The West Island Improvement Association will hold its annual canidates’ night on Wed., 3/28, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) at the WIIA Community House, 41 Causeway Rd., Fairhaven. Refreshments will be served. Come share your views and listen to the issues. Be sure to VOTE on Monday, 4/2!! ••• Support local journalism, donate… [Read More]
Bunny Shoot
Target contest for all ages. Perfect for kids to learn about firearms. No license required. Adult supervision. Food, fun and prizes (Easter baskets, not bunnies). All profits benefit Troop 3 for camp scholarships. Sun., 3/25, noon–4 p.m., New Bedford Rifle and Revolver Club, 246 Bolton St., New Bedford. $1/target, 3 shots/target. Juvenile rifles provided. Call… [Read More]
OBRIGADO! Officials from Fairhaven and Lagoa Sister City sign agreement
By Beth David, Editor Thank-you, thank-you, obrigado and obrigado, rang out in the banquet room at Fairhaven Town Hall as Selectboard members and officials from the town’s newest sister city, Lagoa, St. Michael, Azores, met to sign the Friendship Pact, exchange small gifts, and enjoy pastries and refreshments on Monday, 3/19. The group also included representatives… [Read More]
John Cooke history lesson does not settle burial question
By Beth David, Editor Christoper Richard never pretended he could end the controversy about where John Cooke is buried. He has plenty of material to debunk the theory that John Cooke was buried at Cooke Memorial Park, he even tracked down when the rumor started. But he also admits that no one knows where he is… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Fairhaven Board of Health
Barbara Acksen I am Dr. Barbara Acksen, candidate for the Board of Health. I previously served on the Board and found the work compelling, and wish to serve once again. As a healthcare professional for over 40 years, I am passionate and committed to the important work of the Board to safeguard the town’s health… [Read More]
BPW hears from residents about roadwork
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday, 2/5 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works met with a few residents about issues they have with the FY19 choices for road work. The aboard also discussed plans for the recycling center. Vice Chair Brian Wotton chaired the meeting because because chairperson Mike Ristuccia was… [Read More]
Wood School Wonderings
By Beth David, Editor Students at the Leroy L. Wood Elementary School continue to wonder about the world around them. Then they are taking those wonderings to learn about the things that made them wonder. It is an “inquiry based approach to learning,” that gets students engaged and excited about learning, according to principal Amy Hartley-Matteson…. [Read More]
Winner of Lions Peace Poster announced; call for entries
Press Release For the last 31 years, Lions Clubs around the world have proudly sponsored the Lions International Peace Poster Contest in local schools and youth groups. This art contest for kids encourages young people worldwide to express their visions of peace. The Fairhaven Lions Club proudly announces their Peace Poster winner for 2017: Olivia… [Read More]
FHS Cheerleaders win New Englands
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Acushnet Selectboard has spirited discussion on TM articles
By Pattie Pacella, Neighb News Correspondent Tensions ran high at the Acushnet Selectboard meeting on Tuesday, 3/20, when Selectboard members had their first draft review of the 54 articles on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting. The board first had a discussion on Article 17, which asks the Town to accept Massachusetts General Law Chapter… [Read More]
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