Director of Content for both Fun 107 and 1420 WBSM, Rock began his radio career in Boston as a 16-year-old intern for "Rock and Roll Hall of Famer" Dale Dorman. He cracked the mic for the first time on his 18th birthday as a freshman broadcaster at Syracuse University's legendary Z-89. Rock has hosted radio shows in Boston, Syracuse, Connecticut, and New Hampshire...and came to Fun 107 back in 1995. He's hung out with some of the world's biggest names, including Tom Brady, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, The Jonas Brothers, and Rihanna. Michael Rock has hosted live broadcasts from the Grammy Awards, Atlantis in the Bahamas, Universal Studios Florida and Red Sox Spring Training. But the most important live broadcast he's ever done was during one of his weekly Saturday Night Hotmixx shows from the Jukebox in New Bedford. That's where he met his wife, Cyndi. They now live in Mattapoisett with their two children.
Michael Rock
Xavier Dreams of Becoming a Builder [TUESDAY’S CHILD]
Xavier is a charming boy with a very curious and kind personality. He is interested in art, electronics, LEGO’s or anything that involves building. Not surprisingly, he hopes to one day grow up to be a construction worker.
Xavier loves s...
Tatiana is a Teenager Who Loves Makeup and Nails
Tatiana is described by her social workers as both funny and lovable. One of her wishes for 2024 is to try gymnastics, and she enjoys taking swimming lessons. Recently, Tatiana has begun equine therapy, which she is really enjoying.
Tatiana loves putting braids in her hair or pulling it back in a ponytail...
Fairhaven Grandmother Has Cute Encounter With Tommy Lee Jones
Editor's note: This story was originally published in May 2022.
As the final week approaches for "Finestkind" filming here on the SouthCoast, we have been receiving bits and pieces of Tommy Lee Jones sightings.
While we were broadcasting from Little Village Cafe in Fairhaven on Tuesday, a source from the movie crew confirmed to us that Jones was in town.
That ...
New Bedford’s Top Shelf Bar and Grill is For Sale
Top Shelf Bar and Grill in New Bedford is for sale. Owner Bobby Afonso says he needs a break from the restaurant business.
Massachusetts Draws the Most People From These States
United Van Lines has released their annual movers study that shows where people are moving to and from in the United States. Not surprisingly the data show that more people are moving out of Massachusetts than moving in. Out of all the people moving in and out of Massachusetts, 56% of them are leaving, while 44% are moving to Massachusetts.
The C...
Authentic Lincoln Park Skee Ball Machine Found in Basement
It's not unusual for older folks to have random pieces of Americana stored in their basements. Oftentimes, they make the best yard sale finds! Records, books, photos, and posters, can be a treasure trove and offer glimpses into our past. It is unusua...
New Bedford: End Zone Must Make Changes to Continue Live Music
Disappointing news for the ownership of the End Zone Sports Pub on Coggeshall Street in New Bedford. They received a letter from the New Bedford Building Department last month that outlined some structural changes that would need to take place in order to continue with live entertainment at the popular restaurant...
Casey Affleck’s Dartmouth Sweatshirt Looks Awfully Familiar
Actor Casey Affleck was spotted on a Quincy film set wearing a green Dartmouth sweatshirt, but is that a reference to the Massachusetts town or the New Hampshire college?
Fairhaven Finally Fixes Awkward Traffic Flow by Oxford School
I've lived on the SouthCoast for decades, and for years I've always wondered about the extremely awkward traffic flow in front of the Oxford School. Honestly, I've never seen anything like it. I'm not sure who could look at the traffic flow in front of the Oxford School and say, "Yup, that's perfect. That sh...
Jose is a Teen Who Loves to Paint
Jose is a happy teenager that loves to joke around with the people in his life. He is a talented artist, and specifically loves to paint. Jose also enjoys board games, listening to music, and playing video games. He spends a great...