Acushnet Police Department Press Release On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at approximately 11:37PM, a 911 call was received from a female who reported being stabbed on Carol Street. The suspect, a male party known to her, then fled the home into the nearby woods. On arrival, responding Acushnet Police officers found the victim conscious and… [Read More]
Acushnet election field set
By Beth David, Editor Acushnet voters go to the polls for local offices on Saturday, 5/13/23, and the field is set. There will be two contested races on the ballot, with Eric Chew challenging incumbent, who served on the SB from 1998 to 2016. He returned to the board in 2020 and running to retain… [Read More]
Show time!
Fairhaven voters go to the polls on Monday, 4/3/23, for the annual election. Voters will vote for all town offices and Town Meeting members. There are two contested races. Four candidates are vying for two seats on the School Committee, with incumbent Brian Monroe running for re-election, and Laura E. Gardner, Stephanie Pickup, and Brendalee… [Read More]
Select Board discusses financial policy, budget deficit
By Beth David, Editor At the Fairhaven Select Board meeting on 3/20, board member Bob Espindola presented an explanation of the financial policy to show why the policy is important. He said the policy affects bond ratings and borrowing. Mr. Espindola showed, through slides on the screen, that a 1/4 point increase in borrowing could result… [Read More]
Candidate statement: Fairhaven Select Board
Charles K. Murphy, Sr. Thank you for this opportunity to share with you about my candidacy for my seat on the Select Board. I am eager to continue to listen to the concerns of our citizens and implement an action plan wherever needed in assisting this community. Professionally speaking, I am the CEO of M.O.,… [Read More]
WI Red Hatters meet in Fairhaven
The West Island Red Hatters held their monthly lunch on St. Patrick’s Day, 3/17/23, at the Bayside Lounge in Fairhaven. Terry Pereira organized the March lunch with artist Chris Smith and decided that in honor of Women’s History Month, they would have a few special guests, including Fairhaven Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison, Fairhaven Council… [Read More]
Shepherd’s Pantry recognizes community partners
By Beth David, Editor The Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet recently recognized some of its many dedicated supporters with plaques to show appreciation for the many ways they support the food pantry. “As we began 2023, we started our 23rd year helping out the less fortunate in our area,” said Director Gerry Payette in a press release. … [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Unreasonable Mom Dear Frankie, Many of my friends at the dog park have taken skiing lessons. My mom thinks it’s ridiculous that their parents have wasted “good money” on lessons for a sport that is not only ridiculously expensive but also dangerous. She feels if these parents have money to burn, they should spend it… [Read More]
It’s Scottish, not Irish, and it’s lots of fun
Fairhaven Conservation and Sustainability Agent Bruce Webb decided to “further confuse Scottish and Irish culture,” by wearing his kilt all day on St. Patrick’s Day and playing the bagpipes (which are Scottish, dontchaknow?) in front of town hall. Mr. Webb has been playing the bagpipes since he was 12 years old. He grew up in… [Read More]
Fairhaven to pursue Prop 2 1/2 override
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 3/20/23 the Fairhaven Select Board discussed possible dates for a special election to be held after Town Meeting for a ballot initiative to override Proposition 2 1/2, which limits the amount of money municipalities can raise through the tax levy (property taxes). To override Prop 2 1/2, Town… [Read More]
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