The LL Wood School in Fairhaven held its annual Veterans Day event on Wednesday, 11/8, to recognize the veterans in the lives of elementary school students. Approximately 40 veterans attended the school-wide assembly. The program included several opportunities for students to recognize veterans, including a tank-you song, and an historical piece read by student Elaine… [Read More]
Fairhaven resident selected to compete in Miss Teen pageant
By Beth David, Editor Melissa Souza is getting a lot of new experiences these days. And that’s just how she likes it. The 16-year-old Fairhaven High School student has been on a “go-for-it” roll lately. She signed up to audition for Disney and Nickelodeon just to “see what would happen.” She didn’t get chosen as… [Read More]
Sewage truck rolls over on I-195 in Fairhaven
By Beth David, Editor A sewage truck overturned on Route 195 between Alden Road and the Adams Street overpass on Thursday, 11/9, at about 3:30 p.m., causing the sewage to spill onto the roadway in the westbound lane. According to a press release by the Fairhaven Fire Department, the crash involved a pick-up truck… [Read More]
Acushnet celebrates Veterans Day
By Beth David, Editor The town of Acushnet commemorated Veterans Day with a ceremony at town hall that included a flag raising ceremony and vocals by the Ford Middle School chorus. Acushnet Selectboard chairperson Kevin Gaspar told the crowd: “We gather today to honor the men and women who have worn this nation’s uniform. More… [Read More]
Acushnet Selectboard supports South Main Street bypass idea
Pattie Pacella, Neighb News Correspondent The Acushnet Selectboard heard from Town Planner Henry Young about a potential bypass of South Main Street at its meeting on 11/14. South Main Street is a state road, for unknown reasons, and Mr. Young said that state representatives have been pushing the town to take over that stretch, which… [Read More]
From our readers
Thank God at Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is approaching, and it’s my favorite holiday for a number of reasons: I am truly grateful for family, friends, health, living in a free country, material possessions, and all the other wonderful things not mentioned. Listing what’s obvious in my thanksgiving basket is not my purpose, however. A far greater… [Read More]
Legal notice: Town of Fairhaven Tax Rate Classification hearing
TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN TAX RATE CLASSIFICATION HEARING In accordance with chapter 369 of the Acts of 1982, the Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on the issue of allocating the local property tax levy among the five property classes. The hearing will be held in the Banquet Room of the Town Hall, Fairhaven,… [Read More]
Spaghetti Supper
On Sun., 11/12, the Fairhaven High School Gridiron Club will hold its annual Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction Fundraiser at the Fairhaven Varsity Club, 9 Adams St., Fairhaven, from 4–8 p.m. Tickets, $7 and include dessert and beverage. The FHS Gridiron Club raises money throughout the year to fund football related expenses. In the past… [Read More]
Lebanese Christmas Bazaar
Our Lady of Purgatory Church annual Lebanese Christmas Bazaar, will be held on Sat., 11/11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sun., 11/12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Mary’s Pastoral Center, 115 Illinois St., New Bedford (park in St. Mary’s Church lot). Featuring traditional Lebanese foods and pastries. Free admission. Big… [Read More]
FALPT Hike
Join the Fairhaven-Acushnet Land Preservation Trust for their annual Shipyard Farm guided hike. Explore the flora and fauna of this beautiful property. Meet at 10 a.m. on Sun., 11/12, at the Shipyard Farm sign on Sconticut Neck Road. FREE. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News at: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=Y6V5ARRYH689G Click here to download the entire… [Read More]
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