By Beth David, Editor Acushnet held its annual car cruise, after a bit of hiatus, on Thursday, 8/29/24, in the Parting Ways Green in the center of town. Hundreds of classic and antique vehicles filled the streets and parking lots for the public to check out and chat with the owners. Music by DJ Dave… [Read More]
Teddy Bear Parade
By Beth David, Editor The Millicent Library’s annual Teddy Bear Parade on 8/31/24 had one of the largest crowds ever, with more than 250 participants, despite the date being changed from 8/17 due to rainy weather. Lynn Chumack and her daughter Kaitlyn, 25, had their favorite stuffed animals with them: 45-year-old Coco and 22-year-old Cupcake…. [Read More]
Obituary: Richard Campbell
Richard Campbell Richard W. “Rick” Campbell, 62, of Fairhaven passed away unexpectedly at home Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was the longtime companion of 23 years to Karen J. Diggins. Born in Lowell, MA, son of the late William E. Campbell and Joan Burgess, he lived in the Fairhaven area most of his life and… [Read More]
Wood School Students collect for homeless
Press Release Second grade students from the Leroy Wood School in Fairhaven donated $300 to help the homeless in their community. Under the leadership of teachers Amy Ingemi, Carol Tynan, Tess Tieu, and Paula Desrosiers, the second graders earned the money by running a school store for one week this past school year. The students… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Dear Frankie, I live in an elephant sanctuary even though I’m not an elephant. My parents run the place, so we live in a house on the grounds. I also work as a companion to an elephant named Sparkle. She is the best elephant you can imagine. Sparkle came to us five years ago from… [Read More]
Wastewater treatment plant project on schedule
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s $70 million wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) upgrade is on schedule, according to public works superintendent Vinnie Furtado. The town is also on track to receive about $12 million in loan forgiveness. The town of Mattapoisett will also pay about $12 million; the town received $1 million in ARPA (American Rescue… [Read More]
Fairhaven Select Board discusses policies, Town Counsel use
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board discussed protocols, including the use of Town Counsel, at its meeting on 8/19/24. TC Heather White briefed the board, saying that the protocol adopted by the board in 2022 requires that individual board members ask the Town Administrator to use Town Counsel. If they are denied, then… [Read More]
State Primary is this Tuesday
Fairhaven Early Voting, Remaining Dates: Mon., 8/26-Fri., 8/30, 8:30am-4:30pm, Town Hall Banquet Room, 40 Center Street. State Primary: Tues. 9/3, 7 a.m.– 8 p.m. Contact the Fairhaven Town Clerk’s office for more information, 508-979-4023, Town Hall, 40 Center St., Fairhaven. On primary day, all precincts vote at Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue. Acushnet Early In-Person… [Read More]
Quick storm dumps hail on SE Mass
A quick-moving storm dumped rain and even hail on the region and caused flash floods in some places on Monday afternoon, 8/26/24, around 2 p.m. Channel 10 reported golf-ball size hail in Mattapoisett. Video and pictures throughout SE Mass. how hail looking like a snowstorm. The dark clouds could be seen approaching, and there was… [Read More]
Residents of Alden Court got a special treat when K9 Sunny, the Acushnet Police Comfort Dog, visited on August 8. As you can see from the pictures, Sunny and her human, Officer Derek Cathcart, spread lots of cheer and brought lots of smiles to the faces of the residents. ••• Click here to download… [Read More]
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