By Beth David, Editor We’ve got a little bit of hometown pride in this week’s issue. See page 12 for the scoop on local filmmaker Alyssa Botelho’s latest venture. She is onto her next film and she could use a little boost from her hometown cronies. This one is based on a real person. local… [Read More]
Film Soiree supports local talent
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven filmmaker Alyssa Botelho is starting another project. And with a $10,000 grant from New Bedford Creative, she’s well on her way to making it a reality. “Sweet Freedom” is a 25 minute film based on local historical figure Mary “Polly” Johnson, a prolific 19th century abolitionist and confectioner from New… [Read More]
Fairhaven introduces new town planner
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison formally introduced the town’s new Director of Planning and Economic Development, Paul DiGiuseppe, at the Select Board meeting on 8/21/23. Ms. Ellison said he has “many, many years of planning and economic development.” He comes to Fairhaven from Middleborough, where he was Director of Economic… [Read More]
OLOA Feast
Feast of Our Lady of Angels, September 2, 3, 4, Our Lady of Angels Feast Grounds, 7 Jesse St., Fairhaven. Sat. 5 p.m.-Midnight, Sun. Noon – Mid., Mon. Noon – 10 p.m. Procession on Main St. Monday at 1 p.m. followed by auction. A traditional Portuguese “festa” with live music, game booths, Portuguese & American… [Read More]
WIIA Breakfast
Join the West Island Improvement Association for buffet breakfast on Sun., 9/3, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., WI Community Center, 41 Causeway Rd., West Island, Fairhaven. Includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, fruit, cereal, coffee and juice. $10/adults, $5/children under 12. Tickets at door. Accessible ••• Click here to download the 8/31/23 issue: 08-31-23 FilmSoiree Support… [Read More]
Dance Party
Riverside Beats, a series of two inclusive outdoor dance parties, is returning to Riverside Park this summer! Organized by local dance music crew New Moon Dance Party, Riverside Beats will feature multiple DJs bringing house, disco, funk, and techno vibes to the edge of the Acushnet River. Remaining date is: Sun., 9/3, 4–8 p.m. (rain… [Read More]
Old Stone Schoolhouse
After a brief hiatus, The Old Stone Schoolhouse, located at 40 North Street in Fairhaven, MA, will reopen to the public on select Saturdays through the rest of 2023. Opening hours will be 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on the following dates: September 2nd, 16th, and 30th; October 21st, November 4th & 18th, and December… [Read More]
Internet Survey
To further its digital equity efforts, the Town of Fairhaven is pleased to collaborate with the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) on a residential survey. All households are encouraged to complete the survey which is intended to assess internet accessibility, device and technical support availability, service affordability, and digital education needs within the community. Data gathered… [Read More]
CPC Accepting Apps
The Fairhaven Community Preservation Committee is accepting applications for the FY25 funding round. The FY25 Community Preservation Submission Guidelines and Application Forms are available on the Town’s Community Preservation Committee Webpage – https://www.fairhaven-ma.gov/community-preservation-committee. The public hearing for the FY25 Community Preservation Plan will be held on Wednesday 9/20/23. Since 2006, the Fairhaven CPC has appropriated… [Read More]
Veteran of the Year nominations
The Board of Directors of the Southeastern Mass. Veterans Housing Program, Inc., known as Veterans Transition House (VTH), is welcoming nominations for the 2023 Veteran of the Year Award sponsored by BankFive. The Veteran of the Year Award is presented to a regional veteran in recognition of their outstanding contributions to veterans, veterans’ issues, and… [Read More]
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