The new Scouting year is underway for Mattapoisett Boy Scout Troop 53! Come check out Scouting. We offer activities including biking, kayaking, hiking, climbing, and fun monthly campouts and more. We are looking for boys ages 11 to 17 to join us for adventure. No previous Scouting experience is necessary. Call or text 508-245-2948 for […] Read more »
Principal Michael C. Devoll of Old Rochester Regional High School announced today that Edward A. Gonet and Sofia E. Martins have been named Commended Students in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSCⓇ), which conducts the program, will be presented by the principal […] Read more »
Despite a vetting process lasting several months, applicant Robert Pereira told the September 9 meeting of the Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals that he considers his case “cut and dried.” The ZBA, acting with just four members present, made sure to ask every question before attaching carefully crafted conditions to the amendment of […] Read more »
Join with other local writers to share projects, practice writing, or to get advice. All meetings are via Zoom. Register by emailing info@plumblibrary.com or on the Event Calendar found on www.plumblibrary.com/whats-happening. Meetings for October are scheduled for Thursday, October 7, and Thursday, October 21 at 6:30 pm. Pre-registration is required to receive the Zoom link. […] Read more »
Fred Underhill’s visit to the Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission was more than pleasant for the sake of a reunion with old friends, but less than pleasant for the sake of the subject at hand. Underhill, chairman of the Rochester Water Commission, attended the MRV’s Water District meeting to make members aware […] Read more »
The Elizabeth Taber Library is teaming with local organization Tri-Town Against Racism to celebrate diversity through art. Pick up a free art canvas at the ETL, create a work of art that represents you, your heritage, or your experiences growing up in the Tri-Town, and return it to the library to be displayed in our […] Read more »
The Sippican Lands Trust recently hosted a presentation given by Dr. Hilary Sandler, who shared the 21st century research efforts at the University of Massachusetts Cranberry Station in East Wareham. Sandler has been working in the field of agricultural research, primarily focused on all things cranberry for over 30 years. She said the […] Read more »
Rochester School Committee Chairperson Sharon Hartley urged fellow members to attend the upcoming October 18 Special Town Meeting, at which time Rochester voters will be asked to consider long-coming revisions to the ORR District agreement as recommended by the Board of Selectmen. All three of the Tri-Towns will vote on the matter in […] Read more »
Marion Natural History Museum Fall 2021 after school programs include: September 29 – Seashore netting. We will be walking down to the Marion Harbormaster’s beach to use the large seining net and see what animals are still in the harbor. Water shoes are strongly recommended, and please wear appropriate clothing. We will definitely be […] Read more »
Of all the items found in the Historical Society, the many scrapbooks that have been donated give us a good look at everyday life in Rochester’s past. For every scrapbook in the museum, there are at least twice as many in the homes of Rochester’s residents. These are not the “scrapbooking” collections popular today; rather, […] Read more »