The Boys of Summer emerged from their hibernation on Sunday afternoon at Pope Park in Acushnet. The Fairhaven/Acushnet 11U Bolts hosted the Brian Rose Baseball 11U Bulldogs for a pre-season scrimmage game on a perfect afternoon for baseball. Temperatures were in the low 60’s, the sun was shining, and spirits were high as Spring was… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Fairhaven School Committee/2 seats
Erik Andersen Hello Fairhaven, My name is Erik Andersen, and I am running for re-election for the Fairhaven School Committee. I was honored four years ago when I was elected to serve this Town as your School Committee representative. During my tenure, we have achieved milestones like Unified Sports, State recognition for our AP Department,… [Read More]
What is White Christian Nationalism?
By Beth David, Editor What is White Christian Nationalism? The political ideology has made its way into our local election this cycle, with people here making the same mistake as nationally: confusing this political ideology with Christianity. White Christian Nationalism (WCN) is not the practice of Christianity, it is a political belief that America should… [Read More]
Candidate Events
This section is for Acushnet and Fairhaven candidates to announce free events. Submit your listing up to 100 words to NeighbNews@comcast.net. Include the kind of event it is, e.g., meet-and-greet; the day and date; time; location, including full address. Fund-raising events can be promoted in paid ads. Visit our website to download a rate card… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Military Family Dear Frankie, I come from a canine and human military family. My dad was a major in the army and my two siblings, King and Duke, served in the canine army corps. King was a bomb sniffer. He served for 10 years and retired as a decorated hero. Duke worked with the military… [Read More]
Old Fairhaven Photos Needed
The Fairhaven Historical Society is looking for old photographs of Fairhaven restaurants from the past that no longer exist. Interior or exterior shots are welcome. If anyone would like to submit one to us for an upcoming Fairhaven Historical Society free summer event we would love to use them! Please either submit them via private… [Read More]
Letter_Espindola Supports Powers
Espindola Supports Powers The Mission Statement of the Planning Board, as written on the Town website, reads “The Planning Board studies the resources and needs of the Town, particularly conditions affecting public welfare and safety related to land use and development. The Board uses the Master Plan and related processes to plan and make recommendations… [Read More]
Letter_Ken Blanchard Supports Trapilo
Ken Blanchard Supports Trapilo I don’t usually write endorsements however, I felt compelled to share my opinion for this particular select board race. Let me first say, I have lived in Fairhaven for thirty-five years. I worked for the City of New Bedford for near forty years, most of which as a department head, leading… [Read More]
Letter_Mello Has What it Takes
Mello Has What it Takes It’s harder than ever to find good people who care about the Town to make the commitment to serve as a member of the Select Board. Long meetings, tough decisions and frequent criticism don’t make it an ideal volunteer opportunity. But still, we are fortunate that there are individuals in… [Read More]
Letter_Ochoa Understands the Needs of Students
Ochoa Understands the Needs of Students I support Kelly Ochoa for Fairhaven’s school committee and urge the residents of Fairhaven to vote for Kelly Ochoa on April 7th! I have known Kelly for many years in multiple capacities: • As a professional educator, a public-school classroom teacher who understands the needs of today’s students and family… [Read More]
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