Fairhaven will hold its annual Town Meeting on Sat., 5/2/26 in the  audito­rium at the Elizabeth I. Hastings Middle School, 30 School Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719 Citizen’s Petition deadline is noon, Tues., 2/5. Visit https://fairhaven-ma.gov/town-moderator/ For a Citizens Petition form visit: https://fairhaven-ma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Citizens-Petition.pdf Contact the Town Clerk’s office, 508-479-4023 for information on how to submit an… [Read More]

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that crews and con­tractors will be conducting demoli­tion work to remove the I-195 viaduct bridge structure in New Bedford, beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 2, and continuing for approximately 30 days.  As part of these operations, crews will also be conducting nightly work from Sunday,… [Read More]

An Acushnet resident and a Fairhaven resident made Dean’s List last semester.  Kaci Bieu of Acushnet, MA, has been named to the University of New England’s Dean’s List for the fall semester 2025. Dean’s List students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of… [Read More]

Bill Hanney’s Theatre By the Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Auditions for its 2026 Summer Season. Seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors.  Auditions will be held on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, , at: The Talent Factory, 46 French­town Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852 AUDITIONS ARE BY APPOINT­MENT ONLY.  Visit https://www.theatrebythesea.com/auditions.html to… [Read More]

Fairhaven will hold its annual Town Meeting on Sat., 5/2/26 in the  audito­rium at the Elizabeth I. Hastings Middle School, 30 School Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719 Citizen’s Petition deadline is noon, Tues., 2/5. Visit https://fairhaven-ma.gov/town-moderator/ For a Citizens Petition form visit: https://fairhaven-ma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Citizens-Petition.pdf Contact the Town Clerk’s office, 508-479-4023 for information on how to submit an… [Read More]

Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars proudly announces over 45 scholar­ships now available for 2026. Application period is February 1, 2026 thru April 1, 2026.  For a full list of scholarships and details on how to apply go to https://fairhaven.dollarsforscholars.org.  Create your profile now and be ready to apply starting Feb 1, 2026!  NEW scholarships are being… [Read More]

Discover Fairhaven’s first lineup of events in 2025 was an absolute BANG! Thousands of residents and visitors came out to enjoy themed celebra­tions, unique vendors, and lively entertainment. And in 2026, the fun keeps rolling—with old favorites and fresh twists to make unforgettable memories in our charming coastal town. NEXT EVENT: Fairhaven’s 214th Birthday Celebration,… [Read More]

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife (MassWildlife) will hold public listening sessions on several opportunities to expand hunting access in Massachusetts, including Sunday hunting, hunting with crossbows, and minimum setback distances for hunting.   MassWildlife welcomes the public to provide input on these hunting laws at upcoming listening… [Read More]

Citizen Petitions Deadline  Fairhaven will hold its annual Town Meeting on Sat., 5/2/26 in the  audito­rium at the Elizabeth I. Hastings Middle School, 30 School Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719 Citizen’s Petition deadline is noon, Tues., 2/5. Visit https://fairhaven-ma.gov/town-moderator/ For a Citizens Petition form visit: https://fairhaven-ma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Citizens-Petition.pdf Contact the Town Clerk’s office, 508-479-4023 for information on how… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Republican Town Committee would love to have you join us in this new year of exciting political change. This is your invitation to attend  on January 20th, 2026 at 6pm. Our meetings are held at 32 Abbey Street, Fairhaven at 6pm on the third Tuesday of each Month.  We will be making plans… [Read More]