By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard voted to fill two open committee seats at its meeting on Tuesday, 1/23. In a joint session with the Acushnet School Committee, the two boards appointed Justin Brodeur to fill the Old Colony Regional Voc-Tech School Committee District Member appointment, replacing Paul Guilbeault. Mr. Brodeur told the board… [Read More]
Selectboard continues aquaculture hearing
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Selectboard heard from a roomful of abutters opposed to a new oyster farm proposed by Matthew Loo and his father Thomas Loo, at their meeting on 1/22. Matthew Loo already operates a one-acre oyster farm in Jack’s Cove. The proposed farm is 1.8 acres in Shaw’s Cove, which is… [Read More]
BPW to rescind vote on Water Superintendent hire
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday, 1/22, the Fairhaven Board of Public Works voted to hold a meeting to rescind their vote hiring Jeff Furtado (no relation to PW superintendent Vinnie Furtado) as the water superintendent. According to Vinnie Furtado, there was a question raised about the way the item… [Read More]
From the Editor
Our cover story is the New Bedford march this weekend. I know, I kind of overdid it with the detail, but…hey, it’s winter. We’ve got pages to fill, and Glenn took such great pictures. Plus, it was fun. If I could’ve transcribed the whole thing, with every word every speaker said, I would have. But,… [Read More]
Polar Plunge is this weekend
The Polar Plunge has been rescheduled for 1/28. This year’s theme is your favorite Disney Movie. Put on your Mickey Mouse ears, Little Mermaid Costume, etc., have fun, be a plunger or a spectator! Join us at DCR’s Ft. Phoenix State Beach Reservation on Sun., 1/28, at 10 a.m. SHARP! Net proceeds benefit scholarships in… [Read More]
Vendors sought for summertime Huttleston Marketplace in Fairhaven
Press Release Local artists, crafters, dealers of antiques and vintage collectibles, and local food producers will have a new place to display their products for sale in Fairhaven this summer at the Huttleston Marketplace, to be held on Saturdays on the lawn of the town’s Visitors Center. From mid-June and until Labor Day weekend, the… [Read More]
Nomination papers available in Acushnet
Acushnet will hold annual town elections on Mon., 4/2/18. Nomination Papers are available for anyone interested in running for office. Thursday, February 8, 2018 5PM: Last day to take out nomination papers. Nomination papers are furnished only to candidates or to their representatives presenting signed authorization. NUMBER OF SIGNATURES: Not less than THIRTY-ONE (31). Must… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Fairhaven Conservation Commission
Fairhaven Conservation Commission The Fairhaven Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing on February 05, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. In the Fairhaven Town Hall, Purpose is for the Request for Determination of the following matters as required by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 131 Section 40 as amended. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS: • Notice of Intent Applicant Brightman… [Read More]
Women’s March 2018
On the anniversary of the Women’s March last year, women’s rights advoates will be marching in downtown New Bedford, on Sat., 1/20, at 2 p.m. Starts at Custom House Square. Open to all! Children and families welcome. Singers include Miss New Bedford 2017 Sara Achorn and Showstoppers Performing Arts, Inc. Speakers include U.S. Representative Bill… [Read More]
Community Bingo
The community is invited to enjoy family, friends and fun at Rock Funeral Home at a free Bingo event at 1 p.m. on Sat., 1/20,* 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. Refreshments will be served. Please call Rock Funeral Home at 508-995-5772 for more information or to reserve your seat. For more information about Rock, visit… [Read More]
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