By Beth David, Editor The restaurants closed up, so they did not need as much seafood, so the wholesalers did not need as much seafood, so the boat captains had lobster traps filled with product they could not sell; scallopers floated at the docks, instead of chugging out to sea. The ripple effects of the COVID-19… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Massachusetts National Guard came to the rescue last week, deliver­ing much needed PPE (personal protective equipment) to the Town of Fairhaven Health Department and Our Lady’s Haven. The shipment of hand sanitizer and spray was on back order from a delivery last month that included masks, gloves and isolation gowns.  Fairhaven… [Read More]

Press Release In Greater New Bedford, residents are already feeling the impact of COVID-19. Many local businesses have closed or moved to reduced hours, workers are either out of work or struggling to find childcare, and schools have been closed until May. It’s an uncertain time and many are finding themselves in financial situations where… [Read More]

On Palm Sunday, 4/5/20, Fr. Davi Lupo, SSCC and parishioners of St. Mary’s Church in Fairhaven handed out palms and rosary beads, while maintaining social distancing protocols recommended during the COVID-19 pandemic. Churches have not held their traditional masses in person during the emergency measures that have stopped all gatherings of more than 10 people…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven has suffered its first official COVID-19 deaths this week. In a press release on Sunday, 4/4, Fairhaven Health Agent Mary Freire-Kellogg said the town was notified by the Massachusetts Department of Health on Sunday. “Both residents were elderly and had advanced medical conditions,” wrote Ms. Freire-Kellogg. “The Town would like to… [Read More]

Residents on John Street, Teal Circle, Paul Street, and Timothy Street (across from the Wood School) have answered the call in a BIG WAY to help parents who are taking their kids out on a Teddy Bear Hunt. It’s been a fun thing for parents to take their kids out for a ride, or a walk… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Many people are answering the call to help each other during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cathy Melanson, formerly of Emma Jean’s Bakery, took to Facebook to thank her various family members for the variety of ways they are contributing to help the community get through this difficult time. From making masks for healthcare… [Read More]

By Bryon Knight, Special to the Neighb News Last week I corresponded with seven local and regional musicians, and I shared their views on the impact that COVID-19 has had on them during this quarantine. This week I’ll tell you how these seven performers are coping with the virus, the lack of work and…quarantine. As a… [Read More]

Posted on 3/31 on the Fairhaven Animal Shelter’s Facebook page Meet Sandra! We dropped the items on the porch and knocked to let her know the food was there and she came and wouldn’t let us leave until we met her dog. This is her 17-year old Chihuahua! She was so appreciative and we were… [Read More]