Rochester News

The Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station is approaching a critical juncture, as a result of declining trash volumes, rising costs, increased recycling, and diverging town interests.

Johanna H. Desmarais, of Acushnet, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at her home surrounded by her loving family and close friends.

Tabor Academy presents the popular musical "How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying!" on February 23-25 at 7:30 PM on the stage of Fireman Auditorium, Hoyt Hall on the Tabor campus.A A cast and crew of over 45 students have teamed up this winter to bring this Pulitzer Prize-winning musical to life.A The lead role of J. Pierpont Finch, a ... (more)

Democratic caucuses are upcoming across SouthCoast to elect delegates to the party's state convention on June 2 in Springfield.

Due to a tightening budget on the school and town, ten positions may be eliminated from Rochester Memorial School next year, it was revealed at the school committee's February 2 meeting.

Many have heard the mantra to donate blood, but providers in the SouthCoast still are struggling to meet the need.

Rochester Democrats will hold their Caucus to select 2012 convention delegates on Saturday, February 18 at the Rochester Town Hall, 1 Constitution Way.

The Elks of Wareham Lodge No. 1548 sponsors the Elks Student of the Month and Student of the Year Awards for students enrolled in local area high schools.

Albert J. "Sonny" Weigel, Sr., 75, of Rochester, died January 28, 2012 in Tobey Hospital, Wareham with his family at his side.

Those who do not recycle, which is estimated to be more than 60 percent of the town's residents, will be encouraged to start or else pay more for disposal.

After 10 years of litigation, Bay Watch Realty's proposed affordable housing project appears to be inching closer to town approval.

It is time we take a stand! Observe the candidates, what they have accomplished.

Bob's Tire is one step closer to obtaining the necessary licensing and permitting to operate - but the journey there is far from complete.

The Mattapoisett Lions Club is offering a $ 5,000 scholarship to a graduating high school student who lives in Mattapoisett, Marion or Rochester.

The annual election for the town of Rochester will be held on April 11 and officials have announced that nomination papers are available at the Town Clerk's Office.

Old Rochester Community Television and The Showstoppers singing group are once again teaming up to bring the FOURTH Annual Tri Town LIVE TV Variety Show filled with talented local entertainers.