A $1000 scholarship for a graduating Fairhaven-resident high school senior interested in history will be awarded by the Fairhaven Historical Society. The scholarship, to be presented for the first time in 2019 and annually thereafter, honors Enrique Goytizolo’s dedication to preserving the history of the Town of Fairhaven and his vital and long-time leadership role… [Read More]

The Acushnet Cultural Council is need of members, please consider volunteering. The Acushnet Cultural Council is a group of citizens who have been appointed by the Selectboard to administer funds appropriated by the Massachusetts Cultural Council for the purpose of providing events in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences for the residents of Acushnet. The… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The annual election for town offices in both Fairhaven and Acushnet will be held on Monday, April 1, 2019.  For both towns Thursday, 2/7/19, at 5 p.m. is the deadline for requesting nomination papers. Mon. 2/11/19, at 5 p.m. is the dealine for turning in nomination papers to the town clerk’s… [Read More]

The Town of Fairhaven and the City of New Bedford have scheduled days for picking up Christmas trees curbside, and have provided drop-off locations for residents. TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN CHRISTMAS TREE PICK UP JANUARY 14th – JANUARY 18 Christmas tree pick up is one day after regular rubbish pick up day Place trees at curbside by… [Read More]

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s (MassDOT) Draft Mass. Bicycle Transportation Plan is now available for public comment.  Members of the public may review the plan and provide feedback online at https://www.mass.gov/service-details/bicycle-plan MassDOT is focused on making the Commonwealth’s transportation system more sustainable – to make it safe for people to choose to walk, bike, and… [Read More]

Theatre By The Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Audi­tions for its 2019 Summer Season. Seeking strong actors, dancers and singers. Performers must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates. Local talent is strongly encouraged to audition. All roles are open for the following productions:   Love and Other Fables to be presented from May… [Read More]

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Greater New Bedford invites participants, survivors, and team captains to the monthly team meetings on Jan. 16, Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, and Jun. 12. All meetings will be held at the Whaler Inn and Suites at 500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford at 6:30PM…. [Read More]

Members for Fiber Optic Committee The Fairhaven Board of Selectmen will be appointing a Municipal Fiber Study Committee to oversee a feasibility study to determine if the Town should consider building a Municipal Fiber Optic Network. This work will be supported by a qualified consultant to be chosen by the Town Administrator with input from… [Read More]

The Town of Fairhaven and the City of New Bedford have scheduled days for picking up Christmas trees curbside, and have provided drop-off locations for residents. TOWN OF FAIRHAVEN CHRISTMAS TREE PICK UP JANUARY 14th – JANUARY 18 Christmas tree pick up is one day after regular rubbish pick up day Place trees at curbside by… [Read More]