On August 13, the Acushnet PD posted on its Facebook page that the police had responded to several reports of breaking and entering into motor vehicles throughout town.  “We would like to send out a reminder to please lock your vehicle’s doors and remove any valuables from plain sight!!” reads the post.  ••• Support local… [Read More]

According to a Facebook post on the Acushnet Fire & EMS page, the Fire Department responded to a mulch fire in the center of town. The resident discovered a 6×10-foot area burning with flames in contact with the vinyl siding.  The resident extinguished the fire and the FD used 125 gallons of water making sure… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard recog­nized the accomplishments of Library Director Dina Brasseur at its meeting on 8/13/19. Ms. Brasseur was named Acushnet Woman of the Year by the Standard-Times. The board had the article reprinted and framed and presented it to her at the meeting.  Selectboard chairperson Roger Cabral said the recognition was… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard chose Finance Director Julie Hebert to act as interim Town Administrator while they search for someone to replace outgoing TA Brian Noble, who is leaving at the end of the month. At their meeting on 8/13, board members voiced their confidence that Ms. Hebert would be able to… [Read More]

Pattie Pacella, Neighb News Correspondent With the announced departure of Town Administrator Brian Noble at the end of August, the Acushnet Selectboard at their Tuesday, 8/6,  meeting discussed how to proceed with an interim TA and whether or not to create a screening committee.  Kevin Paicos, who served as interim TA three years ago, attended the… [Read More]