By Beth David, Editor The VFW hall in Fairhaven was full of people and excitement on 10/27/24 to show support and raise funds for Commander Jeff Cardoza, who suffered a stroke last May. Mr. Cardoza also had a series of complications throughout the summer, slowing his recovery, but he was at the event, looking good… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor VFW Post 2892 in Fairhaven is closing its doors for good. The organization has been struggling for quite a few years, with veterans George Brownell and Jeff Cardoza stepping up about 12 years ago to save the post. Mr. Cardoza has been the commander for most of those years. He has… [Read More]

Submitted by Rick Trapilo, Fairhaven Planning Board member Dear Selectboard: I sent the following email to the honorable Mayor Mitchell 2+ weeks ago. The letter references a severe problem, a model solution and funding to start a design concept. I have no response to date.  I request my correspondence be recorded in your next meeting. Would… [Read More]

From the Fairhaven Public Schools Join us in congratulating Elizabeth I. Hastings Middle School 7th grader Oliver Brodo! Oliver’s poster was recently selected by The Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket Steamship Authority’s “Sail into Imagination” poster contest.  More than 50 students across the region submitted original artwork for the competition. Oliver’s “Southcoast Dreams,” joins… [Read More]

Halloween Candy Dear Frankie, My friends and I talked about the kind of Halloween Candy we like. Snickers and Milky Ways were the favorites, but Skittles, M&M’s, and Reese’s Pieces were up there.  Josie said her older brother Roger told her that besides Halloween candy being bad for your teeth, it could also make you… [Read More]