The Fairhaven Sustainability Com­mit­tee is pleased to announce again that community members can com­post their pumpkins instead of throwing them in the trash. Starting on Saturday, 11/2 residents can bring their pumpkins to one of the three community gardens for composting. The three gardens are at Wood, East and Hastings Middle Schools. Each garden will… [Read More]

FREE Unified Basketball Clinic, Sundays, through 11/23, Northeast Maritime Institute, 32 Washington St., Fairhaven. Contact Krystal Lunn, krystal.lunn@gmail.com Ages 12 & under: 11 a.m.–noon; ages 13+: noon–1 p.m. ••• Click here to download the 11/6/25 issue: 11-06-25 AcushSTM Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

The Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee will hold a public meeting on Thurs., 11/13, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Neimad Facility, 57 Fairhaven Road, Mattapoisett, MA 02739.  The meeting will address important community concerns.  The evening will also feature light refreshments, a cash bar, and open conversation among community members. Please visit Facebook.com/ MattapoisettGOP… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Sustainability Com­mit­tee is pleased to announce again that community members can com­post their pumpkins instead of throwing them in the trash. Starting on Saturday, 11/2 residents can bring their pumpkins to one of the three community gardens for composting. The three gardens are at Wood, East and Hastings Middle Schools. Each garden will… [Read More]

FREE Unified Basketball Clinic, Sundays, through 11/23, Northeast Maritime Institute, 32 Washington St., Fairhaven. Ages 12 & under: 11 a.m.–noon; ages 13+: noon–1 p.m. ••• Click here to download the 10/30/25 issue: 10-30-25 Horribles Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

CALLING ALL OUR CREATIVE KIDS & YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS! Mark your calendar for December 7, 12-2p 227 Huttleston Ave Fairhaven MA for our Youth Vendor Fair. Artists-Creatives-Crafters-Bakers-Food-Entertainment-Characters wanted!  Support a fun youth led event with your participation! It is with commu­nity support events like this succeed. Let’s show our next generation what entrepreneurship and community support… [Read More]

The Acushnet Town Clerk’s Office reminds residents that all eligible voters (age 18 and older) must be registered by Friday, November 7th, at 5:00 p.m. to participate in the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School District Special Election on Tuesday, November 18th, held at the Acushnet Elementary School gymnasium from noon to 8:00 p.m…. [Read More]

Fairhaven residents only; proof of residency required. Sat., 10/25, BPW Building, 5 Arsene St., Fairhaven, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. For old paint, insecti­cides, chemicals/cleaners. Visit https://tinyurl.com/yyyu46a7 ••• Click here to download the 10/23/25 issue: 10-23-25 HalloweenTrail Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library invite book lovers of all ages to their upcoming Fall Book Sale on Sat., 10/25, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Library Community Room at 7 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett. This event is a great opportunity to find gently used books at affordable prices while supporting the library’s… [Read More]