Fairhaven Conservation and Sustainability Agent Bruce Webb decided to “further confuse Scottish and Irish culture,” by wearing his kilt all day on St. Patrick’s Day and playing the bagpipes (which are Scottish, dontchaknow?) in front of town hall. Mr. Webb has been playing the bagpipes since he was 12 years old. He grew up in… [Read More]
Fairhaven to pursue Prop 2 1/2 override
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 3/20/23 the Fairhaven Select Board discussed possible dates for a special election to be held after Town Meeting for a ballot initiative to override Proposition 2 1/2, which limits the amount of money municipalities can raise through the tax levy (property taxes). To override Prop 2 1/2, Town… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Planning Board*
Patrick Carr Hello Fairhaven! My name is Patrick J. Carr and I am seeking a position on the Fairhaven Planning Board. I have been a town resident since 1983 and a town business owner for over 25 years. Currently, I am a voting member on the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), as well as the… [Read More]
Scholarships Available
Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars Many different scholarships available with different requirements for graduating high school seniors. Create profile/apply online, https://fairhaven.dollarsforscholars.org Goytizolo Scholarship One time $1,000 scholarship. The Enrique Goytizolo Scholarship, awarded by the Fairhaven Historical Societ for graduating seniors attending college in the fall. Must be Fairhaven resident. Email: historicalsocietyfairhaven@gmail.com Colonial Club One $1,000 scholarship… [Read More]
The Rescue Cafe opens in Fairhaven
Press Release The Rescue Cafe is a mission based coffee shop specializing in high quality coffee & espressos, delicious baked goods. We also make Hawaiian Shaved Ice, smoothies and smoothie bowls. The Rescue Cafe was founded by Joni Rhoads in 2021 with a goal to help the local homeless animal population by donating a portion… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Soldiering On Dear Frankie, I have been Roger’s canny (canine nanny) since my mom brought him home from the hospital. Besides taking care of him, I have also been his playmate. Recently Roger has become obsessed with soldiers and war games. Last week he dressed me in a soldier suit and said I was to… [Read More]
Letter Truth is in the middle
The Truth is Somewhere in Middle. In response to Stephen Grossman’s letter (3/16/23) I actually agree that bigger government is not the answer to controlling “Short Term Rental Operations” from being over its limits in the Town of Fairhaven. What we need in government won’t be found in the measurements of too big or to… [Read More]
Letter_Vote for Monroe is for Experience
A Vote for Brian Monroe is a Vote for Experience Fairhaven voters, April 3rd is election day and I urge you to please consider voting for my friend, Brian Monroe, for another three-year term on the Fairhaven School Committee. I have known Brian for almost 10 years now from my days serving as Student… [Read More]
Letter_Gardner Understands issues
Gardner Understands Current Issues I wholeheartedly endorse Laura Gardner for the Fairhaven School Committee. She is passionate and dedicated to improving and supporting learning conditions for all students and staff. Laura Gardner understands the current issues in schools both as an educator and as a parent in the Fairhaven school system. She has been the… [Read More]
Acushnet has two contests in election
By Beth David, Editor The town of Acushnet will have two contested races on the ballot this year, with two candidates running for one seat on the Selectboard, and three candidates running for two seats on the School Committee. Eric Chew is challenging incumbent David Wojnar for a seat on the Selectboard. Mr. Wojnar served on… [Read More]
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