The City of New Bedford’s Department of Community Services has partnered with the Department of Transitional Assistance and UMass Medical School to help adult residents in the Greater New Bedford area apply for SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly known as food stamps) which gives individuals and families money to buy food at grocery… [Read More]

Are you an individual impacted by domestic violence or sexual assault? During this incredibly difficult time, we want to assure victims of sexual and domestic violence that The Women’s Center is still providing support, care and services. We recognize that times of community crisis can be especially difficult for survivors of intimate partner violence. All… [Read More]

2020 Recycle permits will be required as of May 2nd. Recycle Center hours beginning May 2nd are Monday and Wednesday 8:15–11:55 and 12:30–3:30; and Saturday 8:00– 2:00. The office is still currently closed. You may download the application from the Town’s website (https://www.fairhaven-ma.go): Boards and Commissions; Board of Public Works; Recycle Center; application is on… [Read More]

Not only do we have the coronavirus to deal with, but the weather has not been the best this past month or so. That is why, when the sun decided to shine for two straight days this weekend, everyone was out. I think it’s great that folks are out there biking, walking, or doing whatever… [Read More]

Press Release The Buzzards Bay Coalition has announced that the 2020 Buzzards Bay Swim will be cancelled due to the unprecedented and still-evolving conditions presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.  “The health and well-being of our participants, volunteers, emergency personnel, staff, and our community is our top priority,” Coalition President Mark Rasmussen said in a message… [Read More]