“With all the bad news going around, here’s something to make you smile,” wrote Fairhaven Animal Control Officer Terry Cripps on the Fairhaven Animal Shelter Facebook page. All three baby ducks were rescued and reunited with their mother. The three ducklings fell into a drain at Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven on 4/22/20. A woman who… [Read More]
Acushnet: COVID-19 is here
From the Acushnet Fire & EMS Facebook Page on 4/13/20 “Within the past few days we transported to the hospital one of the 16 residents of Acushnet known to be infected with the COVID-19 virus. We followed all necessary protocols and all treatment and transport standards were met if not exceeded. Two crew members made… [Read More]
Acushnet extends tax deadlines, discusses PJ Keating permit
By Pattie Pacella, Neighb News Correspondent The Acushnet Selectboard met remotely on Tuesday, 4/14/20, quickly deciding to extend the deadline for payment of Real Estate taxes and filing of exemptions to June 1. The move is allowed because of new legislation passed to help municipalities manage business under the challenges of the COVID-19 restrictions. The board… [Read More]
From our readers: Introducing Climate Reality Massachusetts Southcoast
On the heels of the 50th Earth Day, we’re excited to introduce Climate Reality Massachusetts Southcoast, a group aimed at finding local solutions to the climate crisis and building public awareness to address them. We believe there’s an urgent need for climate action at all levels of society, and we welcome newcomers at our monthly… [Read More]
From our readers: Editor should keep political views out of paper
I have never written a letter to an editor, but I figured it was time to voice mine and probably many other people’s concerns regarding your political views. I pick up a copu of your publication whenever I get a chance. I find the articles interesting and informative. Overall, I think you do a good… [Read More]
BBC Learning
The BBC has launched and online learning site for children, “Bitesize Daily,” offering daily lessons. Visit https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize to find home schooling lessons for ages five to 15. Lessons include English, math, geography, science, and more depending on the age group. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire… [Read More]
Nightly News Kid
NBC has expanded “Nightly News with Lester Holt Kids Edition,” to two nights a week, Tuesday and Thursday at 4 p.m. Each episode is about 10 minutes long, and previous editions are available on www.youtube.com (search for Lester Holt Kids News). ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the… [Read More]
New Bluefish Regulations
The Marine Fisheries Advisory Commission has approved DMF recommendations to adjust the recreational possession limit for bluefish. Effective May 1, 2020: • Recreational anglers fishing from shore or a private vessel are limited to harvesting and possessing 3 bluefish per day. • Recreational anglers fishing from a for-hire vessel during a for-hire trip are limited to harvesting… [Read More]
Striped bass regulations
New recreational fishing rules have been adopted in Massachusetts to increase the conservation of Atlantic striped bass. The size of fish that can be recreationally harvested has been further restricted to end overfishing on the resource, while additional fishing gear requirements have been established to address recreational catch and release mortality. Changes take effect on… [Read More]
Virtual Walk
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Virtual Walk for Change, Sun., 4/26, 10:00 AM. Registration: $40. Visit https://barccwalk.org The virtual Walk for Change will combine elements of online livestreaming, prerecorded messages, and fun online activities, including the announcement of the #Bark4BARCC dog contest winner. Registered participants will have access to exclusive online Walk for Change content… [Read More]
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