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Auditions

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

The MAC Theater will be conducting auditions for The Constant Wife by Somerset Maugham, and adapted and directed by Kate Fishman.   Get your groove on. This classic play is reimagined for the late 1960s, when women’s liberation was rising, social norms were shifting, and everything was groovy.  This adaptation drops Maugham’s sharp social comedy… [Read More]

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NALC Food Drive collects 4,280 pounds

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor This year’s national food drive brought 4,280 pounds of food to the Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet on 5/9/26. The National Association of Letter Carriers food drive is the largest one-day food drive in the nation, and began in 1993. The amount is up from last year’s 3,860, but still not up to… [Read More]

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Select Board continues car lot hearing again

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 5/11/26, the Fairhaven Select Board again con­tinued the hearing for Artistic Auto, citing an opinion by Town Counsel that the matter had to go to the Planning Board first.  Town Adminis­trator, Keith Hickey, said the change from two cars to 40 cars for a used car license is… [Read More]

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League of Women Voters holds candidates night in Fairhaven

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Candidates for office in Fairhaven faced questions about the budget, how they would handle conflict and what challenges they see for their prospective boards.  All candidates were invited to the event sponsored by the League of Women Voters of SouthCoast, and held at Hastings Middle School on Thursday, 5/7. The event… [Read More]

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Candidate Statements Fairhaven Planning Board

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

The following three candidates: Incumbent Kevin Grant, Mona Phillips, and Incumbent Sharon Simmons are running for two seats on the Fairhaven Planning Board. The board also has two people vying for on unexpired term (statements follow the full term seat).] Kevin Grant My name is Kevin Grant, and I am run­ning for re­election to the Planning… [Read More]

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Mass. DOT outlines options for South Main Street

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Officials from Mass. DOT (Depart­ment of Transportation) held a public meeting in Acushnet on 5/6/26. About 30 members of the public and town officials attended to give their opinions about the proposed changes. The basic plan is to make improvements to the roadway, which is a state road now, then turn it… [Read More]

Filed Under: Acushnet, Latest News

Obituary Naomi Shaw

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

Naomi Shaw Naomi Shaw, 78, passed away peacefully on May 2, surrounded by loved ones.  Born Jan­u­ary 27, 1948, in South Carver, MA, to David L. Shaw and Eleanor G. Reis, she was raised in Middleborough and later lived in Fairhaven and Wareham, MA.  Naomi earned a master’s degree in english literature and taught at… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Improvement Association holds 143rd annual mtg

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release The Fairhaven Improvement Asso­cia­tion (FIA) held its 143rd Annual Meeting and Dinner on Wednesday, 4/15/26, bringing members and guests together for an evening of reflection, recognition, and appreciation for those who contribute to the continued vitality of the Fairhaven community. The annual event celebrates the Asso­ciation’s longstanding mission to Pre­serve Yesterday — Improve Today —… [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Greatest Gift Dear Frankie has expanded to videos. Find her on Facebook, Instagarm, and TikTok. Search for dearfrankiedogtodogadvice.  Dear Frankie, Mother’s Day is almost here, and I want to give her something special to show she’s the best mom ever.  I keep choosing between the bone I buried by the oak tree in February,… [Read More]

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Letter Lizzie’s Owner Against Traffic Changes

May 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

Lizzie’s Owner Against Traffic Changes I am writing as the owner of Sweet Lizzie’s Bake Shop to express my concern regarding the proposed change to convert our street from a two-way street to a one-way street. As a small business, we rely heavily on ease of access, visibility, and convenience for our customers. Changing the… [Read More]

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