By Beth David, Editor Michael P. Ristuccia, 75, a former member of the Fairhaven Board of Health and Board of Public Works, both elected positions, lost a lawsuit in Superior Court accusing him of shoddy work. The court awarded $424,69.98 to Megan Bruce of Dog­wood Street, West Island, Fairhaven, for an addition to her house… [Read More]

The Twins Dear Frankie, For years my friend’s parents, the bus driver, the lady in the library, and the dogs at doggie daycare have been telling me to lower my bark, calm down, and stop jump­ing around.  The nurse wrote my parents a note about my behavior and suggested I see a vet to see… [Read More]

Press Release Alltrust Credit Union is pleased to announce this year’s scholarship recipients. Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each were awarded to five graduating high school credit union members entering college as freshmen this fall. The 2023 Scholarship recipients are: Mikayla Brightman, Bishop Stang High School; Kate Flannery, Fairhaven High School; Colleen McCarthy, Bristol… [Read More]

Press Release Introducing Frye Fish Co. — your go-to for Fairhaven’s finest seafood! Frye Fish Co. sells fresh, off-the-boat lobsters, scallops and catch of the day weekly at 126 Alden Rd in Fairhaven.  Meet Hudson Frye, a lifelong fisherman, and his fiancé, Mckensie Roderiques, who are Fairhaven residents that share a deep love for the sea…. [Read More]

Acushnet Avenue, the north end’s historic international commercial corridor, will soon be adorned at the Nye Street Pocket Park with a captivating contemporary artwork created by activist artist Keith M. Francis. This site-specific sculpture aims to stimulate conversations around the concept of community while celebrating the love for Acushnet Avenue and New Bedford – and… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Millicent Library held its annual Fire Safety Day on a scorching hot Monday, 7/17/23, on the lawn of the Unitarian Church.  Fairhaven Firefighter/Paramedic Maggie Rocha spoke to about 30 people who showed up in the 80+ degree weather, explaining what they should do in a fire. “Get out and stay… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board held a hearing in open session on 7/10/23 to discuss complaints against Gary Lavalette that were made against him while he was on the Conservation Commission (ConCom), to possibly remove him from the Fairhaven Historical Com­mis­sion. The agenda item was listed as an executive session item, but… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board re­viewed two proposals at its meeting on 7/17/23: the Benoit Square pro­posed road changes, and the bridge on Goulart Memorial Drive/Cause­way Road. Bill Travers, MassDOT District Operations Engineer for District 5, and Sam Hawkins, Sr. Engineer in the district traffic section presented to the board, with the… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Cable TV Crew and “The Magazine” host Charlie Murphy picked up their national award in New York City on 6/28/23, taking a bit of a spin around the city while there. Mr. Murphy and independent producer David Fauteux won the “Best Magazine Show,” for their 2022 year-in-review episode. Fairhaven… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Rotary Club handed out four scholarships of $500 each to graduating high school seniors who are continuing their education.  ••• Click here to download the 7/20/23 issue:07-20-23 FireSafety Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal