By Beth David, Editor People tend to agree that the Acushnet River Valley Golf Course is a town gem. So, when the approach to the course got overgrown and unsightly, something had to be done.  Some years ago, a couple of volunteers, Merilee Kelly and Cynda Williams, created a pollinator garden at the turn from… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Acushnet Town Meeting approved all articles at the Special TM on Monday, 11/5/23, including the 55+ bylaw change and the additional Lake Street Recreation Area funding that caused a lot of chatter on social media. Article 12 amends the bylaw that  allows 55+ housing developments to include a host of regulations… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor A little bit of rain did not stop the Acushnet Fire Department from holding its annual open house on Sunday, 10/29/23. Some of the activities moved inside the fire station, but the demonstrations still took place outside. Firefighters set up a few canopies so spectators could watch the car extraction, but… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Acushnet voters will vote on 18 articles at a special Town Meeting next week, including a zoning bylaw that has stirred up a bit of controversy. The meeting will be held on Monday, 11/6,  Article 12 will allow 55+ housing in three districts using the special permit process. It is allowed… [Read More]