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Greetings from the Tree Warden

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Submitted by Fairhaven Tree Warden Don C. Collasius It’s been a pretty windy month and we have been busy with downed branches. We also started a sys­tematic survey of the town looking for hazardous tree conditions starting with main roads. If you see something please let us know.  Almost every day I learn some­thing new about… [Read More]

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DeTerra announces BOH re-election bid

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Submitted by Peter DeTerra, Fairhaven Board of Health candidate for re-election Can you believe it’s already been 3 years and it’s time for me, Peter DeTerra to announce that I’m running for re-election to the Fairhaven Board of Health.  The world as we knew it has completely changed in the last several years. Public Health has… [Read More]

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March is Women’s History month

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor March is Women’s History Month, when we try to focus on the contribu­tions of women throughout history. Last month, during Black History Month, we included many women among the African American lumi­naries we highlighted. See our Feb­ruary issues for informa­tion on those African American women who made (or should have made) history. … [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Rolling Rovers Doggie Daycare Dear Frankie,  There is a new doggie day­care in our town called Rolling Rovers. It’s a day­care for dogs who can’t walk because they have bum back legs. The dogs from Rolling Rovers get around in carts outfitted with a harness for their back legs. They use their front legs (which… [Read More]

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18-wheeler plunges into the Charles

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

A tractor trailer crashed through a guard rail on a bridge in Weston and plunged into the Charles River on Saturday, 2/26/22, around noon. Dramatic video released by the State Police Association of Massachusetts shows the moment the 18-wheeler flew off the road and tumbled cab-first into the shallow water, flipped on its side, and… [Read More]

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Nomination papers available in Acushnet

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Nomination papers are available for those wishing to run for office in Acushnet.  The last day to take out papers is Wed., 2/23. Papers must be returned with the required signatures by 3/25.  The annual town election will be on Saturday, 5/14. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. All precincts vote… [Read More]

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Selectboard approves wine and beer license

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 3/1/22, the Acushnet Selectboard approved a Wine & Malt License for New England Farms, a new convenience store being built 156 & 158 Main Street and Wing Road.  A representative for the company said NE Farms is a small convenience store chain with a store in New Bedford…. [Read More]

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Letter Heroux is alternative to Hodgson

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Heroux is Alternative to Sheriff Hodgson Sheriff Thomas Hodgson compares jail inspection to meat plant inspections. Sheriff Thomas Hodgson is recently quoted as complaining that “we are inspected more than meat plants.” This is a telling statement about how he views the facilities he runs, the people they house, and the staff who work in… [Read More]

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Letter DeTerra has skill

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

DeTerra Has Skill and  Knowledge I am writing to recommend Peter Deterra for reelection to the Board of Health.  I have known Peter for 20 years as a supportive friend especially in times of need. I have nothing but positive things to say about Peter, his character and ability to serve the Town of Fairhaven… [Read More]

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Letter Correy will impress you

March 2, 2022 by Staff Writer

Correy Will Impress You Our annual town elections are in about a month, and I’m really excited for them. That shouldn’t be sur­prising here, though, right? We’re reading the Fairhaven Neighborhood News. This is the place for civic-minded, community-oriented folks to stay connected to our town. Being invested in town politics and events is pretty… [Read More]

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