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West Island 5K

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Sun., 4/26, West Island 5K. Kids Mile starts at 10 a.m.; 5K starts at 11, 41 Causeway Road, Fairhaven, MA. Prizes in age and gender categories. Register at https://westisland5k.org. Kids Mile: $5; 5K, $25 before 4/15, $30 after. ••• Click here to download the 4/23/26 issue: 04-23-26 EarthDay Click here to download the Manjiro Movie… [Read More]

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Poetry Workshop

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Free event presented by the Friends of the Millicent Library, for teens and adults, Mon., 4/27, 6–8 p.m., at the Millicent Library, 45 Center St., Fairhaven. Facilitated by Sarah Kiepper, Friends of the Millicent Library member, a compliance officer, and doctoral student. To register, visit the Millicent Library calendar: https://millicentlibrary.org/events-calendar  During the first hour, participants… [Read More]

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Blessing of Bicycles

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Sun., 4/26, from 2–4 p.m., Fairhaven Fairhaven Unitarian Universalist Church, 102 Green St., Fairhaven, MA 02719. Free. Four local organizations are joining forces to host the first annual Blessing of the Bicycles, a free, family-friendly community bike event.  Presented by Fairhaven UU Church, Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.), Fairhaven Livable Streets, and SouthCoast Places for People,… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Dems

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Then ext meeting of The Fairhaven Democratic Town Committee will be on Wed., 4/29,  at The Millicent Library, in the Auditorium at 6pm. Everyone welcome to attend. 45 Center St., Fairhaven. For more info contact Fhvndems@gmail.com.  ••• Click here to download the 4/23/26 issue: 04-23-26 EarthDay Click here to download the Manjiro Movie press release:… [Read More]

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Bingo Night

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Join us for Bingo Night with Jordan Paiva, Sun., 4/26, at 4 p.m., at Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant St., New Bedford. $25/booklet per person; $10 extra card. No prize under $50! Also featuring 50/50 raffle; special scratch ticket, bring your $5 scratch ticket and $5 to… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Conservation Commission holds Earth Day event

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor The weather definitely put a damper on the Fairhaven Conserva­tion Commission’s Earth Day event at Cushman Park on 4/18/26. Cold, rainy, and windy, the day was not hospit­able for an outdoor event. That did not, however, dampen the enthusiasm of ConCom chairperson, Brandon Estrella, and his #1 helper, Colin Queen. Conservation &… [Read More]

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Fairhaven Town Meeting to vote on 29 articles, budget override

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Meeting members will face 29 articles, including an override to the budget and some bylaws changes, at the Annual TM on 5/2/26. This year, the Fairhaven Recrea­tion Center is offering free child care to Town Meeting members, and $35 for the day to other residents who want to attend, but… [Read More]

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TA & School Super explain budget

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Administrator, Keith Hickey, and Superintendent of Schools, Tara Kohler, have released a video to explain how the proposed budget will affect the school depart­ment with and without the override. Town Meeting members will vote on a balanced budget that makes cuts to several departments and funds the schools at just… [Read More]

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Two contested races in Fairhaven election

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

By Beth David, Editor Not too much has changed since our last update, but the deadlines for taking out and returning nomination papers have both passed in Fairhaven. The field is set, most likely, with only an off chance that someone could withdraw by 5/7. Two races have contested seats: Select Board and Planning Board.  Fairhaven’s… [Read More]

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Fairhaven’s Fidalgo is Rep. Ouellette’s new Legislative Aide

April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Press Release Eighth Bristol District Repre­sentative Steve Ouellette announces the hiring of Jessica Fidalgo as Legislative Aide, effective April 17, 2026, following the retirement aide Craig Dutra.  Craig Dutra joined Representative Ouellette’s office at the beginning of his term in 2025 and has been a steady presence in serving the district. He will continue his… [Read More]

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