By Waterfront Historic Area LeaguE (WHALE) has an archive of vitual tours of their historica properties. Visit their YouTube channel to watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgsvAIndhBOVunXPRIHJrJQ Find them at: https://www.waterfrontleague.org ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 6/18/20 issue: 06-18-20 AcushnetBLM
Board vacancies in Fairhaven
The Town of Fairhaven is seeking Fairhaven Residents to serve on various committees. Please consider volunteering to serve on a Board or Committee. By participating on a town Committee/Commission/Board you will have a voice in your local government. A complete list and description of Committee responsibilities can be found at https://www.fairhaven-ma.gov/boards Letters of interest… [Read More]
Library Curbside Service
The Millicent LIbrary has started curbside pickup for library items. Please call the library at 508-992-5342 on Monday through Friday from 9 to 3 for more information on making an appointment or reserving items. You may reserve items online… make sure your account has the correct telephone number. We may be changing the way we… [Read More]
Mosquito Control
The Fairhaven Health Department reminds all residents to contact Bristol County Mosquito Control to ensure all properties have been properly sprayed for mosquitos. As we reflect on last year’s problematic encounter with EEE, our awareness must be heightened during the upcoming summer months. A note from Bristol County Mosquito Control: Residents can find information on our website www…. [Read More]
Huttleston Marketplace
Saturdays, through September 12, 2020, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fairhaven Visitors Center Lawn/Fairhaven High School Lawn, 141 Main Street, at Route 6, Fairhaven An outdoor bazaar featuring vendors selling select hand made arts and crafts, quality antiques and vintage collectibles, upcycled items, fresh farm produce, and locally prepared foods. It is a MDAR certified… [Read More]
Black Lives Matter march and protest held in Acushnet
By Beth David, Editor Approximately 100 people marched from the Gifts to Give parking lot in Acushnet, up Slocum Street to the intersection at Parting ways, where they were met by another 50 or so people for a protest and railly. Black speakers spoke to the mostly white crowd, and then opened it up for others… [Read More]
Keith Silvia’s first motion is to block Bob Espindola for chair
By Beth David, Editor In a three+ hour long meeting, the first since the COVID-delayed election on 6/8, newcomer Keith Silvia showed his supporters what he meant by change when he nominated Daniel Freitas for chairperson, instead of Bob Espindola. Traditionally, the person in the third year of his term is voted in as chair. For… [Read More]
Ristuccia blocks Mike Silvia for BOH Chair; Silvia resigns
By Beth David, Editor The day he was passed over for the chair on the Board of Health, Michael Silvia posted on Facebook: “In my over twenty years of involvement in Town government I have never been treated in such a shabby manner.” During the meeting, Mr. Silvia was visibly flummoxed when newcomer Michael Ristuccia nominated… [Read More]
BPW sets beach policies, prices: residents only, passes only
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Tuesday, 6/9, the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed how the COVID-19 crisis is affecting such beach capacity this year, as well as the reorganized of the board. The meeting was available to the public via Zoom, and is available on demand at www.fairhaventv.com The board… [Read More]
COVID-19 update: reopenings continue
By Beth David, Editor Mass. Governor Charlie Baker continued to allow more businesses to open this week, including outdoor dining at restaurants and retailers, including malls. The governor also encouraged anyone who has been to a large gathering to get tested. In addition to free pop-up testing sites, individuals may make an appointment for a test… [Read More]
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