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Democratic Comm Meeting

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

The next monthly meeting of the Fairhaven Democratic Town Commit­tee will be held on Wednesday, January 21st at 6pm at the Fairhaven Senior Center. We will discussing our annual caucus and future events that we will be holding. Please join us, all are welcome.  For more information please contact ann.richard@gmail.com  ••• Click here to download… [Read More]

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Black Sea Bass Meeting

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is seeking public input on preferred approaches to liberalize the state’s recreational black sea bass measures for 2026. Per recent decisions of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, a coastwide harvest increase of 20% has been authorized.   DMF will be holding a… [Read More]

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Vendors Wanted

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

Discover Fairhaven’s first lineup of events in 2025 was an absolute BANG! Thousands of residents and visitors came out to enjoy themed celebra­tions, unique vendors, and lively entertainment. And in 2026, the fun keeps rolling—with old favorites and fresh twists to make unforgettable memories in our charming coastal town. NEXT EVENT: Fairhaven’s 214th Birthday Celebration,… [Read More]

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Call for Submissions

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

New Bedford Festival Theatre announces a call for submissions for the production of JIMMY BUFFETT’S ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE. Per­formers can submit through Friday, 1/23. In-person callbacks for local performers will be held Saturday, February 7 in New Bedford, MA. Please prepare a short song in the style of the show (or from the show itself)…. [Read More]

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FHS football team recognized at state house

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release The Fairhaven High School Blue Devils Football Team, winners of the MIAA Division 6 Super Bowl Champion­ship, were honored on Wednesday, 1/7/26, with a special visit to the Massachusetts State House as guests of State Representative Mark Sylvia (D–Fairhaven) and Senator Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford). The championship team earned the title with a… [Read More]

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Fairhaven facing $1.6 million deficit

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Administrator, Keith Hickey, presented a grim pic­ture of the town’s budget to the Select Board at its meeting on 1/12/26. Chair­person Charles Murphy, and member Andrew Saunders were both absent. Mr. Hickey presented the budget calendar for FY27 and said depart­ment heads have submitted two budgets: One is a budget… [Read More]

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MLK Jr Day Events

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

Monday, 1/19/26, is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Here are some local events commemorating the day. This year’s them is Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Nonviolent Way. “This theme is more than a banner; it’s a blueprint for action,” reads The King Center websie. “It guides our programming, fuels our outreach, and… [Read More]

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ICE agent’s killing of Minneapolis mom sparks protests

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor An ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, a mother of three and award winning poet, on 1/7/26 as she drove away during an ICE operation in the streets of Minneapolis, where she lived. The shooting was captured on video by several bystanders and widely distributed… [Read More]

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Fairhaven police arrest one in Cherry Street stabbings

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

Fairhaven Detectives have made one arrest in the multi person stab­bing. After a thorough investigation Gavin Massas, 21 years old of New Bedford, has been placed into custody. He is being charged with Assault and Battery with Dangerous Weapon (Firearm), Two counts of Assault to Murder With a Firearm, Assault and Battery Dangerous Weapon (Knife),… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Police investigate pedestrian accident

January 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release The Fairhaven Police Department and law enforcement partners are investigating a serious crash involv­ing a pedestrian.  On Saturday, Jan. 10, at 6:02 p.m., the Fairhaven Police and Fire Depart­ments were dispatched to the area of Howland Road and Garrison Street for a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.  First… [Read More]

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