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Group submits petitions to Selectboard against pot shops

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor A group of Fairhaven residents pre­sented two petitions to the Select­board at its meeting on Monday, 9/24, asking for the board to support extend­ing the moratorium on marijuana retail shops in town, and to  place a question on the ballot to ban pot shops in town. The ballot question would be non-binding… [Read More]

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Carter appeal to be heard next week

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Michelle Carter, the Plainville woman who was convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter in the suicide death of Conrad Roy III, is scheduled to have her appeal heard before the Mass. Supreme Judicial Court on Thursday, 10/4 at 9 a.m. Attorneys for Ms. Carter contend that Judge Lawrence Moniz erred when he convicted Ms…. [Read More]

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Fairhaven natives co-author book on underground railroad

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

Press Release George “Sonny” Holt and his sister Elizabeth “Betty” Palm, both born and raised in Fairhaven, have published the historical fiction novel Run Away to Glory – Helen’s Story. It’s rich in history, during which slavery of African Americans took place and the importance of the Underground Railroad. Set in two prime locales, Vermont… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Fire Department gets sweet goodies from community

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

Two groups from Fairhaven showed their appreciation to the Fairhaven Fire Department on the same day last week. On Wednesday, 9/19, the department got a tray of goodies from a group of residents at Atria Fairhaven Assisted Living and another batch of cookies from Active Day. “We are very humbled today and feel the love… [Read More]

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Letter: Marijuana has  many benefits

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

Some benefits of responsible recreational marijuana use include: Calms rather than inebriates the mind into possible aggressive behavior. Enhances sexual pleasure. Improves sleep without the usual side effects of alcohol. Can increase creativity. The benefits of medicinal and recreational cannabis offer a new generation of young and old the opportunity to be able to take… [Read More]

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Letter: Marijuana is addictive

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

I am sending you this letter to encourage you to support a town wide referendum to let the citizens of our town see if they want the sale of recreational marijuana in our town. There are some highly qualified citizens who have spoken out against the sale of recreational marijuana in our town, for one,… [Read More]

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Letter: Rude treatment means lost customer

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

I’ve been a resident of Fairhaven for 34 years and have been a patron of the Fairhaven Convenience Store on Sconticut Neck all my life. For the past six years, I have been there every morning, Monday through Friday, before work to grab a protein bar and a bottle of juice. I pay $3.49 for… [Read More]

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Letter: Recycling is a pain, but do it anyway

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

SO, here’s the thing: Although it is the right to do, recycling has become a huge pain in the buttocks. BUT, here’s the other thing: Although it is a huge pain in the buttocks, we must still do it. There are a few reasons creating the “perfect storm” that has brought us to this point… [Read More]

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Planning Board Chairperson explains pot bylaw strategy

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

By Wayne Hayward, Fairhaven Planning Board Chair In response to recent reporting on Fairhaven marijuana bylaws, I offer my personal experiences. First, I attribute any past confusion of the town to constantly fluctuating state regulations. At the February 12, 2018 Board of Selectmen meeting, town counsel drafted nine possible questions to appear on the April 02… [Read More]

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TESTING…TESTING 123…ACUSHNET

September 26, 2018 by Staff Writer

On Mon., 10/1 at 10:01 (clever, huh?) the Town of Acushnet will be testing the emergency notification system, “Code Red.” Calls will automatically go to home telephone numbers. For cellphone alerts you need to opt in. Visit the town’s website for Code Red details at www.acushnet.ma.us Acushnet Fire Chief Kevin Gallagher encourages residents to sign… [Read More]

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