Press Release Dennis Duval stepped down December 8 after serving 50 years on the Millicent Library Board of Trustees. He was honored for his service at the December 21 meeting of the board. Mr. Duval was applauded by his fellow board members for his five decades as a dedicated volunteer, including serving as board president…. [Read More]
Students collect toys for Toys for Tots program
The National Junior Honor Society at Elizabeth Hastings Middle School in Fairhaven conducted a toy drive for the Toys for Tots program run by the United States Marine Corps. The students collected 74 toys. ••• Click here to download the entire 1/6/22 issue: 01-06-22 PolarPlunge Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal
Select Board race still at four for three seats
As of press time, no additional candidates had taken out papers for Fairhaven Select Board since our last update. Four candidates have taken out papers to run for SB in the 4/4/22 election, and one has returned them. This election will have three seats on the ballot, as it is the election that will expand… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Displaced During the Holidays Dear Frankie, My family loves the Christmas holidays. The day after Thanksgiving, they turn on the Christmas carols, get out the ornaments and decorate the tree. Every year they put the tree next to the big glass door that faces the patio. This is the best and sunniest place in the… [Read More]
Fire Department responds to diesel spill from SSA vessel
Press Release The Fairhaven Fire Department and Fairhaven Harbormaster Division responded to WJA properties, located at 4 Water Street for a report of a diesel spill in the harbor from an unknown source on 12/16/21. An Engine, the Oil Spill Response Trailer, and the Deputy Chief were dispatched. On arrival, the Fire Department found an estimated 50… [Read More]
Air monitors installed in PJK neighborhood
The Town of Acushnet has installed air monitors at locations near the PJ Keating neighborhood. Neighbors have been complaining about dust and other particles in the air that they say comes from the quarry and asphalt operation on South Main Street. An air monitor was installed at the Acushnet Council On Aging/Senior Center on South… [Read More]
Fairhaven residents get into Christmas spirit
By Beth David, Editor Residents all over the area worked hard to make their homes bright for the season. Once again, Gellette Road takes the cake with its 200,000+ lights and thoughtful use of all of them. The house on Route 6 near Welcome Street is also back at it. We truly want to give others… [Read More]
Acushnet residents get into Christmas spirit
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven isn’t the only town with residents spreading the Christmas spirit. Visit the streets on this page to see houses in Acushnet that are also making their homes bright. There are lots more, of course, but we just wanted to point out a few to make sure you’re motivated to get out… [Read More]
And don’t forget the Clasky Common in New Bedford
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Fairhaven School Dept picks assistant superintendent
Press Release Fairhaven Public Schools announced the hiring of a new Assistant Superintendent at its School Committee meeting on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Mark Balestracci will assume the role of Assistant Superintendent starting on December 13, 2021. Balestracci, a South Coast native, is leaving his 16-year tenure with the Mashpee Public Schools, most recently as… [Read More]
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