Are you an individual impacted by domestic violence or sexual assault? During this incredibly difficult time, we want to assure victims of sexual and domestic violence that The Women’s Center is still providing support, care and services. We recognize that times of community crisis can be especially difficult for survivors of intimate partner violence. All… [Read More]
Recycle Permits
2020 Recycle permits will be required as of May 2nd. Recycle Center hours beginning May 2nd are Monday and Wednesday 8:15–11:55 and 12:30–3:30; and Saturday 8:00– 2:00. The office is still currently closed. You may download the application from the Town’s website (https://www.fairhaven-ma.go): Boards and Commissions; Board of Public Works; Recycle Center; application is on… [Read More]
Bike Path Etiquette
Not only do we have the coronavirus to deal with, but the weather has not been the best this past month or so. That is why, when the sun decided to shine for two straight days this weekend, everyone was out. I think it’s great that folks are out there biking, walking, or doing whatever… [Read More]
Buzzards Bay Swim canceled
Press Release The Buzzards Bay Coalition has announced that the 2020 Buzzards Bay Swim will be cancelled due to the unprecedented and still-evolving conditions presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The health and well-being of our participants, volunteers, emergency personnel, staff, and our community is our top priority,” Coalition President Mark Rasmussen said in a message… [Read More]
Fairhaven Council on Aging distributes breakfast bags
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Council on Aging/ Senior Center is continuing its mission of helping seniors who may be having trouble getting food during the COVID-19 crisis. COA Director Anne Silvia and her volunteers filled 100 bags with breakfast food, enough to last 2–3 weeks for one or two people. On Saturday, 5/2/20,… [Read More]
COVID-19 update: Masks to be worn in Mass.
By Beth David, Editor On May 1, Mass. governor Charlie Baker issued an order requiring the use of face coverings in public places where social distancing is not possible, effective 5/6. The order applies to everyone over the age of two who is in public and cannot maintain a distance of six feet from others to… [Read More]
BPW discusses closing beach parking again, but…
By Mary Macedo Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Wednesday, 4/22 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed the COVID-19 pandemic and how it affects recycling center hours and closing the town parks and beaches. The board also discussed voting for a Marine Resources Representative, and discussed a Grease Trap Policy Checklist. Before the… [Read More]
DEP shuts down PJ Keating’s plans
By Beth David, Editor The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has denied a request by PJ Keating for the relocation of its hot mix asphalt operation to be considered exempt from a modification and, therefore, further review and approval by the state and the town. In a letter dated 4/28/20, the DEP stated that the… [Read More]
Happy Birthday, Terry Pereira
Terry Pereira, aka Yaya, and best known for her various roles with the West Island Improvement Association over the years, reached her 86th birthday in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, while she is pretty much being a recluse on West Island. Her friends and family arranged a drive-by, complete with fire truck leading the… [Read More]
Congratulations to Fairhaven High School seniors
Disposable cups spell out a special message to the class of 2020 on the fence in front of the football stadium at Fairhaven High School in Fairhaven, Mass., on 5/4/20. Photos by Glenn C. Silva. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 5/7/20 issue: 05-07-20… [Read More]
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