United Way of Greater New Bedford is establishing the Help United Fund to be activated in times of crisis including the current COVID-19 pandemic. This fund is a dedicated resource for working families and organizations affected by COVID-19. Mobilizing United Way’s broad network of nonprofit agencies, the Help United Fund will provide a flexible source… [Read More]
Digital Library
You may access the whole digital collection of your local library, using your library card. SAILS Library Network has digitized the concept of physical reading rooms by creating a specialized eReading Room of magazines at https://sails.overdrive.com/library/magazines and on Libby (https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby/). SAILS Library Network’s digital collection offers thousands of ebooks, audiobooks and magazines in a variety… [Read More]
WHALE Virtual Tours
WHALE (Waterfront Historic Area League) is excited to launch a new live virtual tour series on our Instagram throughout the month of April. We hope these weekly tours help us stay connected to our historic past and exciting future. The schedule for virtual tours is: • Friday, April 3 at 10:00: 1060 Pleasant Street Take a… [Read More]
NE Aquarium Free Online
The New England Aquarium in Boston is posting free educational videos and virtual tours every day at 11 a.m. Visit https://www.neaq.org for more information, or https://www.facebook.com/NewEnglandAquarium ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 4/2/20 issue: 04-02-20 MealsOnWheels
Teddy Bear Hunt
Residents of Fairhaven have started to participate in the Teddy Bear hunt. They have placed Teddy Bears in their windows and strategic places in their yards. Parents trying to find ways to get the kids out of the house, but still maintain social distancing, will especally enjoy this fun and harmless pastime. HINT: Start on… [Read More]
Fishing is OPEN
The Mass. Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) has become aware of rumors and a fabricated Facebook post, appearing to come from DMF, that state commercial and recreational fishing have been closed due to the Covid-19 public emergency. This is not true! Commercial and recreational fishing remain open in Massachusetts. Visit DMF’s verified Facebook page or website… [Read More]
Meals on Wheels still rolls during pandemic
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Meals on Wheels program is still rolling. Anne Silvia, Fairhaven’s Council on Aging Director, wants seniors to know that their meals are still being delivered during the pandemic restrictions. She also said that any Fairhaven senior who is not on the list but wants to have meals delivered, should call… [Read More]
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) update: restrictions in place to 5/4
By Beth David, Editor Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has extended COVID-19 restrictions on non-essential businesses throughout the state to May 4. The Department of Health’s Stay-At-Home Advisory remains in effect; schools remain closed. Residents are asked to stay at home, not gather in groups, and stay at least six feet away from each other when venturing… [Read More]
BPW discusses multiple Recycling Center issues
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Wednesday, 3/25 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works met with the landfill engineer about the new recycling center location, and also discussed recycling center hours during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the state mandated restrictions the meeting was held at Town Hall and was broadcast on… [Read More]
Food pantry still operating, but call first
By Beth David, Editor The Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet has seen a significant drop in the number of people using the pantry on Saturdahy mornings. Director Gary Payette said he believes it is because people are afraid of coming into close contact with other people as they try to adhere to the guidelines of social distancing… [Read More]
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