The Mattapoisett Republican Party invites everyone interested to join us on Thurs., 5/16, from 6:30–8:30 PM at the Knights of Columbus, 57 Fairhaven Road, Mattapoisett, MA 02739. Our guest speaker this month is Jackie Eckert, spokesperson for the new local organization called Tri Town for Protecting Children. The topic of discussion will be preserving and… [Read More]

Shellfishing in Fairhaven waters is now open. The state had closed shellfishing at the beginning of March after excessive rainfall caused the City of New Bedford’s wastewater treatment plant to release raw sewage into the outer harbor. All areas are now open subject to Town of Fairhaven regulations. Check with the Marine Resources Depart­ment in… [Read More]

The Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is taking public comment on a series of recently adopted emergency regulations and draft regulatory proposals to adjust recreational fishing rules at 322 CMR 6.00.  Regulations include changes to Scup for size and bag limits; Striped  Bass fillet at sea regs; Summer Flounder size and bag limits; Black Sea… [Read More]

This summer the Whitfield/Manjiro Friendship Society is offering two 4-day courses to educators and adult community members. The cost is $425 for each including PDP’s (with LMU credit available for an additional fee).  “Whaling, Japanese Culture, and the Whitfield/Manjiro Story, Part 1 and 2” will take place in Capt. Whitfield’s historic home at 11 Cherry St…. [Read More]

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board is collecting donations for the Fairhaven Animal Shelter. The shelter needs nonclumping cat litter, laundry detergent, bleach, canned dog food, Lysol cleaner, Pine Sol, and dry cat food. They would also be interested in other appropriate things, such as dog and cat toys, blankets, etc. All donations… [Read More]

Writers Workshop Redux. A place to share ideas whether you are a writer or just have stories that want to be told…  Every 4th Friday, 10am til 12 pm, Next Date, 4/27, at Mattapoisett Library 7 Barstow St., Mattapoisett, basement community room. Come to hone the craft of writing in a supportive setting. Bring a… [Read More]

Share a Little Time. Make a Big Difference. Are you interested in connecting to your community?  Connecting to the mission of the National Park Service? New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park will host two Volunteer Information Fairs Wed., 5/1, 6-7:30 p.m., at NB Whaling Park Corson Building Theater, 33 William St., New Bedford. Thurs., 5/2,… [Read More]

Veterans, do you need to open a VA claim or review an existing claim? Visit the CE Burt DAV Chapter 7 at 19 Willis St., New Bedford, between 9 am. and 3 p.m. on Thurs., 5/2.  National service officers will be on hand to help file new claims and help with existing claims.  Please come… [Read More]

On April 28, 2024 at 3:00PM, Seaglass Theater Company will present Not Afraid to Dare at Gallery X in downtown New Bedford-site of the former Frederick Douglass Memorial AME Zion Church.   The concert features mezzo-soprano and poet Isabel Randall, known on social media as “The Inquisitive Typist”, baritone and recent Grant Park Music Festival… [Read More]

Fairhaven Acushnet Youth Athletics early bird special: $200 ($225 starting July 1). Registration for FAYA Fall Football and Cheerleading. Sideline and competition cheer, ages 5-15. Tackle football, ages 5-14.  Pre-season begins August 1 and official season is Sept. 1. Sign up now before the prices increase in July and August. Visit www.fayabluedevils.org ••• Click here… [Read More]