By Beth David, Editor A higher than usual turnout for a mid-term election gave victories to the incumbents in Mass. Incumbent US Senator Elizabeth Warren (D) and incumbent Governor Charlie Baker (R) easily won second terms in the midterm elections on Tuesday, 11/6/18. Nationally, as of press time, the Democrats had a net gain of 26… [Read More]
Marijuana still illegal federally
Marijuana is illegal under federal law even in states that legalize it. The federal government classifies marijuana as a schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, (CSA), (21 U.S.C. 811), having a high potential for abuse and having no medical value. It does not recognize the difference between medical and recreational use of cannabis…. [Read More]
From Our Readers: Residents have right to choose on pot shops
Residents have right to choose on pot shops Fairhaven Residents and Town Meeting Members, You will be asked at Town Meeting on Tuesday November 13, 2018 to vote on several very important town altering decisions which will impact us now and long into the future. There will be an article to extend the moratorium on… [Read More]
From our readers: Marijuana Moratorium is only Safeguard
Extended Moratorium is Only Safeguard The Planning Board met on Nov. 1st and voted NOT to extend the moratorium. They voted to move forward with the new bylaw (now combining both medical and recreational marijuana) and indicated that they are satisfied with their work product. Now, it is up to the Town Meeting Members to… [Read More]
Authors Invited
The Friends of the Millicent Library invite South Coast authors, and authors of books about the South Coast, to sign and sell books at the third annual Millicent’s Book Fair, Sat., 12/8. A limited number of reading spots is also available. Children’s book authors are especially welcome. Deadline is 11/14. For further information and an… [Read More]
Acushnet news and events
Acushnet Veterans Day Ceremony Acushnet will hold a Veterans Day Ceremony, Sun., 11/11, at Pope Park, 96 Pope St. (off Main), 9:50 a.m. Event will include musical selections, opening remarks by Selectboard chairperson Michael Cioper, Ford Middle School Choral Group, flag raising, dove release, USCG helicopter flyover, color guard with laying of memorial wreath, and… [Read More]
Acushnet PD arrests juvenile in headstones case
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Police Department posted an update on 11/2 announcing that an arrest has been made in the case of vandalism to headstones in October. The APD on its Facebook page said a 16-year-old male was charged. Because he is a juvenile, the PD would not release his name. On October 3,… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Fairhaven Conservation Commission
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Fairhaven Conservation Commission Monday, November 19, 2018 at 6:30 East Room, Town Hall, 40 Center Street Fairhaven, Massachusetts The Fairhaven Conservation Commission will hold the following Public Hearings pursuant to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. c. 131, s. 40) and the Code of the Town of Fairhaven Chapter 192, Wetlands: 1) 108 Sycamore… [Read More]
Free Movie: A Plastic Ocean
A Plastic Ocean The New Bedford Whaling Museum will present a free screening of the documentary film A Plastic Ocean, Thurs., 11/8, at 6 p.m., 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. Every year, 8 million tons of plastic are dumped in our oceans. A Plastic Ocean, written and directed by Craig Leeson and produced by… [Read More]
Holiday Bazaar
Please join Our Lady’s Haven, 71 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719 at our Holiday Bazaar, Sat., 11/3, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Handmade Crafts, High Quality Artisans & Vendors, Straw Draw Raffle, Vendor Raffle, Bake Sale, Free Face Painting, Meatball Sandwiches. Proceeds to Benefit the Residents of Our Lady’s Haven ••• Support local journalism, donate to the… [Read More]
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