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Huttleston Marketplace wraps up for season
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Fairhaven restructures planning/conservation/tree depts.
By Beth David, Editor After a lengthy discussion at the 9/23/24 Fairhaven Select Board meeting, members voted to approve the restructuring of the Planning Department, Conservation Department, and Tree Department, essentially appointing Bruce Webb to run all three departments. Mr. Webb is the town’s Conservation Agent, but he has been acting as the town’s Director… [Read More]
Acushnet Town Meeting approves bylaws changes, spending
By Beth David, Editor With very little discussion on most articles, Acushnet Town Meeting approved all articles voted on at the Special Town Meeting on 9/30/24. TM did not vote on the four articles requesting funding for renovations to the schools. Instead, TM voted to send the matter to the Finance Committee to get more… [Read More]
Bald Eagle takes up residence in Acushnet
By Beth David, Editor A Bald Eagle has been spotted for a few weeks now in Acushnet. The majestic looking bird is a sight to behold in flight. It is, however, more of a thief than a hunter. According to AllAboutBirds.org: “Rather than do their own fishing, Bald Eagles often go after other creatures’ catches. A… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Are you Sure? Dear Frankie, Lucy has been my best friend since we were puppies. We share a seat on the bus, do our homework together, and tell one another our secrets. Lucy’s mom has a tea party every summer for Lucy’s close friends and their moms. A couple of weeks ago, my mom asked… [Read More]
Library Strategic Planning Group
Library Strategic Planning – Community Focus Groups Press Release The Millicent Library is thrilled to announce the launch of a series of community focus groups as part of its strategic planning process. This initiative offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of library services for the Fairhaven community. The first of two in person… [Read More]
Letter_Sylvia Has Proven Record
Sylvia has proven record I met Mark Sylvia when he was elected to the Fairhaven School Committee and as a fellow Fairhaven Town Meeting Member. During his tenure as School Committee Chairperson and as Town Moderator, it became quite clear that Mark researches the issues and is well aware of the importance of having an… [Read More]
Legal Notice Acushnet Conservation Comm
ACUSHNET CONSERVATION COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Acushnet Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall Meeting Room located at 122 Main Street, Acushnet, Massachusetts. • Public Hearing – RDA – AMN Estate Holdings, LLC / 39 Keene Road – Map… [Read More]
From the editor 09-26-24
By Beth David, Editor Don’t forget…the Planning Board’s special “informational meeting” is on Tuesday (see page 5). If you’re a Town Meeting member and you want more info, check it out. If you’re not a TM member but want to know what to tell your TM rep, check it out. In any case, learn about… [Read More]
