Nomination papers for town elections are now available. The annual town elections will be held on Mon., 4/2/18. Seats up for re-election are: Bob Espindola on Selectboard; Donna McKenna and Colin Veitch on School Committee; Lindsay Gordon on Board of Health; Colleen Sylvia, Commissioner of Trust Funds; Robert Hobson and Keith Silvia for Board of… [Read More]
And then it melted: Harsh weather breaks for a couple of days, comes back fast
The warming temperatures create large chunks of ice in the cove at Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven on Friday, 1/12/18, and shroud the little work skiff and the lobster boat in mist and fog. Photo by Glenn C. Silva. •••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News at: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=Y6V5ARRYH689G Click here to download the… [Read More]
Computer glitch causes discolored water
By Beth David, Editor Residents in many parts of Fairhaven experienced discolored water over the weekend, and the town used the reverse 911 system to warn residents about the problem. According to Public Works superintendent Vincent Furtado, a “computer glitch” caused the system to send water to the towers when they did not need water,… [Read More]
BPW won’t change sign at Cooke Park, still no festivals, though
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Board of Public Works denied a request by some residents to add a sign at Cooke Park calling it “Burial Hill,” at its meeting on 1/8. Superintendent of Public Works Vinnie Furtado said that the board did not, however, change its former vote that prohibits festivals or other organized… [Read More]
Navigator is where it belongs
It’s great to see the beautiful Navigator docked in Fairhaven where it belongs. It looks great where it is, with three new poles to hold it secure, and I hope the setup is permanent. We should be proud to have a maritime institute in town and do all we can to support it. I only… [Read More]
Rollover in Acushnet due to storm
Acushnet Police Department posted a picture on Facebook of a car on its roof, with a plea to slow down in snowy/icy conditions. The teenaged driver, who is not being identified, was transported to the hospital for evaluation, but did not have any serious injuries, according to Acushnet Fire Chief Kevin Gallagher. “Please drive slowly!!”… [Read More]
Town of Fairhaven revamps website
By Beth David, Editor The Town of Fairhaven has a new website. The re-design uses “Virtual Town Hall” technology, which is used by many municipalities, including Acushnet. The big changes are a new, colorful look, more graphics, and an ability by town hall staff to make changes quickly. The site is also optimized for different… [Read More]
Chimney fire on Crompton Street requires ladder truck
On Saturday, 1/6, Acushnet firefighters needed the assistance (once again) of Fairhaven Fire Department’s Ladder #1 for a chimney fire on Crompton Street. The chimney needed to be opened from the top safely, and that required a ladder truck as ground ladders wouldn’t work. We have requested Fairhaven’s ladder 4 times in three weeks! ••••… [Read More]
Acushnet Fire Dept. removes dead swan from Lake Street
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Fire kills pig, destroys two sheds in Acushnet
At 9:36 p.m. on Thursday, 1/11/18, Acushnet firefighters responded to a reported shed fire on Cedar Hill Drive. On arrival units found two sheds fully involved with two others threatened. Rochester Fire Department provided a 3,000 gallon tanker to assist with water supply because the area has no hydrants. Acushnet also has an 1800-gallon… [Read More]
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