NEW BEDFORD PARADE The public is invited to the 2021 New Bedford Veterans Day Parade. This year’s parade is being put together in a joint effort between the New Bedford Veterans’ Advisory Board, the City of New Bedford, as well as the New Bedford Veterans’ Services Department. This year’s parade will take place on Thursday,… [Read More]
Scouting for Food
Sat., 11/6, 8:00–11:00am, St. Mary’s Fairhaven parking lot, 440 Main St., Fairhaven. Please come and drop off non-perishable food donations. Troop 52 will be taking your bags and boxes and loading the trucks to benefit the Shepherd’s Pantry which serves local families in need! ••• Click here to download the entire 11/4/21 issue: 11-04-21 Storm… [Read More]
Marsh Island Cleanup
Marsh Island Cleanup, Sun., 11/7, meet at the end of Taber Street off Main Street (2 Taber Street for GPS), from 1–3:30 p.m. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a reusable water bottle. We’ll have gloves, bags and tools. Open to everyone. No advance registration. This is a Brand Audit, so we will identify… [Read More]
In-Home Vax
The city of New Bedford and state are offering in-home COVID-19 vaccinations, particularly for elderly residents or those not able to travel to a clinic. To schedule an in-home vaccination (Moderna or J&J) with the New Bedford Health Department, call the department’s main line, 508-991-6199, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. To… [Read More]
No-Name Nor’easter bashes region
By Beth David, Editor All of Massachusetts and Rhode Island got socked by a fierce nor’easter from Tuesday to Wednesday, 10/26 and 10/27, that pelted the region with strong winds and lots of rain, resulting in widespread power outages. Fairhaven and Acushnet had trees down and blocked roads, keeping public works, police and other emergency services… [Read More]
Vets day is next Thursday
Veterans Day is Thursday, 11/11, and both Fairhaven and New Bedford are holding their traditional parades. Both were canceled last year due to the pandemic. So, let’s show veterans how we missed honoring them and get out there and line the streets. Fort Taber/Fort Rodman is also hosting Veterans Day events. FAIRHAVEN PARADE Thurs., 11/11,… [Read More]
Fairhaven Town Hall employees get into the Halloween spirit
Fairhaven Town Hall employees got into the Halloween spirit on 10/3/21, with a costume parade, decorated door contest, and lots of Halloween fun. Selectboard Chairperson Bob Espindola also joined the fun as Frankie Valli (although he says he did not sing), and hung out with the Beauty School Dropout (a song from “Grease”) women. Judges… [Read More]
The Witches of West Island RIDE!
The Witches of West Island held their second annual Witches Ride on Halloween Day, 10/31/21. They rode around the island cackling, throwing candy, and otherwise engaging with the residents who dared to come out and watch. ••• Click here to download the entire 11/4/21 issue: 11-04-21 Storm Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal.
Montigny Opposes New District
On November 1, the state legislature;s Special Joint Committee on Redistricting released a proposed redistricting map for the Massachusetts congressional districts. This proposal would retain the separation between New Bedford and Fall River, leaving the Southcoast region divided. Senator Montigny opposes this proposal and has offered the following statement: “The proposal released this afternoon continues… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Alone and Scared Dear Frankie, I always thought humans were a little dramatic when they talked about being overwhelmed and traumatized. That is until it happened to me. Several weeks ago, my mom went grocery shopping. Usually, she leaves around 8 a.m. and is back by 11. When she didn’t come home by 1 o’clock, I… [Read More]
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