Fairhaven had to cancel its July 4th parade and activities at Fort Phoenix due to COVID-19 restrictions, but that will not stop the town from celebrating the Independence Day on July 4. The town is creating a video, with a car parade, the raising of the big flag, interviews with town officials and residents. The… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor At another meeting that had some eyebrow-raising moments, the Board of Health met on 6/18/20 and ordered all health department employees to be in the office Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. But then, BOH member Mike Ristuccia added that anyone who is medically compromised would not, of course,… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor There is a mechanism to recall elected officials that is spelled out in the bylaws of both Fairhaven and Acushnet. The language is clearly based on state law/guidelines as both towns have similar language. In Fairhaven the procedure is spelled out in the “Special Acts” section of the town code, Section A502-4…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Hall is open to walk-in traffic, although some offices are still by appointment only. New signage at town hall asks visitors to keep to social distancing guidelines, and also point visitors to various offices. The pride flag for Lesbian/Gay/ Bisexual/Transgender/Queer pride hangs in the entrance to town hall, which also… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Indoor dining is back at Massachu­setts restaurants as of this week, as the second half of the Phase II reopening continues. Nail salons, and some other personal services businesses have also been allowed to open, but all with restric­tions.  Restaurants other services, including some retailers have been closed since mid-March to help… [Read More]