By Beth David, Editor Huttleston Harborfest treated the world to a “Jaws” themed festival and a free outdoor screening of the award-winning movie on Saturday, 6/21/25. Discover Fairhaven, the town’s tourism department sponsored the event. During the day more than 30 booths set up at Grimshaw Park at Fort Phoenix with crafts, food, information, and activities… [Read More]
Troop 52 to elevate Eagle Scout soon
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven’s Troop 52, is ready to welcome a new Eagle Scout to the ranks. Patrick Fleming of Fairhaven, a junior at Bishop Stang High School, completed his Eagle Scout project on May 31, 2025. The Troop has documented his achievements and all badges earned and will hold an Eagle Scout Court of… [Read More]
Acushnet TA treats community to cookout
By Beth David, Editor Acushnet Town Administrator, James “Jamie” Kelly sponsored his final community cookout on June 12, 2025 at the Council on Aging/Senior Center. Mr. Kelly sponsors the annual cookout as a way to give back to the community. He said it is something he has done in every community he has worked in. This… [Read More]
Fairhaven Korean War Veteran, Jimmy Leal, dies at 93
By Beth David, Editor Well known Korean War Veteran, James “Jimmy” Leal died peacefully on Wednesday, 6/11/25. He was 93. He was the husband of the late Dolores (Couto) Leal, who he was married to for 70 years. Mr. Leal was well known in the region for his advocacy work for veterans and veterans’ causes. He… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Rehoming Dear Frankie, I finally realized why my parents were arguing when I heard my mom tell her friend she wanted to find me a new home. She said I had become too clingy and demanding since the new baby arrived. As a first-time mom, she felt she didn’t have the time or energy to… [Read More]
No Kings protest draws close to 2,000 in the rain
By Beth David, Editor A steady rain did not stop about 2,000 people from showing up to a “No Kings” protest on Saturday, 6/14/25, a day that also saw an assassination of a sitting state lawmaker in Minnesota and her husband; and the attempted assassination of another Minn. lawmaker and his wife. The protest was part… [Read More]
1390 finish 51st Fathers’ Day Road Race
By Beth David, Editor Organizers said that more than 1500 runners registered for the 51st Fathers’ Day 5K Road Race on Sunday, 6/14/25, but 1390 actually showed up to run and finish the race according to RaceWire.com. Will Benoit, 22, of Lowell, crossed the finish line first in 15:03, followed by Ryan O’Connell, 34, of New… [Read More]
Acushnet TM restores some school funding
By Beth David, Editor There was lots of robust discussion as Acushnet voters forced some shuffling around of the budget proposed at the annual Town Meeting on Monday, 6/16/25, after amendments from the floor upset the delicate balance created by town officials. Town Meeting was determined to replace $155,000 to the school budget so the district… [Read More]
Randy Durrigan recognized by state legislature
Press Release State Representative Mark Sylvia (D-Fairhaven) proudly honored Randall Durrigan of Fairhaven on 5/22/25 at the first-ever Military Appreciation Day ceremony held in the Massachusetts State House’s historic House Chamber. Military Appreciation Day was created by the Healey-Driscoll Administration to establish a lasting annual tradition that brings together local, state, and community leaders to… [Read More]
Acushnet Lions Club holds annual duck race
By Beth David, Editor The Acushnet Lions Club held its annual duck race on Sunday, 6/15/25, sending 1,000 rubber ducks into the Acushnet River to race in the current to the finish line. This year, the race started just across from the River’s End Cafe, giving the ducks a swift current right from the start. Both… [Read More]
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