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FHS beats Voc-Tech 54-48 for second win in a row

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Fairhaven High School Blue Devils hosted the Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech Bears at the Barton Leach Gymnasium on Tuesday, 1/13/26, forcing Voc-Tech to a season-low 48 points to earn their second South Coast Conference win in a row, with a final score of 54-48. The Blue Devils will play Bourne on 1/23, and Case… [Read More]

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Fairhaven resident reads winning essay at annual MLK breakfast

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Jessica Fidalgo, a Fairhaven resi­dent, Planning Board member, and social justice activist, won the essay contest open to all students of Bristol Community College.  The prompt for this year’s contest was: “How are Dr King’s views and work relevant to us today? In what ways can citizens today affect their own communities… [Read More]

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DA Quinn not running for reelection

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release After serving almost 12 years as Bristol County District Attorney, I have decided not seek re-election for a fourth term. It has been a great honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Bristol County. I will be forever grateful for the support I received from the DA’s staff, my family, and members… [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

Freedom…. Or Dear Frankie, My parents are going back to work full-time, and they’ve given me two options for how I can spend my day: either go to doggy daycare or have Harry, our neighbor, come for an hour visit and a walk.  I’m pretty easygoing and like to plan my day based on how… [Read More]

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Acushnet holding Complete Streets pop-up

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Town of Acushnet is holding a pop-up event to get input from resi­dents on the town’s Complete Streets Prioritization Plan, on Tues­day, 1/27/26, from 2:30–7 p.m., at the Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Road.  Community members are invited to stop by anytime during the pop-up hours to share feedback on where it feels safe… [Read More]

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Acushnet Charter Change approved by state

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release from State Sen. Mark Montigny, State Rep. Mark Sylvia, State Rep. Steven Ouellette A home rule petition filed on behalf of the Town of Acushnet by Repre­sentative Mark Sylvia, Senator Mark Montigny and Representative Steven Ouellette, has been signed into law by Governor Healey.  House Bill 2341, authorized by Acushnet Town Meeting, amends the Acushnet Town… [Read More]

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Legal Notice Fairhaven ZBA

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearings Tuesday February 3rd, at 6:00 p.m.   Town Hall Banquet Room, 40 Center Street Fairhaven, Massachusetts Public Hearing In-Person at Town Hall or  via Zoom. Join the Zoom Meeting  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94115137952?pwd=MXpoVWpKTFBEUmluT1pWSCtiVzJCQT09  or call 1-929-205-6099Meeting ID: 941 1513 7952Passcode: 361259  1. REF# ZBA-026-001: 1 Homestead Avenue. Map 25, Lot 044. Applicant… [Read More]

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Legal Notice Fairhaven Select Board personnel policy

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSED CHANGES TO PERSONNEL POLICY — PUBLIC HEARING This hearing is to present and receive public comment on proposed updates to the Town of Fairhaven Personnel Policy, designed to align benefits for non-union employees per Chapter 61 § 5-B of the Town Bylaws.  Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm, Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center… [Read More]

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Legal Notice Acushnet Conservation Comm

January 21, 2026 by Staff Writer

ACUSHNET CONSERVATION COMMISSION  PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Acushnet Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall Meeting Room, located at 122 Main Street, Acushnet, Massachusetts.  • Public Hearing – Notice of Intent – Buzzards Bay Coalition Inc./91 South Main Street…. [Read More]

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From the editor 01-15-26

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor So now, in America, being rude to a law enforcement officer is punishable by death on the spot. An ICE agent shot a woman in the face in Minneapolis (see page 11). The Big Buffoon said she was disrespectful, so it’s okay that she was shot in the face. How can… [Read More]

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