A couple of hundred people showed up for Acushnet’s annual lighting and sing-along, that even Santa attended, on Sunday, 12/8/19, at the fire station. Fire Chief Kevin Gallagher greeted the “happy, spirit filled crowd,” and introduced the Ford Middle School Chorus, which led the crowd in song. Chief Gallagher let the crowd know that he… [Read More]
BPW discusses new Tinkham well, and permit tracking
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday, 12/2 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed the replacement of the Tinkham Lane well, and an issue with a recent driveway waiver. First the board discussed the third payment due to Dankris Builders Corporation for the water well being constructed at the Tinkham Lane… [Read More]
Middle School student goes all out for Toys 4 Tots
By Beth David, Editor Kate Machado is only 12, but she’s already been giving back to the community for years. Since she was about 9, the Fairhaven resident has been using her own money to buy toys for the less fortunate. Every year, throughout all the seasons, she uses her Christmas money, her birthday money, and… [Read More]
From our readers: Thanks to Turkey Trot
Shepherd’s Pantry Thanks Turkey Trot On Thanksgiving morning, November 28 of this year, runners were gathered around Cushman Park to get ready to partake in the 10th annual Turkey Trot. The proceeds from this road race, after expenses, totaling over $15,000.00 that was amassed from the runners’ registrations, would eventually go to help the Shepherd’s… [Read More]
Old Time Holiday event is this weekend
It’s that time of year when Santa makes as many visits as he can to our little part of the world. There are all kinds of great events coming up this weekend and the next few weekends for the holiday season. The Neighb News is taking a two-week publishing break after this issue, so we’ve… [Read More]
Volunteers place wreaths to honor veterans at Fairhaven cemeteries
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven veterans agent Brad Fish and a group of volunteers converged upon Riverside Cemetery on Saturday, to place wreaths at the entrance of each section to honor the veterans buried there. Frank Fostin told the group that he go the idea from a relative in Florida who, he said, travels around the… [Read More]
Acushnet Lions collects food and toys for area needy families
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Lions Club and the Rivers End Cafe teamed up again for the annual motorcycle run and toy drive on 12/1/19. Rivers End owner Mark DeSilva said it was the 12th year he has hosted the event. “No kid should go without a toy at Christmas,” said Mr. DeSilva. “And… [Read More]
Acushnet selectboard chooses Ron San Angelo as new TA
By Pattie Medeiros, Neighb News Correspondent The Acushnet Selectboard made its decision on hiring a new Town Administrator at its meeting on 12/6. The board chose Ron San Angelo, who is currently the Town Manager of Southbridge, Mass. The board interviewed, in open session, Mr. San Angelo on 11/22, and three other candidates on 11/25. Both… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Fairhaven ZBA
Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearings Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Town Hall Banquet Room, 40 Center Street Fairhaven, Massachusetts 1. 130 Ebony Street, Map: 43A, Lots: 235-236. Hinds, John. 198-21 (D) Variance request for 8’ side setback on Naorth Side. 198-21 (D): Variance request for 4’ side setback on South Side Peter… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Town Meeting articles deadline
Town of Fairhaven Submission of Town Meeting Articles Please submit Articles for the May 2, 2020 Town Meeting, including Street Acceptance Articles, by January 17, 2020 at 4 p.m. Fairhaven Board of Selectmen ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here for this week’s issue: 12-12-19 BenoitSqSanta
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