By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 5/11/26, the Fairhaven Select Board again continued the hearing for Artistic Auto, citing an opinion by Town Counsel that the matter had to go to the Planning Board first. Town Administrator, Keith Hickey, said the change from two cars to 40 cars for a used car license is… [Read More]
League of Women Voters holds candidates night in Fairhaven
By Beth David, Editor Candidates for office in Fairhaven faced questions about the budget, how they would handle conflict and what challenges they see for their prospective boards. All candidates were invited to the event sponsored by the League of Women Voters of SouthCoast, and held at Hastings Middle School on Thursday, 5/7. The event… [Read More]
Candidate Statements Fairhaven Planning Board
The following three candidates: Incumbent Kevin Grant, Mona Phillips, and Incumbent Sharon Simmons are running for two seats on the Fairhaven Planning Board. The board also has two people vying for on unexpired term (statements follow the full term seat).] Kevin Grant My name is Kevin Grant, and I am running for reelection to the Planning… [Read More]
Mass. DOT outlines options for South Main Street
By Beth David, Editor Officials from Mass. DOT (Department of Transportation) held a public meeting in Acushnet on 5/6/26. About 30 members of the public and town officials attended to give their opinions about the proposed changes. The basic plan is to make improvements to the roadway, which is a state road now, then turn it… [Read More]
Obituary Naomi Shaw
Naomi Shaw Naomi Shaw, 78, passed away peacefully on May 2, surrounded by loved ones. Born January 27, 1948, in South Carver, MA, to David L. Shaw and Eleanor G. Reis, she was raised in Middleborough and later lived in Fairhaven and Wareham, MA. Naomi earned a master’s degree in english literature and taught at… [Read More]
Fairhaven Improvement Association holds 143rd annual mtg
Press Release The Fairhaven Improvement Association (FIA) held its 143rd Annual Meeting and Dinner on Wednesday, 4/15/26, bringing members and guests together for an evening of reflection, recognition, and appreciation for those who contribute to the continued vitality of the Fairhaven community. The annual event celebrates the Association’s longstanding mission to Preserve Yesterday — Improve Today —… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
The Greatest Gift Dear Frankie has expanded to videos. Find her on Facebook, Instagarm, and TikTok. Search for dearfrankiedogtodogadvice. Dear Frankie, Mother’s Day is almost here, and I want to give her something special to show she’s the best mom ever. I keep choosing between the bone I buried by the oak tree in February,… [Read More]
Fhvn Town Meeting supports override vote
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Meeting held an all-day meeting on Saturday, 5/2/26, but managed to get through all 29 articles, and passed a $63 million budget. TM also voted to support a ballot question for a Proposition 2 1/2 override. Prop 2 1/2 is a state law that limits the amount municipalities can raise in property… [Read More]
Fairhaven voters will face three ballot questions
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven voters go to the polls on June 9 for local elections. In addition to voting on candidates for all town-wide offices and Town Meeting members, voters will also decide three ballot questions: one to adopt a town Charter, one to approve a Proposition 2 1/2 override, and one to remove police and… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Fairhaven Select Board
There are three people running two seats on the Fairhaven Select Board in the 6/9/26 issue. Here they are in alphabetical order. My name is Miles Grant and I’m asking for your vote for Select Board on June 9. I’m running because I want to help make sure the challenges we face are debated thoroughly,… [Read More]
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