On Saturday, August 18, 2012, the Rochester Grange held its annual agricultural fair. On display were award-winning fruits and vegetables grown by the best green thumbs in town. The patrons of the fair also enjoyed the Celtic fiddle music of Rochester native Tiffany Rozenas, joined on stage by members of her family. Here are some […] Read more »
The diamondback terrapin turtle calls the beaches and salt marshes of the South Coast home. Marion resident and turtle expert Don Lewis, along with his wife Susan Wieber Nourse, a scientist, have been working for years with local communities to help improve the survival rate for this threatened species. Pictured here are hatchlings that emerged […] Read more »
Since 2004, it has been illegal to catch herring in Mattapoisett due to its low numbers. The moratorium placed on the fish has allowed its numbers to grow slowly and steadily. But from 2011 to 2012, the growth has been incredible. “The reason for the growth is that we’ve had great weather,” said Mattapoisett Herring […] Read more »
In just a few short weeks, the 2012-2013 school year will be underway at Old Rochester Regional High School and the brand new varsity co-ed swim team will kick off its inaugural season. For the first time in 50 years, the school will have its own swim squad, and the parents and swimmers are looking […] Read more »
On Saturday, August 11, over 300 runners braved the rainy weather to participate in the 7th Annual Rochester Road Race in order to raise money and food for Damien’s Food Pantry in Wareham. A total of 465 pounds of food and canned goods were collected for the charity. “We want to say thank you to […] Read more »
On Saturday, August 11, 2012, Marion Music hall played host to the annual used book sale organized by the Elizabeth Tabor Library. The proceeds from the sale go to help fund the library and its programs. “I’m not sure how many we have, but it’s a lot,” said Nita Howland, one of the organizers of […] Read more »
Saturday August 11 marked the 6th Annual Rochester Road Race. Despite rainy conditions, several hundred runners turned out to run the 5K Check out our pictures! Photos by Katy Fitzpatrick. Read more »
YMCA Camp Massasoit in Mattapoisett is celebrating its 50th anniversary this summer. For half a century, the camp has welcomed local children and families to enjoy a variety of fun activities and sports, and to forge new friendships that help strengthen the community. “The summer is a time to have fun and relax. We hope […] Read more »
Get ready for the fourth annual Rochester Road Race, to be held on Saturday, August 11, 2012. The race, which begins at 9:00 am on Dexter Lane, serves as a fundraiser where the entry fees will be donated to “The Family Pantry- Damien’s Place” in Wareham, Mass. The organization helps provide food to over 500 […] Read more »
While most three-year-olds are learning to ride tricycles, Jake Pinhancos was riding his very first four-wheeler. When he turned four, he graduated to a dirt bike, and since then, he’s never looked back. Now, ten years later, the 14-year-old Rochester teen is taking his riding talents to the international stage to compete in the 2012 […] Read more »