By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Meeting members will face 29 articles, including an override to the budget and some bylaws changes, at the Annual TM on 5/2/26. This year, the Fairhaven Recreation Center is offering free child care to Town Meeting members, and $35 for the day to other residents who want to attend, but… [Read More]
TA & School Super explain budget
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Administrator, Keith Hickey, and Superintendent of Schools, Tara Kohler, have released a video to explain how the proposed budget will affect the school department with and without the override. Town Meeting members will vote on a balanced budget that makes cuts to several departments and funds the schools at just… [Read More]
Two contested races in Fairhaven election
By Beth David, Editor Not too much has changed since our last update, but the deadlines for taking out and returning nomination papers have both passed in Fairhaven. The field is set, most likely, with only an off chance that someone could withdraw by 5/7. Two races have contested seats: Select Board and Planning Board. Fairhaven’s… [Read More]
Fairhaven’s Fidalgo is Rep. Ouellette’s new Legislative Aide
Press Release Eighth Bristol District Representative Steve Ouellette announces the hiring of Jessica Fidalgo as Legislative Aide, effective April 17, 2026, following the retirement aide Craig Dutra. Craig Dutra joined Representative Ouellette’s office at the beginning of his term in 2025 and has been a steady presence in serving the district. He will continue his… [Read More]
Obituary: Thomas J. Tyson
Thomas J. Tyson Thomas J. Tyson, 80, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Born on May 18, 1945, in New Bedford, Thomas lived in Fairhaven for many years and was a current resident of Mattapoisett. He was the son of the late Joseph and Leonora (DeMello) Tyson. Thomas earned a Bachelor’s degree in… [Read More]
Wicked Whaleboat Challenge slated for 5/2
Press Release Rowers, spectators, and waterfront enthusiasts are invited to kick off the spring season with one of the region’s most unique maritime events: the Wicked Whaleboat Challenge, set for Saturday, and open to the public, May 2, at Pope’s Island Marina, 102 Pope’s Island (Rte. 6), New Bedford. Race day begins with an 8 a.m…. [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Love in Bloom Dear Frankie, Spring has sprung, and love is in full bloom at the dog park. Wherever I look, it seems there is another couple gazing into one another’s eyes, rubbing heads, and wagging their tails in synch. It is heartwarming and, at the same time, heartbreaking. I used to be one of… [Read More]
Letter Oppression or Opportunity
Oppression, or Opportunity? O, yes! the people of Fairhaven are wise, realizing that our majority Living options and opportunities, has taken a spoil. Our current Housing Market has caused a flood against our own Massachusetts zoning laws, and Fairhaven’s 2040 Master Plan. Zoning laws and Master Plans that lawfully declare housing opportunities, for all income… [Read More]
Letter Where is the Outcry for the Children
Where is the Outcry for the Children? When I walk past the Rogers School, the library, or gaze up at the “Castle on the Hill” that is Fairhaven High, I am reminded of Henry Huttleston Rogers, a man who believed education should be our town’s highest priority. He didn’t merely say it; he gave us schools… [Read More]
Letter-Fairhaven Does Not Need an Overrride
Fairhaven Does Not Need an Override To the tax payers of Fairhaven. There is no need for an override this year!! The 500k buffer for the schools is not needed, by their own words they turn back money almost every year. As the budget moved along the schools were 18k above Net School Spending (NSS)…. [Read More]
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