By Beth David Editor This year’s graduating class at Fairhaven High School received much praise for breaking records during their entire four years at the school, culminating in nearly $4 million in scholarships. Class Salutatorian Elizabeth Rodericks told her classmates that they had many memories from many days at school. She said they should remember… [Read More]
Selectboard recognizes Det. Cudmore; stalls EPA access
By Beth David Editor The Fairhaven Selectboard recognized Detective Glenn Cudmore for receiving the Outstanding Collaborative Investigation Award and the Investigative Achievement Award from United States Attorney Carmen Ortiz for his work on two separate investigations. At their meeting on Monday, 6/6, the board praised Det. Cudmore, who is currently assigned to the US Drug… [Read More]
Oxford School renderings show building from street, park
By Beth David Editor The Fairhaven Selectboard has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, 6/21, to discuss the proposal to turn the old Oxford School building and property into a senior housing complex. The town intends to enter into a purchase and sale agreement with Stratford Capital Group to develop the project. The board has… [Read More]
DeTerra asks for Fleurent not to be reappointed to ZBA
By Beth David Editor Peter DeTerra, the long time chairperson of the Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals, has denied asking the Selectboard not to reappoint Rene Fleurent to the ZBA. After the ZBA meeting on Tuesday, Mr. DeTerra, in the full company of the board as they began to leave the room, said he had… [Read More]
From our readers
THIS WILL BE THE FINAL EDITION OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS! WE WILL NO LONGER BE PUBLISHING THIS PAPER. No, it’s not true! But, imagine how we would all feel if somewhere down the road that WAS the actual headline and Beth David, the editor and owner, did announce that her paper was shutting down. Can… [Read More]
Chocolate Works celebrates 35 years
Elaine Cordeiro misses her mother-in-law sometimes. Dorothy, aka Dot, and Elaine started their somewhat unique business 35 years ago as a way to blend the talents of the two women. “I took cake decorating lessons and she made cake toppers, with everything, lace bows, everything,” said Elaine. “I would make up chocolate and lollipops. She… [Read More]
Loaner life jacket program adds Hoppy’s Landing in Fairhaven
By Beth David Editor So you’re all set to go out on the water. As always, you have just the right number of life jackets for everyone. Except, you don’t. As you’re launching the boat, you realize that your 10-year-old left his (or her) life jacket at home. Now what? You can’t leave your child… [Read More]
Acushnet Finance Department will be decimated on June 30
By Pattie Pacella Neighb News Correspondent The Acushnet Selectboard will soon be advertising for a new Finance Director as well as a Town Accountant and Town Administrator. Town Administrator, Alan Coutinho who has been with the town for more than 20 years, is retiring on June 30. At the Selectboard meeting on Monday, 6/6, the… [Read More]
From the editor
Aiyiyi Lucy…..say it ain’t so. List, letter, letter, list, a letter that contains a list (page 7). Geesh. You know what I say, right? Do not ignore me, do not lie to me. That’s not a whole lot for a reporter to ask. Just answer or return my calls, and answer my questions. If you… [Read More]
EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!
EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! Leroy Wood School 5th graders will be holding a Car Wash this Saturday June 4th, from 10-2, $5 per car at the Leroy Wood School, 60 Sconticut Neck Rd., Fairhaven. All proceeds support 5th grade end of the year activities. Click to download the 6/2/16 issue in its… [Read More]
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