On August 20 at the Rochester Historical Museum, there was a joint meeting of the Rochester Historical Society and the Rochester Historical Commission. The purpose of the meeting was to kick off a project that will culminate in 2026 for the nation’s 250th anniversary. For a rainy evening, the meeting was pretty well attended.             […] Read more »

Starting September 2, the Rochester Cultural Council (RCC) will be accepting online applications from organizations, schools, and individuals for grants to support community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs.             The RCC is composed of volunteers appointed by the Rochester Select Board. Using funding provided by the Mass Cultural Council, each year the RCC awards money […] Read more »

It will be a while until our next exhibit is up and running. The grand opening will be October 4, but before then, we can use some help. The exhibit is ” The Tools and Industries That Made Rochester”. We are looking for loans or donations of old tools that reflect that. We’re thinking tools […] Read more »

“Bikes for All” is entering its fifth Fall season of collecting, refurbishing and distributing the generous contributions of bicycles of all sizes. Over 282 children and adults have been able to enjoy their recycled bicycles throughout the past four years. Each bicycle was refurbished, equipped with a bell and lights as each rider was fitted […] Read more »

The League of Women Voters SouthCoast is pleased to announce that Celia Canavan, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters Massachusetts, will be the featured speaker at its upcoming Community Meeting. This event will take place on Wednesday, September 10, at noon at the Wamsutta Club, located at 427 County Street, New Bedford.             […] Read more »

These are difficult times for many local families as they struggle to manage rising costs for everyday needs. As a new school year approaches, students and staff at Rochester Memorial School could use some help with classroom supplies. To that end, the Rochester Democratic Town Committee is coordinating a collection of supplies to be donated […] Read more »

Are you considering solar panels for your home? If so, delay no further. The whopping 30% federal tax credit available for home solar projects will set with the sun on December 31, 2025. Part of the Inflation Reduction Act, the incentive is being revoked by the federal government, just as many Americans are reaping substantial […] Read more »

The inspiration for this article was a 1977 Standard Times picture that I found in a file folder. It was on one of our hotter days this summer and the picture of Mary’s Pond beach crowded with sun worshippers and swimmers made me wish I was there, somewhere in that picture. Unfortunately, I couldn’t include […] Read more »

There will be an organizational meeting to any Mattapoisett Resident interested in helping with a celebration of Our Country’s 250th anniversary. This meeting will be held at the library meeting room on September 3 at 6:00 pm. The plan as it stands now, is to celebrate this on the Flag Day weekend 2026, June 12 […] Read more »

Make your own spice blends and explore fruit dehydration at Elizabeth Taber Library’s Cooking Club, Friday, August 22 at 6:00 pm. Call the library to register for this free event.             Join the Elizabeth Taber Library’s youth services department on August 27 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm to celebrate the beginning of the school […] Read more »