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From the editor 10-15-26

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor I’m not sure what makes me laugh more: the fact that the Susan Collins campaign spent $25K in Portland, OR, instead of Portland, ME, or the fact that someone in Oregon took the money! That’s what happens when you don’t use local people, Susan Collins.  The buffoonery is spreading. Heaven help… [Read More]

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Fire Open House entertains and educates

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Fire Department hosted the town to an open house on Saturday, 10/10/26, featuring demon­stra­tions, free stuff, and tips on fire safety. The public could get up close to fire trucks, an ambulance, and other firefighting equipment. Fire­fighters were on hand to answer questions, and kids could crawl through the smoke… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Select Board okays AI policy, closes STM warrant

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 10/13/26, the Fairhaven Select Board ­ap­proved a policy on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and closed the warrant for the Special Town Meeting (STM) scheduled for 11/17. At a previous meeting, the board had discussed an AI draft policy created by SB member Natalie Mello, who then… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Historical Commission to hold Community Forum

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release Residents, property owners, busi­ness owners, and community members are invited to attend a public forum to learn about the Town of Fairhaven’s Historic Property Survey Plan Project and provide input on historic preser­va­tion efforts through the community. The forum will be held on October 20, 2026 at 6pm in theTown Hall, 40 Center… [Read More]

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Early voting starts Saturday

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Early Voting starts on Saturday, 10/17, for the 11/3/26 state election.  Mail-in and absentee voting is already underway. The deadline to apply for mail-in voting is Tuesday, October 27, at 5 pm.  Contact your town clerk/elections office (see below for each munici­pality) for information on how to request a mail-in or absentee… [Read More]

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Fire in Fairhaven displaces 3, kills two pets

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor A fire at 216 Main Street in Fairhaven displaced three occupants and killed a dog and a cat; one dog was rescued by firefighters. According to a press release from the Fairhaven Fire Department, the call came in at 6:59 p.m. for a structure fire. When crews arrived, heavy fire was showing… [Read More]

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Wrong-Way Motorcyclist hit on Braga

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

Bristol County DA Press Release Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn, III announced a motorcyclist driving in the wrong direction who fled on foot was struck on the Braga Bridge on 10/10/26 Prior to 12:30 PM Massachusetts State Police were on Route 195 East of the Braga Bridge assisting with a dis­abled vehicle in… [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

Shoplifting Dear Frankie, What do you do when you discover your friend is a shoplifter?  Last week I saw my friend Roxy put a toy and an expen­sive collar in her backpack at the pet store.  When I told Fanny, a mutual friend of ours, Fanny said, “I’ve never seen her steal anything.” Why wasn’t… [Read More]

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No Kings March for the Vote

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

Join the millions of people nation­wide for a No Kings day of action on Saturday, 10/17. In Fairhaven, marchers will start at Town Hall and go over the bridge to NB. Participants have four options to join us Option 1: Meet at Town Hall at noon, 40 Center St., Fairhaven. Help kick off voting and… [Read More]

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Bike Path Ribbon Cutting

October 15, 2026 by Staff Writer

Phoenix Bike Trail Ribbon Cutting, Sat., 10/17, 11 a.m., Main and South Streets, Fairhaven. Special guest, State Rep. Mark Sylvia. Celebrate the resurfacing and other improvements recently completed. Refreshments. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Fairhaven Economic Development Committee and the Fairhaven Board of Public Works.   ••• Click here to download the 10/15/26 issue:… [Read More]

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