Would you like to see more trees planted in Fairhaven? Would you like the trees we have to be taken care of? Would you like to prevent future removal of healthy trees…like the two 100 year old trees at 32 Union St in Fairhaven that were torn down on 2/27/25.  Please  join our new advocacy… [Read More]

Hey Fairhaven Dog Owners! Just a friendly reminder that March 1st is the last day to license your furry friend! After this date, a $15 late fee will be applied. You can license in person, by mail or the Town’s website: https://tinyurl.com/298xxzrb Please call the Town Clerk’s Office with any questions 508-979-4023 x3. ••• Click… [Read More]

Towns around Southeastern Massachusetts are grappling with how to address declines in coastal water quality. Decisions on what to do rely on water quality data, so it is important that members of the public understand that data. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst are calling on community members to participate in a study aimed… [Read More]

This is a new section for Acushnet and Fairhaven candidates to an­nounce free events, such as meet & greets. This NOT for fund-raising events or any event that will solicit donations to support a campaign.  This is to give those candidates who do not have campaign funds a chance to reach voters.  Submit your listing… [Read More]

Musical Connections: Epic Stories, Epic Music. Join us as we uncover the musical inspirations that bring epic video games to life! Thurs., 3/6, 6–7 PM, DeMello International Ctr upper lobby, 128 Union St., New Bedford. Suitable for all age. Drop-ins are welcome but if you know you will be attending please RSVP here so we… [Read More]

The Neighb News will give all candidates for townwide public office in Fairhaven and Acushnet a chance to get their message out. You may submit an article of approxi­mately 500 words, with a picture, and we will publish at no charge before the election. Please contact the Neighb News as soon as possible so we… [Read More]

With the end of the Huttleston Marketplace after the restructuring of the Office of Tourism, the town of Fairhaven will now have two outdoor markets this summer.  Huttleston HarborFest will be run by the town’s Economic and Commu­nity Development Department and will be held at Grimshaw Park. The North Fairhaven Open Air Market will be… [Read More]

Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars announces over 40 scholarships now available for 2025. Application period is February 1, 2025 thru April 1, 2025.  Full list of scholarships and details on how to apply available at https://fairhaven.dollarsforscholars.org.  NEW scholarships are being added constantly. Check your profile weekly to see what NEW scholarships you… [Read More]

Friends of SMEC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing services for children and adults with disabilities, is thrilled to announce its Golden Anniversary Gala in celebration of SMEC’s 50th Anniversary. The event will take place on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6:30-10:30, at the Seaport Inn in Fairhaven, MA, marking five decades of empowering… [Read More]

Introducing the North Fairhaven Improvement Association’s North Fairhaven Open Air Market at Livesey Park, Glenhaven Ave., Fairhaven, on Saturdays in June, July, August, September, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring handmade crafts, art & photography, farm fresh produce, antiques, books, vintage collectibles. You’ll find things for every member of the family at this shaded corner… [Read More]