The Neighb News will give all candidates for townwide public office in Fairhaven and Acushnet a chance to get their message out. You may submit an article of approximately 500 words, with a picture, and we will publish at no charge before the election. Please contact the Neighb News as soon as possible so we… [Read More]
School district’s family center provides food for families
By Beth David, Editor Most of us know that many families rely on the meals provided by the school system to make sure children get the food they need. When school vacations come around, a lot of families have a tough time getting enough food for their growing children. The Fairhaven Public Schools Family Engagement Center… [Read More]
Fairhaven has structural deficit as much as $750K
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board heard some grim news at its meeting on 2/21/23, with the town’s new, temporary budget officer telling them the town is facing up to a $750,000 deficit in the FY24 budget.’ Fairhaven Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison introduced Rich Bienvenue, who is the Assistant Town Administrator/Finance Director for… [Read More]
BPW discusses updates on recycling center
Mary Chasse, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday 2/13/23 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed storm damage concerns on West Island, and updates to the recycling center. The board also discussed permits for Town Beach for the 2023 season. The board first met with residents and Conservation Commission members Gary Lavalette and Karen… [Read More]
Fairhaven announces EV chargers for public use
By Beth David, Editor The Town of Fairhaven announced this week that it received a $12,500 grant from MassDEP Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (EVIP) for Level 2 charging stations and two leased electric Chevrolet Bolts for Town use. The town has also installed two Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, with two ports each, so a total… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
What Happened to My Word is My Honor? Dear Frankie, My friend Harry scores a 10 when it comes to generosity. When he brings a snack to the park, half goes to me. When watching TV, I get his favorite chair. If I forget my coat, his coat becomes mine. The problem I have with… [Read More]
Scholarships Available
Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars Many different scholarships available with different requirements for graduating high school seniors. Create profile/apply online, https:// fairhaven.dollarsforscholars.org Colonial Club One $1,000 scholarship for graduate attending a two or four-year college in the fall. For Fairhaven residents only. Applications available at guidance offices. Goytizolo Scholarship One time $1,000 scholarship. The Enrique Goytizolo… [Read More]
Missing Person Initiative seeks public input on 1988 case
Press Release As part of Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III’s ongoing Missing Persons Initiative, our office, working with the Massachusetts Unresolved Unit and the Fall River Police Department, are seeking the public’s help in providing any information related to missing person, Clotilde (Arruda) Tremblay. Clotilde “Claudette” Arruda was born in St. Miguel… [Read More]
Letter_University Mental Health Services
Local Universities Should Consider Improvements to Mental Health Services Transitioning from high school to higher education is a time of newfound independence. For some students, moving away from their central support system can introduce mental health-related concerns as students work to balance academics and new responsibilities. Psychiatrists at Massachusetts General Hospital have recognized a sharp… [Read More]
Legal Notice: Acushnet ZBA
Acushnet Zoning Board of Appeals The Zoning Board of Appeals is hereby giving notice that a meeting will be held by the Board on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. in the Town Hall Meeting Room located at 122 Main Street. The following public hearing will be held 1. Case #2023.03.07A A case of Johnathan… [Read More]
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