Press Release What may have looked like a ladder drill was actually a bird rescue on Tuesday Fairhaven Firefighters received a call from staff at Fairhaven High School reporting a large seagull had its wing impaled on a lightning rod on the roof of the High School and could not fly off. On, 8/21/18, at… [Read More]
Dementia program helps businesses with their customers
By Beth David, Editor Ever find yourself face to face with a customer who just does not seem to get it, who just does not seem to understand what you are saying? Your instinct tells you that something’s wrong, but you can’t figure out what. Should you get angry, get firm, or maybe consider that the… [Read More]
Accused dog abuser arraigned
By Beth David, Editor Paulo Raposo, 45, of 7 Morton Street, Fairhaven, was arraigned on 8/16/18 on animal cruelty charges stemming from a complaint filed back in June. On 6/18/18, Fairhaven Police were called to the residence on a report of a case of animal abuse. When they arrived, police were informed that Mr. Raposo frequently… [Read More]
USCG Tall Ship “Eagle” opens to public in New Bedford
By Beth David, Editor The USCG Cutter Barque “Eagle’ floated into New Bedford harbor with local politicians on board and crowds gathered in all the good places to see it glide through the hurricane barrier to the State Pier. As it passed by Fort Phoenix, the Fairhaven Village Militia shot off the Fort’s cannons in salute…. [Read More]
US Coast Guard Band performs in Fairhaven
The United States Coast Guard band, a 55 piece ensemble, played patriotic songs and popular classics, both instrumental and vocal pieces, at a free concert on Saturday, 8/11/18, at the Hastings Middle School gymnasium. The band was in the area for the arrival of the USCG Cutter Barque Eagle, which was open to the public… [Read More]
Selectboard meeting gets testy over Hoppy’s Landing fees
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 8/13, The Fairhaven Selectboard tabled a discussion on parking fees at Hoppy’s Landing, but not until after it got testy between the board and members of the Marine Resources Committee. What seemed to be at issue was the MRC not getting the materials in time to have a… [Read More]
BPW fills SMEO slot; discusses parking on Causeway Road
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on Monday, 8/13 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works held interviews for Special Motor Equipment Operator, discussed the new employee time clock system and the blocking of beach parking on Causeway Road on West Island. The board interviewed Alex DosSantos and Sean Simonin from the Highway Department about the… [Read More]
Local crew to row in London’s “Great River Race” on Thames
By Beth David, Editor It all started with a rower’s passion, which may be redundant because all rowers have passion, right? Pat Kavanagh, who came to rowing six years ago and got hooked, was surfing around the web looking for new places that he and his crew could row. Last fall, he stumbled on the “Great… [Read More]
Rotary awards second scholarship
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National Night Out builds community with police and public
Fairhaven held its second annual National Night Out Event on Tuesday, 8/7, on the front lawn of Fairhaven High School. Members of the public enjoyed free entertainment, including a K-9 demonstration, helicopter landing, music, and a chance to “Dunk a Cop” in the dunk tank. A variety of groups provided information on community resources, free… [Read More]
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