By Beth David, Editor “If it wasn’t for them, we couldn’t be us,” said keynote speaker of the Fairhaven Memorial Day ceremony Deven Robitaille, Commander Thomas E. Tuttle VFW Post #7239, Acushnet, speaking of those who serve in the military. She told the crowd that she loved to see so many families there and hoped they… [Read More]
FinestKind movie films at Union Wharf, Fort Phoenix
By Beth David, Editor The movie “FinestKind” filmed in Fairhaven last week, bringing lots of commotion to Union Wharf and Fort Phoenix on Wednesday, 5/25. Tommy Lee Jones, the biggest name in the cast, was on set, giving locals a bit of a thrill to catch glimpses of the famous star, who is, apparently a bit… [Read More]
BPW hires for Water Department
By Mary Chasse, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday 5/23 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works hired two employees for the Water Department, and discussed summer help for landscaping and grass cutting throughout the town. The board interviewed current Water Department employee Darrell Snell and Highway Department employee Sean Mitchell for Water System Maintenance… [Read More]
Arrrgh! Matey, c’mon down and learn a thing or two
Press Release What is the difference between a pirate and a privateer? Did either of them ever say, “Arrrrgh”? Is there pirate treasure buried on Sconticut Neck? What happens after hundreds of British redcoats eat a hearty breakfast of baked beans? And what’s the deal with the parrot on the shoulder? Bring the family to… [Read More]
Call Firefighters graduate for Acushnet and Fairhaven
Press Release State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey and Deputy State Fire Marshal Maribel Fournier, acting director of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA), announced the graduation of 35 recruits from the MFA Call/Volunteer Recruit Firefighter Training Program. The graduates received certificates of completion at a ceremony held on 5/23 at Bridgewater State University. Call/Volunteer Recruit… [Read More]
Obituary: Scott D. Hobson
Scott D. Hobson 4/23/22 Scott D. Hobson, 54, affectionately known as “Scooter,” of Fairhaven, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022 at home after a long illness. Born in Stoughton, MA he was the son of Eileen M. (Gouveia) Hobson of New Bedford and the late Paul A. Hobson. He was a 1985 graduate of New… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Memorial Day Dear Frankie, Last week I went to the Memorial Day Parade with my family. On the way home, I went on and on about the marching bands, the rifle drills, and the military dogs. My dad reminded me that the purpose of the parade was to honor the men and women who had… [Read More]
Huttleston Marketplace opens for the season
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s Huttleston Marketplace opened for its fifth season on Saturday, 5/21/22, with more than 70 booths selling arts, crafts, farm products, collectibles and more. The weekly market will be held through September 17, on Saturdays from 10-3 (except for 6/25). Sponsored by the Fairhaven Office of Tourism, the marketplace booths are spread… [Read More]
Select Board approves changes at Aquaculture site, A&A
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board held two public hearings at its meeting on 5/23/22, approving changes to the aquaculture license of Blue Stream Shellfish, and approving expansion plans for A&A Auto. Dale Leavitt, one of the co-owners of Blue Stream Shellfish, which operates an oyster farm on the north side of the causeway,… [Read More]
Finestkind sightings around town
By Beth David, Editor It’s no secret that the movie “Finestkind” has been filming in Fairhaven and New Bedford for weeks now. They seem to be on schedule, and that means they should be wrapping up this week in Fairhaven. They will still be in the area, though, with plans to close the Fairhaven-New Bedford swing… [Read More]
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