Marcio Silva of Marion still cannot believe it. For him, being regarded as the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter in his division in the world still feels like a dream. How was it possible that he could go from an overweight worker stuck in an unfulfilling job to first place winner in the International Brazilian Jiu […] Read more »
Gerald “Butch” F. Silva, age 70, of Rochester, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the husband of Susan (Bellotti) Silva, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage. Born in Acushnet, the son of the late Frank and Irene (Longtin) Silva, he was a life-long resident of the area. […] Read more »
Music Directors Angie Vaughn and Jim Farmer lead their students in the annual Holiday Concert. This free event takes place on Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 pm in the ORRJHS auditorium. A selection of holiday classics and contemporary music is sure to delight the entire family. You won’t want to miss this performance by the […] Read more »
Kevin T. Brogioli, Principal of Old Rochester Regional Junior High School, announces the following Students of the Month for November, 2014: Green Team: Sydney Green and John Egger Orange Team: Geneva Smith and Tyler Rose Blue Team: Zoe Kelley and Nathan Przybyszewski Red Team: Alanna Fitzpatrick and Patrick Igoe Special Areas: Delaney Gosse and Colby […] Read more »
In 2014 the Mattapoisett Police Officer’s Association partnered up with the Mattapoisett Knight’s of Columbus in their already established “Breakfast with Santa.” This year we asked for each family to bring a new or slightly used gift, jacket or book to later be delivered to Gift’s To Give. The Assocoation had a great turn out […] Read more »
Philip John Tully made a peaceful transition from this mortal life to the eternal hereafter on Wednesday December 10, 2014 surrounded by the tender care of family and friends in the home in Mattapoisett that he loved. He was born May 24, 1953 in New Britain, CT. He was the son of the late George […] Read more »
Members of the Marion Board of Selectmen were concerned December 9 about a draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that would essentially eliminate the Town’s use of the Marion Wastewater Treatment Plant Sewage Lagoons. The problem, stated Town Administrator Paul Dawson, is that Marion’s sewer plant […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Police Officer’s Association presented the proceeds from their annual Charity Golf Tournament to its recipient, Cops for Kids with Cancer, on December 9 during a noontime ceremony at the police station. Cops for Kids with Cancer Chairman of the Board Robert Flaherty braved the wind and rain to travel from Braintree to Mattapoisett […] Read more »
Join us in decorating our outdoor nature holiday tree with treasures you find outside. Located near the side entrance, the library tree is waiting for pinecones, sea glass, and feathers! Cookie Decorating: Come to the library as part of the Mattapoisett Holiday Stroll on Saturday, December 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. We’re decorating cookies! […] Read more »
Rochester‘s Preliminary 2015 tax bills were mailed November 24, 2014. The first half payment is due December 29, 2014. If paying by personal online banking, allow sufficient time for the bank to generate a check and mail it to the Town. Please supply sufficient information on the check identifying which bill should be credited. You […] Read more »