Submitted by Caroline St. Don for the Acushnet Grange While doing some cleaning at the Acushnet Grange hall we came across an American flag that was flown over the US Capitol. The Grange flew the flag during the July 4th weekend this year. The letter received with the flag was dated July 6, 1966: 60 years… [Read More]
New minister comes to UU church
Press Release The Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven welcomes its new minister, the Rev. C.J. McGregor, on August 1. He will lead his first service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at the Unitarian Memorial Church, Center and Green streets. His sermon topic is “Hard to Hope.” In Rev. McGregor’s previous post, he was district… [Read More]
Fairhaven Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy wins in tourney
Press Release Danny Savery Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies, with locations in Somerset, MA, Fairhaven, MA, and Bristol, RI, had an incredible showing at the recent New Breed BJJ Federation tournament, bringing home major team awards and proving once again what hard work, consistency, and teamwork can accomplish. We are proud to announce that Danny Savery BJJ… [Read More]
State unveils design renderings for new Sagamore Bridge
Press Release The Healey-Driscoll Administration unveiled new design renderings of the replacement Sagamore Bridge, giving residents, businesses and visitors a detailed look at the future bridge as Massachusetts continues making historic investments to replace the aging Cape Cod Bridges. The Sagamore and Bourne bridges are more than 90 years old and carry more than 38 million… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Dear Frankie has expanded to videos. Find her on Facebook, Instagarm, and TikTok. Search for dearfrankie dogtodogadvice. Lifestyle Changes Dear Frankie, A year after my mom died, my dad started dating Sally. Before my dad met Sally, he was a homebody and liked to watch TV and putter in the garden. This lifestyle suited me… [Read More]
Music night features old cars, old tunes, and dancing
By Beth David, Editor The North Fairhaven Improvement Association held its annual Music Night, featuring Eddie and the Exciters playing all the oldies on Sunday, 7/19/26, in Benoit Square. Adams Street was blocked off from traffic to showcase some classic vehicles and let people literally dance in the street. The NFIA volunteers cooked up some hot… [Read More]
Fhvn SB hears plan for CPA funds for library; hires planner
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board heard a proposal at its 7/13/26 meeting to use Community Preservation Act funds to pay for a bond for the Millicent Library’s HVAC project. The plan would require the town to take out a loan (bond) for the $1.748 million project to add dehumidification, fresh air, and cooling… [Read More]
Fhvn SB presents proclamation to Brian Riggs on retirement
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board presented a proclamation to Fire Department Lt. Brian Riggs on 7/13/26. Lt. Riggs is retiring this month after 30 years with the town. Lt. Riggs also served as a Captain in the US Army Reserve, completing an 18-month deployment to Iraq from 2006 to 2008 as a Registered… [Read More]
Acushnet PD arrest suspect after crash, firearm recovery
Press Release The Acushnet Police Department arrested an 18-year-old New Bedford man following an early morning investigation into suspicious activity, a motor vehicle crash involving a stolen vehicle, and the recovery of a loaded stolen firearm. At approximately 1:05 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, the Acushnet Police Department received a report of a male… [Read More]
New practitioner opens business in Fairhaven
Press Release Has life pulled the rug out from under you? Are you looking for some guidance on your journey? If so, you may want to reach out for help. Lifelong South Coast resident Lori Richard, can offer support through her new business: Radiant Light Connection. Her passion has always been to serve as a… [Read More]
