Not the Buzzards Bay Coalition, which sponsors several seal and seabird cruises throughout the winter. Our intrepid photographer, Glenn C. Silva, braved the February temps, albeit milder than usual this year, and joined about two dozen hardy souls to espy the playful seals. The trip left out of Falmouth, aboard the “Islander,” part of the… [Read More]
Whales, Tails & Sails: Jackson Gillman entertains
By Beth David, Editor Parents looking for fun indoor things to do with young children can find some interesting happenings in the area, including the popular Whales, Tails and Sails program at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park for children up to five years old. The free, hour long program is designed to help inspire… [Read More]
What’s the Hoopla Presents Hits from the Bong
If you watched the Oscars, or even if you didn’t, you might ask, “Who the heck is Bong Joon-ho?” Bong, after all, went home with four trophies for his film Parasite, including Best Picture. You might then be curious what else this South Korean filmmaker has done. Turns out all the features he’s directed are… [Read More]
New sign at Livesey Park courtesy of Livesey Club members
The sign at Livesey Park in Fairhaven got blown down in a wind storm a few weeks ago. The Livesey Club got permission from the public works department and replaced the sign. The club paid for the materials. and club members built the sign and installed it. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with… [Read More]
“Kool Kids” do cool stuff on vacation week
Children in the Kool Kids February vacation program participated in a variety of events this week, including ball games like dodgeball, soccer, tag, arts and crafts, and other games meant to encourage a lot of movement and exercise. The program, run by the Fairhaven Recreation Center, is for children in grades K–5, and includes a… [Read More]
Selectboard discusses mileage/car use policy by employees
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 2/10/20, the Fairhaven Selectboard continued its discussion to create a policy for mileage and town vehicle use. Town Administrator Mark Rees said he put together additional information, as requested, on which town employees had vehicles assigned to them, and which town employees were receiving mileage reimbursement for use… [Read More]
BPW discusses dog park
By Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday, 1/27 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed the new dog park, and revisited the discussion about vehicular traffic at Cushman Park. The board first met with the Town Planner Paul Foley about the potential locations for a dog park in Fairhaven. Mr. Foley explained… [Read More]
Acushnet residents sound off about PJ Keating noise, dust, plans
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Selectboard faced about 100 residents at a public hearing at Ford Middle School to talk about PJ Keating’s plan to move its asphalt plant to the front of the property on South Main Street. The site operates as a quarry and an asphalt plant. The plant itself has already been… [Read More]
“We’re praying for a miracle” for coach Glenn Gardner with ALS
By Beth David, Editor Student athletes and their parents are showing support for long time basketball and softball coach Glenn Gardner, who has been diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, aka, Lou Gehrig’s disease). The disease affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord and causes loss of muscle control. It is a progressive disease… [Read More]
Chopping it off for a good cause
From Press Release Materials St. Joseph School of Fairhaven raised $11,000 with its Live, Live, Laugh Boosterthon Day Glow run. The fundraiser was launched in early February by the PTO and encouraged students to collect pledges ahead of 33-lap run on Valentine’s Day. Early on, a key motivator became the school’s volunteer lunchroom monitor Rob… [Read More]
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