By Beth David, Editor The town of Acushnet held its annual 9-11 ceremony on 9/11/26, the 25th anniversary of the worst terrorist attacks in U.S. history. The town has a 9-11 memorial at the Fire Station on Russell Street at Parting Ways with artifacts from all three sites, including a steel beam weighing 2700 pounds from… [Read More]
Fhvn SB holds off on tourism; will pursue wastewater collab
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 9/14/26, the Fairhaven Select Board discussed the possibility of holding a regional meeting to discuss solutions to wastewater issues affecting municipalities from Westport to Wareham. The board also decided to hold off on creating a Tourism Committee, but did not dismiss the idea outright. The town has met… [Read More]
Apple Peach festival persists, in spite of rain
By Beth David, Editor Well, one out of two ain’t bad. Saturday was great weather for the 45th Apple Peach Festival in Acushnet, but Sunday’s torrential rain put a damper on things. The parade was canceled, but the festival continued, but a handful of vendors and the performers showing up. The new Miss Apple Peach, Averi… [Read More]
Massachusetts remembers 9-11
The state of Massachusetts commemorated the 9-11 terrorist attacks with several events on Friday, 9/11/26, the 25th anniversary of the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history. The events began with a reading of the names of the 219 people who had ties to Mass. A ceremony in the House Chambers included speakers and the presentation… [Read More]
Fairhaven High School football remembers 9-11
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven High School took a few minutes to remember 9-11 at its game on Friday, 9/11/26, the 25th anniversary of the worst terrorist attacks in US history. Game callers, Brian Monroe and Tony Ramous, alternated speaking a message of solemn remembrance and tribute to the 2977 people who were killed in the… [Read More]
Trapilo requests School Dept. info before joint meeting
From Richard “Rick “Trapilo, Fairhaven Select Board member and liaison to the Budget Working Group Dear Superintendent Kohler and School Committee Chair, In preparation for our upcoming joint meeting, I am respectfully requesting the following information from the Fairhaven School Department. The purpose of this request is to provide the Select Board and me with… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
School Buses Dear Frankie, I dread that soon I’ll be riding on the bus to school with a bunch of barking dogs pushing and shoving to get the best seats. I begged my mom to drive me to school, but she just laughed and rolled her eyes. By any chance, do you know if schools… [Read More]
Brendalee Smith wins Republican nomination in 10th Bristol
Press Release Brendalee Smith has officially secured the Republican nomination for State Representative in the 10th Bristol District after receiving 185 write-in votes in the September 1 primary election. Smith surpassed the 150 votes required to qualify and will appear on the November General Election ballot. “I am incredibly grateful to everyone who wrote in… [Read More]
Rep. Mark Sylvia faces challenger in 10th Bristol race
Submitted I’m State Representative Mark Sylvia and I’m running for re-election. Two years ago, I made a commitment to the 10th Bristol district: to hit the ground running on day one, to show up, to listen, and to deliver results. I meant it, and I’ve been true to my word. In my first term as… [Read More]
Our Lady of Angels Feast packs in the fun and food
By Beth David, Editor Our Lady of Angels grounds were hopping with a packed crowd of all ages this weekend for the 96th annual Feast. Dubbed the Biggest-Little Feast, the traditional Portuguese festa is smaller than its counterpart in New Bedford, but more than makes up for it in enthusiasm. Generations of families make it… [Read More]
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