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Recall election is Monday

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

The Fairhaven special town election is scheduled for Monday, 7/26 The field is set, with three candi­dates on the ballot: Leon Corry, Cameron Durant, Stasia Powers.  The ballot will have a question asking voters if they want to recall Select Board member Daniel Freitas, with a “yes” or “no” vote. Then voters will be asked… [Read More]

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Hello from the Fairhaven Tree Department

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

Submitted Sorry to have been out of touch for a bit but we have been busy with trying to spend end of year funds removing dead and diseased trees as well as finish this year’s planting. Any funds I had for that not spent by June 30 would have been lost. We have removed about… [Read More]

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Fairhaven HS 1961 grads have 60th annual get-together

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

The ladies of the Fairhaven High School class of 1961 celebrated their 60th reunion with a luncheon at Seaport Inn and Marina on 76/25/21. They traveled from across the country to celebrate their long friendships. “We were a special class, reuniting every year, but this one is a big one!” wrote Betsy Lebeau to the… [Read More]

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New Book by HHR descendant exposes family scandals

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

Press Release Andrew Coe’s latest book, “Pirate’s Gold: A Gilded Age Saga of Family, Money and (Maybe) Murder,” tells the story behind one of America’s greatest old money fortunes, unveiling the colorful lives, scandals and tragedies of Fairhaven’s Rogers family. Heavily illustrated, “Pirate’s Gold” unreels like one of those old pre-Code Hollywood movies. The Rogers… [Read More]

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Dear Frankie

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

When is a Family a Family? Dear Frankie,  My family and I were in the Texas flood. The water had risen to the second story of our house by the time the rescue boat arrived. My parents and sib­lings had to climb out the window on the second floor to get into the boat. When… [Read More]

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Letter: Espindola Supports Powers

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

I appreciate all three candidates who have put themselves out there for this special election. It is not easy to do what they are doing. And would look forward to working with any one of them. I am writing in support of Stasia Powers. There has been enough divisive­ness in Fairhaven recently and I believe… [Read More]

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Letter: Durant Explains His Plans

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

As Election Day approaches, I would like to share my vision of the Town and some of the great accomplishments we can achieve together. Our Future Starts With a Strong Base: All residents of Fairhaven are the owners of the Town; they have a right to be heard and to have the best services provided. The Select Board… [Read More]

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Letter: Manzone Supports Durant

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

While I do realize there is an upcoming recall vote, I do understand Town Meeting voted to expand our existing Select Board members to five. I will say we do have a group of good people interested in serving in this capacity. I would like to recom­mend Cam Durant for a position on the board…. [Read More]

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Letter: School Committee Chair supports turf choice, recall

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

As the Chair of the Fairhaven School Committee (SC), I have stayed out of the recall. I felt it was inappropriate given my role. Unfortunately, due to the climate in town, I feel I have no choice but to say something.  Fairhaven taxpayers may agree or disagree with how the SC expends funds. MGL Chapter… [Read More]

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Letter: Terry Pereira Supports Durant

July 21, 2021 by Staff Writer

In my 87 years, I never thought I would get the opportunity to write a letter of support for my grandson, “the candidate.” I have enjoyed being involved in many aspects of the Town, as a past President of the West Island Improvement Association, Recording Secretary of the Fairhaven Improvement Association, and a proud Red… [Read More]

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