Bob Silva of Septic Preservation Services visited the Marion Board of Health on January 19 to talk about denitrification technology in septic systems. He told the board that his company services all “advanced-treatment” units and is a distributor of Singulair advanced-treatment units. Acknowledging the unmatched expertise of George Heufelder, Silva asked why the […] Read more »
The Titmouse is a familiar songbird with its hallmark crest on its head found everywhere in the south shore of Buzzards Bay. It is no bigger than the similar Chickadee in anatomy and behavior. Both are very selective at not eating directly at a bird feeder but instead carrying their food away from where they […] Read more »
The Rochester Historical Society is always happy to welcome new members. We welcome anyone who is interested in history and we are not limited to Rochester residents. Our active season runs from April through December. Our regular monthly meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at our museum at 355 County Road […] Read more »
Ms. Korinn Petersen, Esq., vice president for Clean Water Advocacy at the Buzzards Bay Coalition, will be the featured speaker at the Mattapoisett Women’s Club on Thursday, February 16 at 11:30 am at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church, 27 Church Street, Mattapoisett. Attorney Petersen will discuss her advocacy work on behalf of the Coalition and focus […] Read more »
To the Editor; The Tri-Town is an amazing geographic area; ‘It’s Nicer’ – ‘It’s Special’ – ‘It’s God’s Country.’ Sailing, surfing, swimming, paddling, walking thru the forest, sitting by a stream or simply birdwatching we find joy in own backyards. Heads up: we’re in danger of losing it all if we don’t prevent further […] Read more »
A Rochester family and its pets safely exited a house fire on Stuart Road early Thursday morning, the February 2 call going to the Rochester Fire Department at approximately 5:00 am, according to a report published by the Rochester Fire Department. The call reported smoke and fire inside the house. Firefighters arriving at the […] Read more »
On January 30, a breath of fresh air blew through the Mattapoisett Free Public Library when Richard Van Inwegen gave a presentation on the style of photography he enjoys pursuing and enjoys sharing with the public: primarily nature and the great outdoors. That hasn’t always been the case. As a young boy, Van […] Read more »
Mattapoisett may be a small, seacoast community, but when it comes to the safety and protection of its citizens, that takes dollars and cents. On January 30, the Mattapoisett Capital Planning Committee, led by Chairman Chuck McCullough, met with Fire Chief Andrew Murray and Police Chief Jason King to discuss FY24 capital needs. […] Read more »
Listen, listen Dear, within yourself. Listen to the stillness. Listen to the peace and quiet. No more hurry, No more worry, No more stress, No more strain. Know that you are loved and lovable, No matter what you have done. Find the love that is your essence and your heritage. The love of God, That […] Read more »
Rochester is a pretty watery place (particularly these last few weeks) with its ponds, brooks and streams. A lot of the water is near the surface and two-acre zoning was put in place, in part to conserve the water that fills most residents’ wells. However, due to past agreements and the separations that created […] Read more »