The view from the Zeiterion roof offers great views of the Fairhaven skyline across the Acushnet River. The bright sun has been doing little to warm up temperatures in these parts this week. Temperatures dipped into the teens, with high winds making it feel below zero at times. The region is due to get a… [Read More]
Selectboard approves new wage plan for water & sewer superintendents
By Beth David, Editor In a 2-1 vote, the Fairhaven Selectboard approved the amendment to the wage and classification plan to include the water and sewer superintendents at its meeting on Wednesday, 2/27. In a lengthy discussion that got contentious at times, the Selectboard, members of the Board of Public Works, and Public Works Superintendent Vinnie… [Read More]
Animal Shelter renovations help everyone
By Beth David, Editor Thanks to donations in memory of Michael Robinson (NeighbNews 1/17/19), the Fairhaven Animal Shelter has a couple of news features that are helping animals and people. A new ramp connecting the main shelter building to the garage, where the food is stored, makes it possible for people in wheelchairs and others who… [Read More]
New Fairhaven resident’s stay is shrinking…literally
Last week’s snow may have seemed like a tidbit, but Joshua Bellevance took full advantage of it by making this huge snow sculpture on William Street in Fairhaven, at the intersection of Center Street, near the library and Town Hall. After a few days, though, it lost its head and got very, very short, according… [Read More]
Heavy winds cause road closures in Acushnet
Monday’s wind storm sent a gust of 57 miles per hour in Acushnet, causing several road closures for downed trees, poles and lines. Fairhaven also had a wind gust of 57 m.p.h. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 2/28/19 issue: 02-28-19 Skyline
SEMLEC warns parents of teens’ 48-hour challenge
Press Release Somerset Police Chief and SEMLEC Search and Rescue Control Chief George M. McNeil and the members of the Southeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council would like to warn parents about a troubling new online challenge among teens “48-Hour Challenge” where they pretend to go missing for several hours and are awarded “points” for getting… [Read More]
Kickin’ around with the Kool Kids
The Kool Kids program at the Fairhaven Recreation Center gives students in K–5 a fun place to go during school vacations. This February vacation, the program filled up quickly, as spots are limited. So be sure to sign up soon for April vacation. The Rec Center also runs after school programs at the elementary schools…. [Read More]
Fairhaven ZBA still struggling with attendance
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals heard one of two hearings at its meeting on 2/5/19, citing the lack of attendance for continuing the other hearing. ZBA chairperson Peter DeTerra told a representative for 30 Alder Street that the petition would need a unanimous vote because four votes are required for a… [Read More]
Local family needs help when dad gets life-threatening flu
By Beth David, Editor Friends and family of Greg Silver of Westport, who grew up in Fairhaven, are asking for help due to a sudden illness that has landed Mr. Silver in the hospital fighting for his life. Due to complications from the flu, Mr. Silver has been hospitalized for more than two weeks, is unconscious… [Read More]
Two new cooking shows on Fairhaven TV
Press Release The Fairhaven Community Media — Channel 95 recently announced two new cooking shows both starting in February, The Family Table and Cooking with the Grandkids. The Family Table is produced by Fairhaven resident Kathy Melanson, and episodes will be filmed in her home kitchen. She will be sharing recipes that have been in her… [Read More]
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