By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s Town Hall was transformed into one big Halloween party, complete with free candy, costumes, contests, activities, and all-around just fooling-around fun. Outside the street was closed to traffic for people to gather and watch dperformances by the dancers of Supreme Perfection Studio; food trucks; a petting zoo and more. Inside, children… [Read More]
Election results
By Beth David, Editor Voters across the country went to the polls on 11/3/26 for the midterm elections, choosing senators, representatives in congress, and state and local seats. In Mass., voters cast votes for statewide races, including Governor and Lt. Governor; state senators (by district) and state representatives (by district). Voters also decided on nine ballot… [Read More]
I-195 Route 18 South ramp to close until 2029
MassDOT is holding a public information meeting on the I-195/ Route 18 project as the project shifts to phases 3 and 4, Thurs., 11/5, 6 p.m., virtual meeting, visit: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/highway-division/events The purpose of this meeting is to provide the public with the opportunity to become fully acquainted with the project’s upcoming shifts to phases 3… [Read More]
Acushnet Police Department promotes three
From Acushnet Police Department Facebook Page [Acushnet Police] Chief Gary Coppa and the members of the Acushnet Police Department are proud to announce the promotion of three outstanding officers by the Acushnet Board of Selectmen, marking an exciting and historic milestone for our department! Deputy Chief Jeremy Fontes Sergeant Jeremy Fontes has been promoted to… [Read More]
Matthew Rodriguez Memorial Run draws 125
By Beth David, Editor The LCpl Matthew Rodriguez Run to Remember 5K had 125 finishers on 10/25/26. The race started and ended at Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven. The race benefits The LCpl Matthew R. Rodriguez Memorial Foundation which was created in memory of LCpl Rodriguez, 19, a Fairhaven resident who was killed in Afghanistan on 12/11/13. … [Read More]
West Island witches RIDE!
The Witches of West Island organized their annual ride on Halloween Day, 10/31/26, riding on bicycles, in carts and other vehicles to bestow their…err…blessings upon the island. ••• Click here to download the 11/5/26 issue: 11-05-26 HauntedTH Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal
Scholarship Apps Info Sessions
Press Release The SouthCoast Community Foundation (SCCF) is accepting applications for its 2027 scholarship program, with more than 65 scholarships totaling over $900,000 available to students in Southeastern Mass. who are pursuing higher education and career training. Applications are open through January 11, 2027. Thanks to the generosity of local donors, SCCF awarded more than… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
The Adoption Dear Frankie, I am an eight-week-old puppy. Yesterday, my mom told me I was about to be adopted by a human couple without children. I can’t bear the thought of being without her and my littermates. She said we have no choice. I’m terrified and have no idea what to expect. Thanks, Buster… [Read More]
Halloween Horribles invade Livesey Park
By Beth David, Editor The North Fairhaven Improvement Association held its 76th annual Halloween Horribles Parade at Livesey Park on Saturday, 10/24/26. Costumed children of all ages and sizes marched around the park and then created a circle in the field for the judges to pick the winners. Lots of gnomes from the NFIA helped keep… [Read More]
Early voting ends this Friday, 10/30
By Beth David, Editor Early Voting ends on Saturday, 10/24, for the 11/3/26 state election. Mail-in and absentee voting is also underway. The deadline to apply for mail-in voting is Tuesday, October 27, at 5 pm. Contact your town clerk/elections office (see below for each municipality) for information on how to request a mail-in or absentee… [Read More]
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