The Old Rochester Regional School District and Massachusetts Superintendency Union #55 is proud to announce that Superintendent Michael S. Nelson, Dr. Shari Fedorowicz, Lauren Millette, and two students, Molly Wronski and Jaymeson Gunschel, presented at the 30th Annual Paul J. Andrews Executive Institute hosted by the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) this month. […] Read more »
Should you be taking a daily aspirin? First, a little bit of (easy) basic science: We cut ourselves all the time, and nature has given us protection against bleeding to death every time this happens. The first line of defense is our platelets, small blood particles that go to the site of disrupted […] Read more »
Every four years the best athletes of the world gather to compete for the title of “World Champion” of this or that. This year the Olympics are being held in Paris, France, the City of Light and the home of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral and sweat. Summer temperatures in Paris […] Read more »
We are so fortunate to have science-based programs that are easily accessible. Whether you are seeking educational programming for your children or for yourself, the Marion Natural History Museum offers that and so much more. On July 24, Derek Perry, invertebrate biologist for the Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries, gave a presentation primarily […] Read more »
It’s time to talk keeping cool across the Tri-Town area. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the region, with temperatures expected to climb at least through mid-week into the 90s, with tropical-level humidity making it feel close to 100 degrees. Fortunately, cooling centers are available to all Tri-Town residents […] Read more »
I love the Olympics! Since TV was invented and network programing began, I’ve looked forward to watching the masters do their thing on the small screen. This once-little child was mesmerized by the swimming, running, jumping, gymnastics and everything else offered up. Whether it was summer or winter, I loved it all. Fast forward. […] Read more »
What looked from a distance like a tool shed on stilts, the Marion Harbormaster office was transported Friday morning by a giant forklift into a new location toward the end of Island Wharf where it is up and running. Long considered outdated in terms of functionality and capacity, the push for the facility’s replacement […] Read more »
Tyler Young’s victory in Sunday’s Mattapoisett Lions Club Triathlon was so convincing that it seemed the 2024 Old Rochester Regional High School graduate could have gone out and done a second triathlon in the afternoon. Keyed by his 6:02 mile pace in the 3.1-mile run that completed the competition, Young’s overall winning time […] Read more »
Peripheral neuropathy is a common condition, affecting some 6% of adults 45 or older. What is it, what causes it and what can you do about it? Our nervous system consists of the central nervous system (CNS) – the brain and spinal cord – and the nerves that carry sensation to and […] Read more »
There is so much happening on the news scene these days it is hard to keep up. In case you haven’t noticed, the presidential race is topsy-turvy. But let’s not talk about that, it is not good for my blood pressure. The Olympics are upon us. Simone Biles looks good in women’s gymnastics and […] Read more »