Joseph Newman Dargon, 70, of Mattapoisett passed away on Sunday the 12th of August 2012 at his home, surrounded by his loved ones, after an aggressive form of cancer. Joseph’s life was full of joy and happiness that included 8 children, 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and his loving wife Lois, who passed away 9 […] Read more »
Bruce M. Reed, 77, of West Wareham, formerly of Rochester, passed away peacefully, at home on August 15, 2012 after a 4 ½ year battle with cancer. He was the son of the late George M. and Evelyn M. (Howland) Reed. Bruce was born in Rochester and lived there for many years before moving to […] 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 »
To the Editor: Uncharacteristically, primary day this year is Thursday, September 6. All across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, voters will head to the polls on a Thursday. It’s especially important to vote on primary day because several races will be decided based on the outcome of the primary elections. Unlike many states in the US, […] Read more »
This year’s Third Annual Brad Barrows Bike Run will take place on Saturday, September 15. The run will start at Rick’s Tavern in Mattapoisett. Kickstands will go up at 12:30 pm and after the run, food will be provided for all the riders. There will be a raffle for donated items and also a 50/50 […] Read more »
The Marion Concert Band will present a concert with a nautical theme on Monday, August 20. The program is as follows: • National Anthem • Hands Across the Sea – J. P. Sousa • Fantasy on American Sailing Songs – C. Grundman • Seagate Overture – J. Swearingen • Blue Danube – J. Strauss • […] Read more »
The 2012 Old Rochester Regional High School Freshman and New Student Orientation will be held on Friday, August 24 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at the school. Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend. Read more »
On Sunday, August 26 at 4:00 pm, the Occasion Singers will perform a special family concert featuring songs from all of the Disney classics. The vocal ensemble has put together an all-Disney Revue which will include selections from America’s favorite Disney movies: The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Mary Poppins, Snow White […] 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 »