The New Bedford Whaling Museum will officially unveil a work of public art honoring two historic SouthCoast women who were chosen by the community, during a virtual event on Thursday, August 13 from 5:30-6:00 p.m. Local artist Alyn Carlson created the artwork featuring educator Marial Harper (1934-2016) and community leader Jennie Horne (1920-1998). The artwork… [Read More]
Virtual Vessel Tour
Fishing Heritage Center Reopens We are re-open to the public! Our hours are Thursday- Sunday, 10:00am- 4:00pm. Visitation is limited to 10 guests at a time, social distancing protocols are followed, and masks are required of guests, volunteers, and staff. The Center is air conditioned and recently installed an air purification system as an added… [Read More]
From the Editor 8-13-20
Oh my. The drama in Fairhaven is getting pretty ridiculous. Really, people, can’t you all just take a step back and get over yourselves? Now the Board of Health gives the brand new, right-out-of-college kid the step 3 rate instead of step 1. Hmmm….isn’t this the same crowd always screaming that the town is going… [Read More]
Mayflower II surprises the locals
The Mayflower II, the full scale replica of the ship that brought European settlers to the New World in 1620, rode out tropical storm Isaias in New Bedford Harbor last week, giving locals a surprise chance to see the ship up close. The Mayflower II stayed in the area for a few days, and on… [Read More]
Board of Health warned about use of executive session
By Jean Perry, Neighb News Correspondent Fairhaven Town Counsel Thomas Crotty cautioned the Fairhaven Board of Heath about holding an executive session after the board’s 8/10 meeting, saying any discussion about personnel matters involving Health Agent Mary Freire-Kellogg without her present could be “fodder for litigation.” Facing the board are two important matters, said Mr. Crotty:… [Read More]
Arrest made in gunfire incident
Press Release FAIRHAVEN — Lt. Kevin Kobza reports that the Fairhaven Police Department arrested and charged a man who fired a gunshot near two men during an altercation last week. Sean Reilly, 23, of Montgomery, AL, was arrested and charged with Discharging a Firearm Within 500 Feet of a Building, Assault by Means of a… [Read More]
COVID-19 update: Restrictions tightened; Fhvn Schools update
By Beth David, Editor Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker paused the Phase III reopening of the state due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases and an increase in the positive test rate to just over 2%. The Governor also tightened up some of the restrictions that had been loosened. Public gatherings are now capped at 50, not… [Read More]
Brotherhood ride honors fallen first responders
By Beth David, Editor The Southern New England Brotherhood Ride is only in its third year, and has been hit by the pandemic, just like every other event this year. But that did not stop organizers from holding the event, which honors first responders who paid the ultimate price in the past year in Massachusetts, Connecticut… [Read More]
GNB Voc-Tech holds graduation pandemic style
By Beth David, Editor Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School held its graduation ceremony outside on Saturday, 8/8, with strict adherence to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions. Each senior could only invite two guests. Each family unit was separated from others, masks were required, and graduates were kept six feet apart throughout the ceremony. The… [Read More]
So…that’s what those things are
By Beth David, Editor You’ve probably seen them as you’ve driven by Alden Court on Alden Road in Fairhaven: Large contraptions with petal-like panels that splay out in the sun and move. Yup, you were right, they were facing the other way when you drove by in the morning, just a few hours ago. They are… [Read More]
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