Canisius College conferred an honorary degree upon David Campbell of Mattapoisett, co-founder and chairman of All Hands and Hearts – Smart Response, during its 2019 commencement ceremonies. Campbell, a former technology executive and investment banker for Computer Task Group, Xpedior, and BBN Technologies, used his humanitarian endeavors to form All Hands and Hearts – Smart […] Read more »
The road to ‘Restore ORR’ ended on July 10 after the special election Proposition 2 ½ override ballot question was defeated by a significant margin – 575 in favor, 689 against. The polling station at the Rochester Senior Center fell silent moments after Town Clerk Naida Parker read the results aloud promptly at 8:00 pm […] Read more »
When it comes to the 4th of July in the Tri-Town, Marion is the perpetual frontrunner with its grand parade, horse show at Washburn Park, and elaborate fireworks display. Even on years when there aren’t any fireworks on the nighttime horizon, Marion’s annual parade makes up for it year after year with more spectators, more […] Read more »
Sparklin’ Stars stories and songs for ages 3-7 – Join our talented musician friend, Ms. Nancy Sparklin, for a preschool music and movement based storytime. This program will be held on Fridays, at 10:30 am onJuly 5, 12, 19 and 26 for children aged 3-7. Registration is required for each class by date. You do not […] Read more »
The Marion Concert Band continues its Friday evening concert series on July 12, with a program of music inspired by the sea. The program is as follows: Hands Across the Sea – J. P. Sousa Seagate Overture – J. Swearingen Fantasy on American Sailing Songs – C. Grundman Sea Songs – R. Vaughan Williams Montego Bay […] Read more »
Manuel J. “Manny” DePina, 57, of New Bedford, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019, at St. Luke’s Hospital, in New Bedford, after a brief illness. He was the longtime companion of the late Gladys Mourao. Born in New Bedford, son of the late Daniel T. and Charlotte (Pina) DePina, he grew up in Fairhaven where […] Read more »
The Rochester Council on Aging Board of Directors is holding the monthly board meeting on Wednesday, July 10at 9:00 am at the Senior Center. Rochester Senior Center participants, and those interested in participating, are welcome to attend. Hanna Milhench and crew are preparing a special luncheon on Monday, July 15at 12:00 pm. All are welcome to attend. […] Read more »
The Rochester Planning Board on June 26 found itself flying through its agenda after several applicants requested continuances, reducing the two pages down to just one opened public hearing. Matt Moyen of PetroTech Consultants presented the details of the plan for new pollution controls at the solid waste to renewable energy facility at 141 Cranberry […] Read more »
Kyle C. Lopes, 30, of Mattapoisett passed away Saturday July 6, 2019. He is survived by his parents Steve and Beth, his sisters Wendy Reid and Heather, along with his daughter Haylie. Kyle was a graduate of Old Rochester Regional High School, Class of 2006 and received his certificate from New England Institute of Technology. […] Read more »
The Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School 4th Quarter Honor Roll included: Ariana Miranda, Grade 9 Honors Jeffrey Butrick, Grade 10 High Honors Bethany Davis, Grade 11 Honors Delaney Gosse, Grade 12 High Honors Zachary Pateakos, Grade 12 High Honors Christopher Rogers, Grade 12 High Honors Jackson St. Don, Garde 12 Honors Read more »