By Beth David, Editor At the first meeting of the Fairhaven Select Board after the 4/1/24 election, members chose Stasia Powers as Chair, Charlie Murphy as Vice Chair, and new member Andrew Saunders as Clerk. The board held a public hearing on the floating upweller system (FLUPSY) proposed by Blue Stream Shellfish that had been… [Read More]
Locals watch eclipse, although the 92% was still pretty light out
By Beth David, Editor In parts of northern New England, the solar eclipse reached “totality,” meaning the sun was completely blocked out by the moon passing by in the middle of the day. Around here, we had 92% and it barely got a little dark. But if you looked up (with the right eye protection,… [Read More]
Fire damages shed in Fairhaven
Press Release The Fairhaven Fire Department responded to a reported shed fire in the rear of 14 Jefferson Street. The first crew arrived at 0053 hours on 4/4/24 to find a fully involved shed fire with exposures. The fire extended to a 21 foot recreational boat and caused damage to a 2013 GMC Acadia which… [Read More]
Hetty talk fills town hall auditorium
The Fairhaven Historical Society sponsored a free author talk by Charles Slack on his book “Hetty, the Genius and Madness of America’s First Female Tycoon,” about Hetty Green. The Fairhaven Town Hall was filled to the rafters, literally, with even the balcony seats filled up, and an estimated 300+ people showing up to hear the… [Read More]
Fairhaven Food Drive fills up pantry shelves
Submitted The April Food Day drive was another success with the partnerships of the Belonging Committee, Fairhaven Rotary, and the Fairhaven Lions club! The three groups were able to have boxes across the community in businesses and municipal buildings to restock shelves at the First Congregational Church of Fairhaven’s food pantry, to help families at… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Artistically Challenged Dear Frankie, I am the odd one in my family regarding musical and artistic talent. My mom is an artist, my brother plays the piano in the junior symphony, and my dad is a graphic designer. I can’t draw a straight line or carry a tune. When asked if I am as talented… [Read More]
AHA! Celebrates Earth Day with annual parade
Press Release Ever wonder what a creature from the “Plasticine Era” might look like? Or a wardrobe containing repurposed marine debris? Now is your chance, during the annual Earth Eve Parade, which kicks off AHA! Night on Thursday, April 11th, celebrating our Sustainable South Coast. The parade, beginning with the crowning of Mother Earth and… [Read More]
Letter_Longinidis says thank you
Congratulations and Thank You Congratulations to all of you who won at town elections. Volunteering your time and energy selflessly, is an honorable and exhausting undertaking. I myself did not win but I do want to thank the 304 voters who decided to support me perhaps after reading my public statement. I’m glad you support… [Read More]
Letter Fhvn Hist Soc Force for Good
Fairhaven Historical Society – A Force for good. I wish to acknowledge the wonderful talk the Fairhaven Historical Society arranged for the benefit and enjoyment of everyone.* The speaker, Charles Slack was superb. His book, “Hetty: The Genius and Madness of America’s First Female Tycoon,” was received by an enthusiastic and eager audience. The Town Hall… [Read More]
Letter_Hetty Lecture Huge Success
Hetty Lecture was Huge Success I am writing to commend the Fairhaven Historical Society on their latest endeavor. On Thursday, April 4th, the Society hosted a lecture given by Charles Slack on the infamous Witch of Wall Street, Hetty Green.* This lecture was a huge success evidenced by the number of people who attended (over… [Read More]
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