By Beth David, Editor Under sunny skies and winds to blow the mortarboards away, Fairhaven High School held its graduation on Sunday, 5/31/26, in the Alumni Stadium. The program included remarks by students and staff, presentation of the class gifts, music by the band, and playing of the class song, “Landslide,” by Fleetwood Mac. Salutatorian, Emma… [Read More]
Fairhaven Election is Tuesday, 6-9
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven will hold its annual election on Tuesday, 6/9/26. All elected offices will be on the ballot, including Town Meeting members by precinct. Voters will also face three ballot questions. Polls are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. All precincts vote at the Fairhaven Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Ave. (near Stop… [Read More]
Candidates answer questions, make their cases to voters
By Beth David, Editor Town of Fairhaven Government Access TV held a candidates night on Thursday, 5/28/26, in the town hall auditorium. About 35 people showed up in person, and the event ran live on Channel 97, and livestreamed on FairhavenTV.com. Wayne Oliveira a moderated, Cable TV Director, Derek Frates asked the questions. Fairhaven will hold… [Read More]
Fairhaven High School Top Ten Grads
Here are the top ten Fairhaven High School graduates for 2026. ••• Click here to download the 6/4/26 issue: 06-04-26 Graduation Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal
Update on Fairhaven High School vandalism
By Beth David, Editor The School Department released a statement, including photos, with an update on pending charges against individuals who allegedly vandalized Fairhaven High School on 5/16/26 (see 5/21/26 issue). According to the initial press release from the Fairhaven Police Department on 5/19, “multiple individuals” broke into the school at 11:45 p.m. through a window… [Read More]
Acushnet Cub Scouts help place flags on veterans’ graves
In the week leading up to this year’s Memorial Day, the Cub Scouts of Pack 51/Acushnet spent time working with members of the Acushnet VFW placing flags on the graves of veterans and learning to properly show respect to the American Flag. The Cubs also spent time learning why we honor Memorial Day and why… [Read More]
Obituary: Veronica J. McCarthy
Veronica J McCarthy Veronica J. (Sergeant) McCarthy, 80, of New Bedford passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026. She was the loving wife of the late Paul G. McCarthy and mother of the late Gregory P. McCarthy. Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Wanda (Ozga) Sergeant. Ronnie… [Read More]
A variety of scholarships awarded to local students
Livesey Club Livesey Club is pleased to announce the following $1,000.00 scholarships were awarded to the following graduating Seniors; Katherine O’Donnell Grant Darmofal Margaret Martin Harrison Zheng Hazel Hochella We wish them best ! Dollars for Scholars On a warm evening family, friends, community partners, benefactors and guests, applauded for 25 students who were the… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Long Life Can Be a Liability Dear Frankie has expanded to videos. Find her on Facebook, Instagarm, and TikTok. Search for dearfrankie dogtodogadvice. Dear Frankie, Sixteen years of excellent health can be a liability. Most of the friends I made at the dog park when we were puppies are no longer alive. The two pals… [Read More]
Letter The Angels of Wilding Street
I would like to take a moment to acknowledge my two neighbors (Brian & Lionel), who live on Wilding Street in Fairhaven. They repeatedly help others (myself included). Whenever they see one of us needing help, they stop and give that help. Today, they are mowing lawn and trimming the hedges for a neighbor who… [Read More]
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