A new “Belonging Committee” to support Fairhaven’s efforts to become a welcoming town that recognizes diversity, pursues racial equity, and fosters inclusion, has been announced and is recruiting members. The Belonging Committee will strive to identify and promote activities designed to further efforts of the core values of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and to advocate… [Read More]

Boating Skills & Seamanship  The US Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive boater certificate course designed for both the experienced and novice boater. The course consists of eight core required two-hour lessons, plus five elective lessons providing up-to-date knowledge for handling boats under all conditions.    Every Monday from… [Read More]

The Miss New Bedford Scholarship Organization is actively seeking contestants for its upcoming “miss” and “teen” competitions. Multiple thousands will be awarded in scholarship prizes; Miss New Bedford will win a $3,500 scholarship alone. Additionally, both winners receive a year-of-a-lifetime and a chance to compete for additional opportunities at the state level. Win or not,… [Read More]

The 58th Yaeger Music Scholarship will be awarded this year. The scholarship has been awarded for the past 57 years from a fund established by the late Clement L. Yaeger, a Fairhaven resident and longtime New Bedford library employee. The committee wishes to recognize outstanding music students in this 58th year.  To apply, music students… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Recreation Center has announced its Fall Session! Join us this year there as we head up North shopping to Settler’s Green Outlet in North Conway, NH. How about a day in Spooky Salem? Currently the Staff at the Rec Center are busy planning more trips during the season. Have you ever taken a class?   Check… [Read More]

Tropical Storm Henri may have fizzled out, but it still packed some punch. And a real hurricane, or powerful nor’easter can do some real damage. TowBoat Captain Clint Allen joined John Methia on his podcast, “The Drift” to discuss storm prep.  Find at  at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdKfAl9ykY&list=PLuL6us9_LNpu3HT5VHGVKbMm85vRdpIsj&index=19&t=1176s  ••• Click here to download the entire 8/26/21 issue: 08-26-21 Henri… [Read More]

The Old Colony PTO will be hosting their first annual Fall Family Festival. We are currently looking for craft vendors. We are only admitting one per type of craft/company. Spaces are free, as we do not yet know how big the crowd will be.  *Register by September 15, and you will receive 2 free raffle… [Read More]

Free Blood Pressure Clinic, Fairhaven Town Hall Banquet Room, 40 Center St., Fairhaven, August 25, 2021, 11:30am-1:30pm  ••• Click here to download the entire 8/19/21 issue: 08-19-21 TeddyBear Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal.

Imagine…thousands of South Coast children who don’t have the basic things they need. NEEDED: School supplies; new, un-opened shampoos, soaps, toothpaste, tooth­brushes; children’s new underwear and socks.  Sponsored by the Fairhaven Lions Club. Items will be distributed by Gifts To Give.  Drop off on Sun., 8/22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fairhaven Council… [Read More]

Join Operaion Clean Sweep at our cleanup on Sat., 8/21, 9–11:30 a.m., in the Clasky Common neighborhood! Make a positive difference in your commu­nity by volunteering with us. • Free t-shirts to all volunteers • Gloves and tools provided • Wear closed-toe shoes Pre-registration preferred but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Sign up form link: https://forms.gle/uHT15tZW3aqDswES9… [Read More]