In spite of submitting an updated plan that included a state-of-the art closed septic system, John Williams of Brandt Island Realty Trust did not receive approval to increase the number of bedrooms at the previously permitted development. Noting that originally the plan called for an assortment of two and three bedroom homes, Williams was seeking […] Read more »
In the early days of public education, a course of study known as “industrial arts” was common in high schools across the country. These vocational classes included everything from mechanical drawing to automotive repairs, from furniture making to electrical wiring. The classes offered practical skill training primarily to two types of students: The male student […] Read more »
“I’m running fast, and I’m running a lot right now,” said Sarabeth Morrell, an English teacher at Old Rochester Regional High School. Morrell is currently running 30 to 40 miles per week, training for the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C. on October 26, 2014. “My personal goal is to run this fast enough to […] Read more »
For over 60 years, The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club has been striving to help young people in their educational pursuits. This year, the Club is happy to award four scholarships to students from Old Rochester Regional High School. The selected students are: Amanda Carreiro, daughter of Anne and Jeff Carreiro. Amanda will attend Northeastern University to […] Read more »
The Women’s Center (TWC) is preparing for its 19th Annual Golf Tournament, which will be held on Monday, June 16 at the Fall River Country Club, Fall River, MA. Registration begins at 11:00 am with a shotgun start of 12:30 pm. All proceeds from this charity golf tournament benefit programs and direct services for victims […] Read more »
Junior students in the Human Anatomy and Physiology class of Old Rochester Regional High School went to Buttonwood Park Zoo last Tuesday for a job shadow field trip. The students met the zoo’s education coordinator, veterinarian technician, and zookeeper, and learned a little about each occupation. “They talked to us about their education, how they […] Read more »