Acushnet’s local election is on Saturday, 5/13/23. Nomination papers will be available starting on Thursday, 1/5/23. Anyone who wants to run for office in Acushnet needs to take out nomination papers, have them signed by the proper number of registered voters, and return them by the deadline. Signatures need to be certified by the Town… [Read More]
Hamlin Street to close for almost three years
MassDOT Advisory: Acushnet The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing it will begin work on the Hamlin Street Bridge located over the Acushnet River in Acushnet. The work will begin on Monday, January 9, 2023, and is anticipated to be completed by September 2025. The scheduled work will include the complete replacement of the… [Read More]
Jerry Bergeron celebrates retirement from EMA
By Beth David, Editor Friends, family, officials, and members of the public turned out to wish Acushnet’s Gerard “Jerry” Bergeron a happy retirement on at the Acushnet Senior Center on 12/6/22. When he leaves his post at the Emergency Management Agency in January, he will have served 51 years. He has also served in the fire… [Read More]
Acushnet FD receives equipment grant
Acushnet Fire Department Press Release The Acushnet Fire & EMS Department was awarded a $19,000 grant by the Baker-Polito Administration on 12/9/22. This funding was part of the Department of Fire Services/EOPPS Grant Program in which fire departments will receive a total of $1.8 million in firefighter safety equipment grant funding. “The Department of Fire Services’… [Read More]
Legal Notice Acushnet ZBA
Acushnet Zoning Board of Appeals The Zoning Board of Appeals is hereby giving notice that a meeting will be held by the Board on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. in the Town Hall Meeting Room located at 122 Main Street. 1. Case #2022.12.20A A case of the Estate of Arlene F. Burtch c/o Vicki… [Read More]
Acushnet FD lights up the grounds
By Beth David, Editor Hundreds of people showed up to celebrate with the Acushnet Fire Department at its annual lighting of the Christmas display at Fire Station #1 on Sunday, 12/4/22. The Ford Middle School Chorus led the crowd singing Christmas carols, Santa joined the party for photos, and children received coloring books and crayons. Hot… [Read More]
Acushnet Housing Authority residents show art talent
By Beth David, Editor Tenants of the Acushnet Housing Authority showed off their artistic talents at an art show on Thursday, 12/1/22. The Acushnet HA received an Arts Wellness Grant through the Acushnet Cultural Council to offer activities such as painting and crafting to promote socialization, health, and wellbeing after the COVID pandemic. Classes were free… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Acushnet ZBA
Acushnet Zoning Board of Appeals The Zoning Board of Appeals is hereby giving notice that a meeting will be held by the Board on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. in the Town Hall Meeting Room located at 122 Main Street. 1. Case #2022.12.20A A case of the Estate of Arlene F. Burtch c/o Vicki… [Read More]
Bike run collects food and toys
By Beth David, Editor The annual Acushnet Lions Club Bike Run/Toy Drive at the Rivers End Cafe drew about 50 motorcycles on Sunday, 11/27/22. Rivers End owner Mark DeSilva said businesses and individuals donated a variety of items and services to make the event a successful one. Adams and Adams donated use of their truck; the… [Read More]
Acushnet pins new fire chief, hires police officers
By Beth David, Editor Acushnet’s new fire chief got sworn in and three new police officers were hired at the Acushnet Selectboard meeting on 11/22/22. Town Clerk Pamela Labonte swore in Fire Chief Thomas Farland, and Chief Farland’s mother Patricia pinned his badge on him. The Oath of Office binds him to upholding and defending the… [Read More]
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