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Acushnet PD Stuffie Academy graduates 10

September 2, 2026 by Staff Writer

Offiical Report from the Acushnet Police Department The Overnight Adventures of the Stuffie Police Academy CASE FILE #63502 SUBJECTS: 10 highly trained stuffed animals LOCATION: Acushnet Police Department DATE: One very busy overnight shift At approximately 5:30PM, a group of stuffed animals, accompanied by Girl Scouts from Troop 63502,  reported for duty at the Acushnet Police… [Read More]

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Taste of Portugal supports Lions Club

September 2, 2026 by Staff Writer

The second annual Taste of Portugal fund-raiser for the Fairhaven Lions Club was a “huge success,” according to the club’s post on its Facebook Page. “Thank you to everyone who came out to join us, everyone who donated raffle items, flowers, food & beverages etc. Also a great big thank you to our amazing Lions… [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

September 2, 2026 by Staff Writer

Halloween Costumes Dear Frankie, I often win first prize in the Halloween parade, and some of the dogs at the dog park resent me for it. I can’t help that my mom is a costume de­signer and makes such amazing Halloween outfits.  What can I do to make them happy, other than skip the parade,… [Read More]

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Encampment demonstrates 1770s skills

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor A little bit of rain did not stop area militias from demonstrating the skills of Revolutionary era America in Acush­net on Sunday, 8/23/26. Mem­bers of the Fairhaven Village Militia, Dartmouth Militia, Rehobeth Militia, and Wareham Militia set up camp on the front lawn of the Long Plain Museum on Main Street. Militia… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Select Board appoints Gallagher to Budget WG

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board finalized the membership of the Budget Working Group at its meeting on 8/24/26; approved funding for the Public Safety Complex Committee to issue an RFQ; approved the sale of the town’s $7.9 million loans/bond; and ap­proved a Class II auto repair/ auto body license for the property at… [Read More]

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Three PB members file OML complaints

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Planning Board meet­ing on 8/25/26 got off to a contentious start, but eventually got back on track with regular business, although occasional spats surfaced throughout the meeting. At the very start of the meeting, Chair­person, Jessica Fidalgo, addressed a correspondence agenda item from member, Patrick Carr, for an agenda request… [Read More]

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Community input sought for EV chargers

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s Municipal Energy Manager, contracted through Mass Save, will be at the North Fairhaven Open Air Market on Saturday, 9/19, to get input from the public on where to locate chargers for electric vehicles. William Lefebvre gave presentation to the Select Board at its meeting on 8/24/26, and told the board that… [Read More]

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FALPT continues river cleanup efforts

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Acushnet Land Preservation Trust held another cleanup in the Acushnet River at the White’s Factory property in Acushnet on 8/22/26. Volunteers with the FALPT has been working to create clear pathways along the river to support the herring’s migration next season They have cut  branches, cleared debris, and collected lots… [Read More]

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Azorean Maritime Heritage Society awards scholarships

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release Since 2003, the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society has awarded scholar­ships to deserving local high school seniors and first-time college appli­cants who will be pursuing under­graduate education.   Thanks to the generosity of our members and donors, they have grown steadily over time. AMHS is committed to helping our Portuguese-American community’s youth achieve higher… [Read More]

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Early voting ends 8/28 for primary election

August 26, 2026 by Staff Writer

Early voting ends this Saturday in Massa­chu­setts for the state primary election on Tuesday, 9/1/26. Offices on the ballot include all statewide positions, U.S. Senator, U.S. Repre­sentative and District Attorney.  In the primary election, voters need to pick a ballot based on party. The winner of each primary in each party will face off against… [Read More]

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