By Beth David, Editor A Bald Eagle has been spotted for a few weeks now in Acushnet. The majestic looking bird is a sight to behold in flight. It is, however, more of a thief than a hunter. According to AllAboutBirds.org: “Rather than do their own fishing, Bald Eagles often go after other creatures’ catches. A… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Town of Acushnet will hold a Special Town Meeting this Monday, 9/30/24 at the Ford Middle School, 708 Middle Road, at 7 p.m. Town Meeting will be asked to vote on 17 articles, with spending articles ranging from a few thousand to $4.2 million. Bills of prior years totals $14,178…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Town of Acushnet recognized Norman Fredette, who died unex­pectedly in May after a short illness, at the age of 64, with a tree planting on 9/24/24. Mr. Fredette was the town’s Tree Warden at the time of his death, and had served on the Board of Public Works. He was… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Celebrating 43 years, this year’s Apple Peach Festival in Acushnet featured a parade, music, food, and appearances by Acushnet’s Miss Apple Peach, Madison Cabucio; Jr. Miss Apple Peach, Willow Niles; and Miss New Bedford, Emma Gendreau.  The celebration also featured a parade from Pope Park to the fair grounds at the… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Town of Acushnet honored well known resident and Veteran Army Corporal August “Gus” Cote with a bench at the entrance to the athletic fields at Pope Park. “You were the start,” reads the engraving on the bench.  Mr. Cote, 91, was honored by local Masons, veterans, and town officials at… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Acushnet held its annual car cruise, after a bit of hiatus, on Thursday, 8/29/24, in the Parting Ways Green in the center of town.  Hundreds of classic and antique vehicles filled the streets and parking lots for the public to check out and chat with the owners. Music by DJ Dave… [Read More]