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Assonet Judge Confirmed to State’s Highest Court
Assonet Judge Confirmed to State’s Highest Court
Judge Elspeth "Ellie" Cypher of Assonet was unanimously confirmed to the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts by the Governor's Council on Wednesday. The 58-year-old former Bristol County prosecutor will replace Justice Margot Botsford, who will reach the mandatory retirement age of 70 this month...
Assonet Man Arraigned
Assonet Man Arraigned
FREETOWN - An Assonet man is arraigned following his involvement in a deadly crash in Freetown last week. According to police, 47-year-old Edward Benfeito was in his car chasing his friend, 36-year-old Jennifer Bartlett, in her car at high speeds late Friday night...
Freetown "Ambush" Party
Freetown "Ambush" Party
The town of Freetown is ready to take action against the organizers of an out-of-control house party that happened over the weekend. After the party of well over 1,000 people took over a neighborhood, the Freetown Board of Selectmen held a meeting on Monday to inform angry residents about possible punishments, and how to prevent it from happening again...
Assonet Residents Challenge DEP
Assonet Residents Challenge DEP
Some Assonet residents may go to court to challenge a state permit awarded to a scrap steel company looking to locate at the end of Ridge Hill Road. The Westport-based Excel Recycling, LLC. was recently granted  a junk handler's permit by a 2-1 vote of the Freetown Board of Selectmen...
Best Under The Radar Area Campsites
Best Under The Radar Area Campsites
Camping in Massachusetts is an endless adventure! Explore the whaling ports and beaches along our 1800 miles of coastline. Step back into history in our museums and historic villages. Become a pioneer, or a pilgrim for a day. Sample the arts, elegance, and cultural heritage...

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