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Rochester Tractor Pull212 viewsIf you were anywhere near the Rochester Country Fair grounds on Saturday, you heard the familiar sounds of revving tractor engines echoing throughout the town. The country fair committee held a tractor pull/swap fundraiser on April 29. Those who attended got an early taste of the sights, sounds, and smells of the Rochester Country Fair with dirt flying, engines blasting, and diesel smoke billowing up into the air. Photos by Jean Perry
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Santa Arrives211 viewsThe Town of Rochester wasn’t able to host its traditional Christmas celebration this year, but the Fire Department made sure that Santa and Mrs. Claus and Sparky visited with children on Sunday outside Town Hall, where Board of Selectmen Chairman Paul Ciaburri presided over the lighting of the tree. Ciaburri was thrilled to report that the Christmas Angels, run by Lorraine Thompson with volunteers from the Council on Aging, the public library, local businesses, schools, and churches haven’t missed a beat.
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Plumb Library211 viewsAfter Plumb Library's summer program participants reported their accomplishments, all 4,000 squares of the StickTogether mosaic were filled with color tiles, and the mystery image, a chameleon, was uncovered. Even after the image was revealed, participants continued to share their progress, ending up with 1,150 more tiles earned for a grand total of 5,150. Photo courtesy of Gail Roberts
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Pan-Mass Challenge209 viewsCalib LaRue and Andrew Reveill were riders in the Pan-Mass Challenge and wanted to do something special for the neighborhood kids and have them ride around the neighborhood together before they left for their ride. Rochester Police Department Sergeant Kevin Flynn and Officer Jason Denham took it upon themselves to join us and provide a safe ride with the kids. Photos courtesy Calib LaRue
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Rochester Historical Commission208 viewsThe Rochester Historical Commission began its historic plaque program as a way to enhance knowledge of the town's history. Recently, a plaque was placed at the Town Pound on Snipatuit Rd. by commission member, George Owen. The pound was not for household pets but for stray farm animals and problem animals of all sizes. While there were once many stone pounds of this type, most are gone. This pound from 1741 is a concrete reminder of Rochester's past.
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The Sun Will Come Out … Tomorrow 206 viewsFriday was a washout at the Rochester Country Fair, but the rain didn’t dampen the fun for those who braved the elements. Photos by Jean Perry
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Rochester Fire205 viewsA Rochester family and its pets safely escaped without injuries from a house fire on Stuart Road shortly after midnight on February 2. The Rochester Fire Department was assisted by crews from Acushnet, Freetown, Marion and Mattapoisett. Photos courtesy of Rochester Fire Department
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Rochester Fire205 viewsA Rochester family and its pets safely escaped without injuries from a house fire on Stuart Road shortly after midnight on February 2. The Rochester Fire Department was assisted by crews from Acushnet, Freetown, Marion and Mattapoisett. Photos courtesy of Rochester Fire Department
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Coffee & Conversation203 viewsCoffee & Conversation is held outdoors on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-11. Rochester residents may come and enjoy coffee & pastries with their friends. Donations are appreciated. Photos courtesy Connie Dolan
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Pan-Mass Challenge203 viewsCalib LaRue and Andrew Reveill were riders in the Pan-Mass Challenge and wanted to do something special for the neighborhood kids and have them ride around the neighborhood together before they left for their ride. Rochester Police Department Sergeant Kevin Flynn and Officer Jason Denham took it upon themselves to join us and provide a safe ride with the kids. Photos courtesy Calib LaRue
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Rochester Grange Fair202 viewsThe Rochester Grange held its fair and supper on August 21. Baked goods, quilts, clothing, flowers, and rare items greeted visitors at the Grange Hall. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Historical Commission202 viewsOn December 4, the Rochester Historical Commission presented a plaque to the Women’s Club noting the building's age. The plaque was attached to the building by George Owen and Tim Bates. These plaques are being donated by the commission to some of the town buildings used by the community with a hope of sharing town history. We will be extending this to residents who will be able to purchase a plaque for their historic home.
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