to accept three $2,000 donations from three different community members — totaling $6,000 – so the school can buy a laser cutter. District officials could not […] Read more »
The Old Rochester Regional High School football team played at Greater New Bedford Voc/Tech on October 18 and won 39-6. They’re now 6-1, and move to a four game winning-streak. Gavin Martin had 2 rushing touchdowns, and a 71 yard touchdown pass to Henry Berry. Jack Leconte also had two rushing touchdowns. Cam Peppin […] Read more »
This Sunday, October 27, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, the Rochester Historical Society Museum will be open. In addition to the exhibit, the shop will be open. There are cranberries, both dried and fresh for $2.50/qt. bag as well as Rochester books, maps, hats and tees. We also have a selection of 4 different […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s annual Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, December 7 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Reynard Hall at 27 Church Street in Mattapoisett. This year’s event will include homemade frozen foods, baked treats, hand knitted and crafted items, Christmas/holiday decorations, gift items, greenery for wreaths as well as jewelry, […] Read more »