The West Island Red Hatters held their monthly lunch on St. Patrick’s Day, 3/17/23, at the Bayside Lounge in Fairhaven. Terry Pereira organized the March lunch with artist Chris Smith and decided that in honor of Women’s History Month, they would have a few special guests, including Fairhaven Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison, Fairhaven Council… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet recently recognized some of its many dedi­cated supporters with plaques to show appreciation for the many ways they support the food pantry.  “As we began 2023, we started our 23rd year helping out the less fortunate in our area,” said Director Gerry Payette in a press release. … [Read More]

Unreason­able Mom Dear Frankie, Many of my friends at the dog park have taken skiing lessons. My mom thinks it’s ridiculous that their parents have wasted “good money” on lessons for a sport that is not only ridiculously expensive but also dangerous.  She feels if these parents have money to burn, they should spend it… [Read More]

Fairhaven Conservation and Sustainability Agent Bruce Webb decided to “further confuse Scottish and Irish culture,” by wearing his kilt all day on St. Patrick’s Day and playing the bagpipes (which are Scottish, dontchaknow?) in front of town hall. Mr. Webb has been playing the bagpipes since he was 12 years old. He grew up in… [Read More]

Patrick Carr Hello Fairhaven! My name is Patrick J. Carr and I am seeking a position on the Fairhaven Planning Board.  I have been a town resident since 1983 and a town business owner for over 25 years.  Currently, I am a voting member on the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), as well as the… [Read More]

Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars Many different scholarships available with different requirements for graduating high school seniors.  Create profile/apply online, https://fairhaven.dollarsforscholars.org Goytizolo Scholarship  One time $1,000 scholarship. The Enrique Goytizolo Scholar­ship, awarded by the Fairhaven Historical Societ for graduating seniors attend­ing college in the fall. Must be Fairhaven resident. Email: historicalsocietyfairhaven@gmail.com Colonial Club  One $1,000 scholarship… [Read More]

Press Release The Rescue Cafe is a mission based coffee shop specializing in high quality coffee & espressos, delicious baked goods. We also make Hawaiian Shaved Ice, smoothies and smoothie bowls.  The Rescue Cafe was founded by Joni Rhoads in 2021 with a goal to help the local homeless animal population by donating a portion… [Read More]

Soldiering On Dear Frankie, I have been Roger’s canny (canine nanny) since my mom brought him home from the hospital. Be­sides taking care of him, I have also been his playmate. Recently Roger has become obsessed with soldiers and war games. Last week he dressed me in a soldier suit and said I was to… [Read More]

The weather in March in New England, is, indeed, still full of surprises. Parts of central and northern Mass. had already received snow measured in feet, not inches, while the SouthCoast was still largely seeing lots of rain by press time on Tuesday night. The town of Colrain, Mass. hit the jackpot with 36 inches… [Read More]