By Beth David, Editor Acushnet held a Veterans Day ceremony at the town’s Veterans Memorial on 11/11/21. Selectboard Chairperson David Desroches noted that last year’s event was canceled, saying he was glad they could be there. Mr. Desroches said he was humbled to be in the presence of veterans, “Someone who wrote a blank check to… [Read More]
PJK responds to “inaccurate statements” in FNN article
Statement from PJ Keating Company President Your recent article entitled “Complaints about PJ Keating Increase,” released November 10, 2021, contains numerous inaccurate statements that we could have corrected if we had been given the chance to comment prior to publication. Unfortunately, the article left a false impression with readers about our company, which has been operating… [Read More]
Acushnet delays tax rate, TA resigns
By Mary Chasse, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Tuesday 11/9 the Acsuhnet Select Board briefly met with State Representative Chris Hendricks, and also discussed the tax rate for the upcoming year. The board met with Mr. Hendricks about ARPA funds (American Rescue Plan Act). He said that some of the money is going towards… [Read More]
Complaints about PJ Keating increase
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Board of Health met with about 30 neighbors of the PJ Keating Company quarry and asphalt plant on Saturday, 11/6/21, at the Senior Center, and heard about a host of complaints, including dust, odor, and noise that neighbors say have been getting worse. A change in the bylaw governing the… [Read More]
PJK Report Line
The Acushnet Board of Health is asking residents to report complaints about noise, dust, traffic, and odor from the PJ Keating asphalt plant and quarry. Call the Acushnet BOH at 508-998-0275, at any time of day and leave a message if no one answers; or use the portal on the Town of Acushnet website: https://www.acushnet.ma.us/home/webforms/pj-keating-concern-complaint-portal…. [Read More]
Acushnet Selectboard discusses Fire Department changes
By Mary Chasse, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Tuesday, 10/26/21, the Acushnet Selectboard discussed the retirement of the Treasurer/Collector Catherine Muller, finalized the plan for the assessment center for the Fire Department, and briefly discussed meeting with a consulting company about ARPA money. Chairperson David Desroches started the meeting by announcing the retirement of… [Read More]
PJK Meeting
The Acushnet Board of Health will hold a public meeting on Sat., 11/6, from 10:00 a.m.–noon., at the Acushnet Council on Aging, 59 1/2 So. Main Street, Acushnet, to listen to concerns and take input from residents regarding the recent operation of the PJ. Keating Asphalt plant. Please wear masks and observe social distancing for… [Read More]
Halloween Parade
HALLOWEEN PARADE RETURNS! Join us on Sunday, October 31st beginning at 6pm for the return of the annual Halloween Parade (canceled last year). Please meet in front of the fire station on Russell Street in Acushnet at Parting Ways. The route: Russell St to John St, to Garfield St., to James St., to Wind Rd.,… [Read More]
Halloween Bash
Join American Legion Post 265, 71 Hope St., Acushnet, for our Hallowen Bash on Sat., 10/30, 7–11 p.m. Costumes encouraged. Featuring DJ, 50/50 raffle, cash prize for Best Cosumte. Feel free to bring a snack or a dish. The ghouls will appreciate it. ••• Click here to download the entire 10/28/21 issue: 10-28-21 Horribles Support… [Read More]
Acushnet news
Outdoor Kickoff to the Holidays Concert Thursday, November 4th at 1:00 p.m., Acushnet Senior Community Center Pavilion – rain or shine, 59 ½ South Main Street, Acushnet Tommy Rull, Singer/Entertainer will take a walk down memory lane. Enjoy the music of Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Paul Anka, Barry Manilow, Elvis, Perry Como, Lou Rawls,… [Read More]
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