One Acushnet obituary was published during the week of June 22–28, 2026: Pacheco, Antonio M., 83, of Acushnet, who died June 24, 2026. Arrangements were under the care of Rock Funeral Home, New Bedford.
Acushnet Board of Selectmen confirms $1 million state transportation bond deposit for Slocum Street, eliminating a planned $1.5 million borrowing.
Acushnet Conservation Commission Chairman James Souza resigned at the close of the June 24 meeting, saying a phone call with a selectman following a Saturday site visit left him concluding his conduct had become an embarrassment.
Acushnet Board of Health conditionally approved a one-bedroom ADU at 47 Pershing Avenue, requiring a new 1,500-gallon two-compartment septic tank before occupancy.
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Acushnet Planning Board unanimously endorses lot line adjustment at former Main Street animal hospital.
ACUSHNET -- June 18, 2026, Acushnet Planning Board unanimously approves lot-line adjustment clearing the way for a Main Street animal hospital sale. The board voted without objection Thursday to accept an Approval Not Required
Acushnet Board of Selectmen adopts $38.2 million FY27 budget and awards five-year trash contract to E.L. Harvey and Sons.
Acushnet Board of Health approves septic variances at 15 Mary Drive and interviews a health agent candidate, with one board member absent.
Acushnet Conservation Commission sends Hunter Street wetland case to peer review after site visit uncovers multiple violations.