By Beth David, Editor A little bit of rain did not stop area militias from demonstrating the skills of Revolutionary era America in Acush­net on Sunday, 8/23/26. Mem­bers of the Fairhaven Village Militia, Dartmouth Militia, Rehobeth Militia, and Wareham Militia set up camp on the front lawn of the Long Plain Museum on Main Street. Militia… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board finalized the membership of the Budget Working Group at its meeting on 8/24/26; approved funding for the Public Safety Complex Committee to issue an RFQ; approved the sale of the town’s $7.9 million loans/bond; and ap­proved a Class II auto repair/ auto body license for the property at… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Planning Board meet­ing on 8/25/26 got off to a contentious start, but eventually got back on track with regular business, although occasional spats surfaced throughout the meeting. At the very start of the meeting, Chair­person, Jessica Fidalgo, addressed a correspondence agenda item from member, Patrick Carr, for an agenda request… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s Municipal Energy Manager, contracted through Mass Save, will be at the North Fairhaven Open Air Market on Saturday, 9/19, to get input from the public on where to locate chargers for electric vehicles. William Lefebvre gave presentation to the Select Board at its meeting on 8/24/26, and told the board that… [Read More]

Press Release Since 2003, the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society has awarded scholar­ships to deserving local high school seniors and first-time college appli­cants who will be pursuing under­graduate education.   Thanks to the generosity of our members and donors, they have grown steadily over time. AMHS is committed to helping our Portuguese-American community’s youth achieve higher… [Read More]

Living Off The Land Dear Frankie, My parents just inherited a farm in North­ern Maine. It’s on a river, forty minutes from the nearest town, and has neigh­bors you’d need binoculars to see.  My parents’ plan is to open a farm stand to sell the maple syrup they make, and fruits and vegetables they grow…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Teddy Bears large and small and all manner of stuffed animals invaded the center of Fairhaven in a friendly takeover that included clowns, face painting, bubbles, and lots of giggles. The 41st annual Teddy Bear Parade, which actually celebrates the end of the summer reading program, started and ended at the corner… [Read More]

Early voting begins Saturday in Massa­chu­setts for the state primary election on Tuesday, 9/1/26. Offices on the ballot include all statewide positions, U.S. Senator, U.S. Repre­sentative and District Attorney.  In the primary election, voters need to pick a ballot based on party. The winner of each primary in each party will face off against each… [Read More]