By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard voted to have town offices work a four-day workweek on a trial basis at its meeting on Tuesday, 5/22. Members said they had mixed feelings about the move, so a trial period would be a good way to go. The change will start on June 5 and end on… [Read More]
PJ Keating gets earful from the neighbors
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Board of Health held a special meeting to give residents a chance to weigh in on proposed changes at the PJ Keating asphalt plant. And weigh in they did, with many complaining about a host of issues associated with the quarry. The company was formerly Tilcon Mass., but merged with… [Read More]
PJ Keating public hearing
The Acushnet Board of Health will hold a public meeting on Tues., 5/16, at 6 p.m. at the Council On Aging/ Senior Center, 59 1/2 So. Main St., Acushnet, to hear comment on the proposed changes at PJ Keating. The company wants to move its asphalt operations closer to the road and residences. Acushnet residents… [Read More]
Acushnet picks Gomes over Francis for moderator position
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard chose Nicholas Gomes over former town moderator Robert Francis to be moderator from now until voters vote again in April of 2018. At their meeting on Tuesday, 5/9, board members heard from both interested parties, then voted to choose Mr. Francis. At first the vote was 2-1, with board… [Read More]
Acushnet to make town clerk full time
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard approved the operating budget and the town meeting warrant at its meeting on Tuesday, 5/2. Selectboard chair Kevin Gaspar and board member Michael Cioper heaped praise upon Town Administrator Brian Noble, saying that past budget processes often involved acrimonious debates and “bickering” to use Mr. Gaspar’s word. Board member… [Read More]
PJ Keating Woods is 21 acres of protected land in Acushnet
Press Release The Buzzards Bay Coalition has partnered with the P.J. Keating Company to permanently protect 21 acres of land along South Main Street in Acushnet. “Thanks to the generosity of the P.J. Keating Company, Acushnet residents will soon have a new place along the Acushnet River where they can bring their families to explore… [Read More]
Meet Your Farmer
The Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Rd., Acushnet, is holding a “Meet Your Farmer” event on Wed., 5/10 from 5–7:30 p.m. This special event hopes to highlight the Acushnet farming community. Farmers are invited to set-up and display their farm offerings, list and share what their farm raises or grows, hand out promotional materials, educate patrons,… [Read More]
Spring Sale
At Acushnet COA The following events will be held at the Acushnet Council On Aging Senior Center, 59 1/2 So. Main St., Acushnet. Call 508-998-0280 for details. SALE: Spring Indoor Yard Sale/ Bake Sale & Gold Buyer! Sat., 4/22, 9:00am-2:00pm Diabetic Shoes for Seniors. A Representative from Enos Home Medical will be here at the… [Read More]
Lake Street undergoing facelift
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Department of Public Works has been busy with a facelift for the Lake Street recreation area. The work should be done in about a week. Gravel has replaced the dirt areas along the roadway where the little beach is, a favorite spot for fishing. The old metal guard rails have… [Read More]
Acushnet Selectboard supports police budget, 2 hires, cruisers
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard voted to support the budget proposed by Police Chief Michael Alves at its meeting on Tuesday, 4/18. The budget includes money for two new full time patrol officers and three vehicles for the department. Chief Alves told the board that he wanted to offer a full time position immediately… [Read More]
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