On Veterans Day November 11, 2024, the Florence Eastman American Legion Post 280 in partnership with the Tri-town Veterans Office held its annual commemorative service. The community came together at Old Hammondtown School where Rear Admiral Cashman shared his thoughts on the subject of service. Cashman’s background includes being a native of Brockton and […] Read more »
Patricia A. (Fay) McCarthy, 87 of Mattapoisett passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 13th. She was the wife of the late Walter F. McCarthy, Jr. for 57 years. Born in the Bronx, NY, daughter of the late James R. and Julia T. (Williams) Fay, she lived in Brockton and Buzzards Bay for […] Read more »
You are cordially invited to join us for a “White Christmas” Ladies Christmas Tea at First Congregational Church of Rochester, 11 Constitution Way, Rochester, on December 7 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Come and celebrate Jesus, the Light of the World. Please RSVP by December 1 (text or call) to Marcia at 508-264-2217. Read more »
The Rochester Land Trust is holding its Annual Meeting this year at George’s Pony Pasture, directly across the street from the Church Homestead at 139 Mattapoisett Road in Rochester, on Saturday November 16 at 11:00 am. We will enjoy hot apple cider and apple cider doughnuts as we gather in the newly renovated old foundation […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club invites potential new members and interested local residents to its November 21 monthly meeting which will feature speakers from the Mattapoisett Land Trust. Kristen McCormack, VP of the Land, will begin the program with an overview of the Land Trust’s 50 years of persevering land for the enjoyment of all. This […] Read more »
TheNovember 12 meeting of the Mattapoisett Select Board included a joint meeting with the town’s Disabilities Commission. The board also met with the Institute for Human Centered Design. The town had received a grant to conduct a self-evaluation on matters related to ADA compliance. The town’s Disabilities Commission reorganized and is now entrusted with the […] Read more »
The Rochester historical Museum at 355 County Rd. will be open on Sunday, November 17 and Sunday November 24 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Both the exhibit and shop will be open. Read more »
Superintendent Michael S. Nelson and Principal Michael Devoll are pleased to share that the Old Rochester Regional High School Drama Club will perform “Noises Off” later this month. Performances will occur at 7:00 pm from Thursday, November 21 to Saturday, November 23, and at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 24. Tickets will be […] Read more »
Get your November Take and Make Crafts available starting November 15, while supplies last. Adult Cross Stitch Kits are recommended for Ages 12 and up. Each kit includes instructions, pattern, colored floss, two needles, and a hoop with cross stitch fabric attached. Story Times Monday and Tuesday starting at 10:30 am, Messy Mornings for […] Read more »
Donna Battistelli-Berry, 69, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital with her son Kyler Berry, at her side and her companion Lionel Lee Lawson. Donna was a loving and devoted mom to her sons, Alex and Kyler. Born in Maine, the daughter of Shirley (Vincent) and Joseph Leo Battistelli. […] Read more »