It was standing (or sitting) room only on Friday, 10/17/25, at Fairhaven Town Hall, when The Fairhaven Historical Society hosted Nathaniel Philbrick, who discussed his book, “In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex.” Hundreds showed up, filling the main floor of the auditorium and the balcony. Mr. Philbrick discussed his… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven held its first Oktoberfest on Saturday, 10/18/25, in front of town hall, featuring food vendors, a beer garden, and live music.  Food choices ranged from ethnic specialties to local favorites.  Judy Theodore and Paula Faye got the lobster roll with chowder from Mac’s Soda Bar, and they tried the Pumpkin… [Read More]

The Proposal Dear Frankie, My sister Hope moved back home last month. Steve, the guy she is engaged to and has been living with for four years, told her he wasn’t ready to set a wedding date.  Since she left Steve, he has been calling, begging her to come back. He told her he is… [Read More]

Halloween is Friday, 10/31 By Beth David, Editor Welcome to our 20th annual Halloween Trail.  Most are drive/walk by or wander around this year. But a few are still sending you through the gauntlet of horror, twisting around the yards, with who-knows-what jumping out to scare the bejeebers out of you. Don’t be surprised, though, if a… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Chairperson of the Fairhaven Planning Board, Diane Tomassetti, resigned from the board, on Monday, 10/20/25. The Neighb News was not able to get a copy of her resignation letter, which, according to sources, cites the negativity she has faced since confusion has arisen about the  Timothy Street and Hiller Avenue Subdivision… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Approximately 450 people showed up in Mattapoisett on Saturday, 10/18/25, as part of the nationwide “No Kings” rallies to protest the actions of President Trump. The Trump administration has defied the courts; detained and deported thousands without due process in a brutal crackdown on immigrants, even those here legally; has fired govern­ment… [Read More]

For 30 years, Veterans Transition House has sought nominations from the community for the Southeastern Massachusetts Veteran of the Year Award. This award is presented to a Southeastern Massachusetts veteran in recognition of their outstanding contribution to veterans, veterans’ issues, and the community as a whole. Veterans Transition House proudly announces the selection of Lieutenant… [Read More]

The Proposal Dear Frankie, My sister Hope moved back home last month. Steve, the guy she is engaged to and has been living with for four years, told her he wasn’t ready to set a wedding date.  Since she left Steve, he has been calling, begging her to come back. He told her he is… [Read More]