The day could not have been more picture-perfect as the aroma of chowder – commonly referred to as “chowdah” around these parts – wafted across the fields outside the Knights of Columbus hall in Mattapoisett on September 8. By 1:00 pm, the parking lot was nearly filled to capacity as families and supporters came in […] Read more »
The full monthly newsletter and calendar are available on our website www.rochestermaseniorcenter.com. Events are also posted on the Rochester Council on Aging Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Rochestercoa. The Rochester Senior Center has made a few changes to the Special Luncheon’s held in September: Monday, September 16, special luncheon will be prepared by Outreach Worker, Lorraine Thompson. Monday, September 23, special luncheon will […] Read more »
For as long as people have been alive on this earth, mosquitoes have existed. More than just annoying, mosquitoes may be the most dangerous animal in the world (Great white sharks, step aside.) Several serious diseases are associated with mosquitoes, including malaria, yellow fever, and Zika. Fortunately, many are either rare or absent Massachusetts. However, […] Read more »
There’s been talk about solar panels coming to the roof of Rochester Memorial School for some time now, and on September 5, the Rochester School Committee took action to make that a reality and provide a significant cost savings for the school district. Matt Shortsleeve of Select Energy gave a presentation on his company’s proposal […] Read more »
Get ready for the crisp weather with a good book. The Friends Book Sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on some reading material. The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library will be holding their Second Saturday Monthly Book Sale, September 14, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm, downstairs at the library, 7 Barstow Street. Stop […] Read more »
Some of the cases were continuances of continuances that were again continued, while at least one case was being heard for the first time. That’s the way things go in the world of conservation oversight. And so, on September 3 as the Rochester Conservation Commission conducted its due diligence on behalf of the town and […] Read more »
To the Editor: Thank You For Supporting the Street Painting Festival. Another summer season is drawing to a close and the Onset Bay Association and Friends of Onset Street Painting Festival have many supporters and collaborators to thank for the success of the Chalk-Full-O-Fun Festival. First, a huge thank you to our generous grantors and sponsors: […] Read more »
The Southeastern Massachusetts Youth Orchestras (SEMAYO) will be holding auditions for the 2019-2020 season on September 11 and September 12during evening hours at UMass Dartmouth. The SEMAYO is made up of five ensembles, plus a chamber music program. Students are placed into the appropriate level ensemble by audition. All SEMAYO musicians must be members in good […] Read more »
YMCA Southcoast’s signature funding event is hitting a milestone this year. On Monday, September 30, golfers will tee off in support of the Y for the 25th time at Marion’s renowned Kittansett Club. “This is a wonderful event for our Y supporters to come together to enjoy a round of golf while helping our community,” said […] Read more »
Selectman Greenwood “Woody” Hartley asked during the September 3 Rochester Board of Selectmen’s meeting to look ahead toward the spring annual election, when the town clerk position officially changes from an elected position to an appointed one. Town Meeting voters in May approved the article proposing an appointed rather than elected town clerk, an idea […] Read more »