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By Pattie Pacella, Neighb News Correspondent The Acushnet Selectboard heard from Kelly Koska, Principal Assessor regarding the classification hearing for the FY19 tax levy at their meeting on October 23, 2108. Ms. Koska told the board that the Board of Assessors was asking  the Selectboard to approve a 120% tax shift for FY19. Ms. Koska stated… [Read More]

Halloween Stories Joins us for “Not-so-Spooky Pajama Story Time” at the Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Rd., on Thursday, 10/18, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Join us for fun Halloween stories and songs. For ages 3+. Wear your PJs. Call 508-998-0270, or visit https:// www.acupl.org Acushnet Halloween Parade Get dressed up and join your fellow ghoulies on… [Read More]

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By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard agreed with some personnel changes re­quested by Police Chief Michael Alves  at its meeting on Tuesday, 10/19/18.  The board voted to allow Chief Alves to promote three part time police officer to full time positions; and to allow the chief to access the civil service list to hire a… [Read More]

Gravestones in the Acushnet Cemetery were knocked over on 10/4/18. “It is very sad that we even have to post this, but if anyone has information on this disgusting act, please come forward,” wrote the Acushnet Police Department on its Facebook page. “We at the APD are very distraught over this, and need your help… [Read More]

New Town Hall Hours Begining October 1, 2018 the Town Hall will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays; Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Fridays 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Flu Shots 10/5 Join Walgreens Pharmacy on Friday, 10/5, 10:00 a.m.–noon. to get your flu, pneumonia and/or… [Read More]