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]

Massachusetts and our Nation are at a turning point. A significant political realignment is underway. Our State is moving decisively to the  right. Please join the Republican movement of common sense govern­ment at the Tues., 2/18, Republican Town Committee meeting. We meet the third Tuesday of each Month at 6pm 32 Abbey Street Fairhaven.   Contact us… [Read More]

The Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee (MRTC) welcomes mem­bers, guests and community mem­bers to join us on Thurs., 2/20 for Pizza & Movie Night. Socializing from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM with Pizza, cash bar, and light snacks available. At 6:30 the MRTC will commence the meeting to discuss upcoming town elections and the importance of… [Read More]

Newport Winter Festival: Feb. 14-23. The Newport Winter Festival is packed with over 150 events full of food, music and fun! Check out our calendar listing by date to see what is happening each day of the festival. You can also check out our Featured Events page to help you plan your festival week! Every… [Read More]

The public is welcome to witness Brother Soane Siua, SS.CC., as he professes his perpetual vows as a member of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary during the 10 a.m. Mass this Sunday, 2/9, at St. Mary’s Church in North Fairhaven, 440 Main Street. Brother Soane has been a pastoral intern… [Read More]

Pursuant to Chapter 50, Section 2 of the Town of Fairhaven By-Laws, all citizen petition articles for the May 3, 2025 Annual Town Meeting, including street acceptance articles, must be submitted in writing with the signatures of not less than 10 registered voters through the Town Clerk’s Office to the Select Board, Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA by Feb…. [Read More]