Travel Troubles Dear Frankie, My mom and I took the new train to Boston for our yearly trip to the zoo and lunch at my favorite place, the Bark Café.  But things didn’t go as planned.  At the station, we had to scan a black box on a sign to park, but my mom didn’t… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Approximately 400-500 children and their adults joined the fun at the annual egg hunt sponsored by the North Fairhaven Improvement Asso­cia­tion on 4/4/26. The totally free event includes an egg hunt with 3,000 candy-filled plastic eggs; special prizes to those who find the 120 special wooden eggs; goodie bags; hot chocolate; raffle… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The town of Fairhaven is contem­plating a Proposition 2 1/2 override vote in June. Property owners are concerned about the increase in property taxes they will have to pay if the override passes. The town has added a tax calcu­lator to its website so individuals can see how the override will affect… [Read More]

Fairhaven’s election is on Tuesday, 6/9/26, and nomination papers are available. To be on the ballot, candi­dates must collect 50 signatures of registered voters. The last day to take out papers is Thurs., 4/16. Last day to return papers is Tues., 4/21.  The last day to register to vote is Fri., 5/29 by 5 p.m…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor According to a press release from the Fairhaven Fire Department posted on Facebook, on Easter Sunday, 4/5/26, at 7:44 a.m., the Department responded to a fire at 31 Day Street. While responding, Fairhaven Police updated that there were flames showing. Chief Correia re­quested a first alarm assignment to bring in additional resources… [Read More]

By Caden Lisa, Neighb News Correspondent The Fairhaven High School boy’s lacrosse team defeated Dighton-Rehoboth at home, 7-6, on 4/6/26.The Blue Devils played from behind during the beginning of athe contest, as the Falcons netted two goals to start the game. Liam Pickup tied the game at four with nine minutes to go in the fourth… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven High School’s per­formance of “Anastasia” two weeks ago was well received by audiences, and even got a great review on Facebook on opening night.  Based on the 1997 animated film, Anastasia follows the story of a brave young woman as she sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued… [Read More]

Press Release Southcoast native and nationally recog­nized advocate Ashley Bendiksen has released a new children’s book designed to help families talk about bounda­ries, safety, and self-advocacy.  Her book, A Kids Book About Boundaries, published by DK Books / Penguin Random House, helps children understand how to identify unsafe situations, communicate their needs, and respect the… [Read More]

Press Release The Fairhaven Cultural Council would like to publicly acknowledge and congratulate the 2026 Cultural Council Grant Recipients. We received 54 grant applications during this cycle. Through monies from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Town of Fairhaven, we were able to fund 18 projects. These programs, events, and activities will take place in… [Read More]