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Election results
By Beth David, Editor Voters across the country went to the polls on 11/3/26 for the midterm elections, choosing senators, representatives in congress, and state and local seats. In Mass., voters cast votes for statewide races, including Governor and Lt. Governor; state…
Acushnet Police Department promotes three
From Acushnet Police Department Facebook Page [Acushnet Police] Chief Gary Coppa and the members of the Acushnet Police Department are proud to announce the promotion of three outstanding officers by the Acushnet Board of Selectmen, marking an exciting and historic milestone for…
Veterans Parades
Acushnet Veterans Parade* CHANGED to Ceremony only The Acushnet Veterans Day Parade scheduled for Sat., 11/7. Has been canceled due to the rain. The ceremony at the Acushnet American Legion, 71 Hope Street, will be held at the American Legion at 11am. *UPDATED Friday, 11/6/26…
Legal Notice Acushnet Conservation Comm
ACUSHNET CONSERVATION COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Acushnet Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall Meeting Room, located at 122 Main Street, Acushnet, Mass. A…
Mark Sylvia glides to victory over Brendalee Smith in 10th Bristol rep race
The incumbent, who represents Fairhaven, Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester and parts of New Bedford and Acushnet, secures his second term in office.
Republican Candidates Night
For the first time, the Republican Town and City Committees of Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Fairhaven, Acushnet, New Bedford, Dartmouth and Westport are joining together to host a Southcoast Meet the Candidates Night on Thurs., 10/22 The event will be held at the Knights of…
Pork Roast Dinner
Harvest pork roast dinner for all! Sat., 10/17, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church at Lunds Corner, 2195 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford. All welcome. Featuring dinner and raffle. Tickets $15 adult, 4 for $50, children under 5 free ••• Click here to download the 10/15/26 issue…
Pawtoberfest
Sun., 10/18, Noon–5 p.m., Diamond In The RUFF, 211 Middle Road, Acushnet, MA. Featuring 30+ Amazing Local Vendors, Delicious Food Trucks, DJ & Music, Dog Costume Contest, Shopping, Fun & So Much More! ••• Click here to download the 10/15/26 issue: 10-15-26 FireOpenHouse Support…
Legal Notice DEP Waterways Regulation Program
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION WATERWAYS REGULATION PROGRAM Notice of License Application pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 91 Application Number 26-WW01-0118-APP Applicant: James L. & Renee P. Novakoff Project Location: 10 Oxford Street, Acushnet River, Fairhaven, Bristol…
Legal Notice Acushnet Selectboard Pole hearing
TOWN OF ACUSHNET PUBLIC HEARING The Acushnet Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing at its meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the meeting room in Town Hall, located at 122 Main St., Acushnet, MA. This hearing is on the petition of NSTAR ELECTRIC…
Acushnet boy raises money to benefit A Wish Come True after watching his sister beat cancer
Nine-year-old Jack Leandro's neighbors in Acushnet are probably used to the sound of hockey pucks firing at all hours of the day: Over the last two years, Jack has shot more than 21,000 of them in his driveway.
Volunteer for a town committee
By Beth David, Editor Cities and towns rely on volunteers to serve on a variety of appointed boards and committees. Some committees meet frequently, such as the Finance Committee during budget season, and others meet only once a month. Some require learning a lot about bylaws…
Free Movies
At Acushnet Library The following events are at the Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Road. Visit https://acupl.org • Saturday, October 10 @ 12 pm – IN THE WHALE – The Greatest Fish Story Ever Told – a feature-length film about a Cape Cod lobster diver who was swallowed by a…
Motorcycle Run
Smoke Chrome for Veterans motorcycle run, Sun., 10/11, American Legion Post 265, 71 Hope St., Acushnet. Ride, eat, rock, give back. $25 for ride & BBQ, $15 for BBQ only. Public welcome. Kickstands up at 11 a.m. Live music starting at 2 p.m. Rain or shine. Featuring Hogs for…
Rochester Select Board Puts Pause on Flock Cameras
Rochester paused police Flock license plate cameras for 30 days over privacy concerns, joining SouthCoast towns like Dartmouth and New Bedford.
21-year-old motorcycle rider who died from injuries in Bristol County motorcycle crash remembered as gifted athlete, selfless spirit
A local motorcycle rider who died from injuries sustained in a crash is being remembered as services are announced. Acushnet Police and Fire Departments responded to the intersection of South Main Street and Jean Street for a report of a motor vehicle versus motorcycle accident…
New Homes Break Ground At New Bedford’s Acushnet Heights, Vocational Students Will Help Build Them
Three New Homes in City’s Acushnet Heights Neighborhood will be First Habitat Projects in New Bedford. NEW BEDFORD – Mayor Jon Mitchell and other officials joined Buzzards Bay Habitat for Humanity as the organization broke ground today on three new houses to be built on the…
One seriously injured in Acushnet Motorcycle accident
Acushnet Fire Department Press Release Acushnet Police and Fire Departments responded to the intersection of South Main Street and Jean Street for a report of a motor vehicle versus motorcycle accident on Thursday evening, 9/24/26, at approximately 9:14 p.m. On arrival, first…
Ouellette announces re-election run in state’s 8th Bristol Race
Press Release Some people enter public service to make speeches, I got into public service to solve problems. For more than twenty years, I had the privilege of serving Westport on the Selectboard and SRPEDD. I spent thirty years working in the Dartmouth and Acushnet Public…
Acushnet’s St. Gelais gets on ballot in state’s 8th Bristol Race
Press Release Jesse St. Gelais of Acushnet has officially secured the Republican nomination for State Representative in Massachusetts’ 8th Bristol District after winning the September 1 Republican primary. St. Gelais received 1,860 votes, or 63.5 percent of the vote…
ORR Gala
The Old Rochester Regional Tri-Town Education Foundation invites the community to attend its inaugural Fall Gala on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, at Century House in Acushnet. The evening includes a cocktail hour and curated silent auction, featuring unique local experiences, vacation…
Mitchell: Come Back to The Ave After ICE Operations
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell urges support for Acushnet Avenue businesses following recent ICE immigration arrests in the city's Near North End.