By Beth David, Editor No doubt you’ve heard of Frederick Douglass, the runaway slave who found freedom, dignity and his first wages as a free man in New Bedford. And, no doubt, you’ve heard or have figured out that he had some help along the way. New Bedford is home to an Underground Railroad tour,… [Read More]
Time for spring cleaning: Revere bell gets spruced up
By Beth David, Editor Who says spring cleaning is only for houses? The Fairhaven Bell Committee did some spring cleaning this week on the Paul Revere bell that used to hang in the Oxford School Building (see Neighb News 10/15/15 issue). The initial cleaning was done to remove all the bird droppings from 113 years… [Read More]
Candidate statements: Fairhaven Board of Public Works
Editor’s Note: Both candidates for Fairhaven BPW are write-in candidates. In order to vote for a write-in candidate you must write in the person’s full name and address on the line designated for that purpose on the ballot. For Mr. Durant, write in “Cameron Durant, 34 Bridge St.” For Mr. Haworth write in “Geoffrey Haworth… [Read More]
Candidate statements: Acushnet Selectboard
Roger A. Cabral My name is Roger A. Cabral and I am running for a seat on the Acushnet Board of Selectmen in the upcoming April 3, 2017 election. I have been a resident of the Town of Acushnet since 1994. My children both completed grades K-8 in the Acushnet Public School System and I… [Read More]
Acushnet candidates face questions
By Beth David, Editor Candidates on the ballot for the April 3 election in Acushnet had a chance to face off at the annual candidates night on Monday, 3/20, at the Fairhaven Senior Center. Only two races are contested, and one of those four candidates did not show up, so the only excitement came during… [Read More]
Unclaimed properties list available
Press Release Massachusetts State Treasurer Deb Goldberg announced the latest grouping of names that have been added to the state’s list of unclaimed property owners. Over 55,000 new properties worth millions of dollars are owed to individuals and businesses throughout the Commonwealth. “Give us a call today,” said Treasurer Deb Goldberg. “We currently hold over… [Read More]
Women of Greater NB project looking for names and stories
Press Release A newly formed alliance of organizations and individuals has come together to explore the impact of women from Greater New Bedford on its history. The Women of Greater New Bedford project will tell the stories of commitment, determination and sacrifice of women from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Organizers envision creating a walking… [Read More]
Online resources available for Open Meeting Law
Press Release As part of “Sunshine Week,” Attorney General Maura Healey announced that her office is offering new online resources to help the public and public bodies better understand and comply with the Open Meeting Law (OML). The AG’s Office will also be seeking input from the public on the state’s OML regulations prior to… [Read More]
March still lioning, but last storm fails to deliver snow
By Beth David, Editor Winter Storm Stella was a big one that wreaked havoc throughout the East Coast, including parts of Massachusetts. But it fizzled in Fairhaven. it struck hard on Tuesday morning, 3/14, and it came with high winds, but the snow accumulations just did not live up to expectations. The snow total was… [Read More]
Oxford project continued, ZBA awaiting traffic study
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals continued the petition by Stratford Capital Group to convert the Oxford School Building into affordable housing units. At its meeting on 3/7, the ZBA received more information from SCG, including a rendering showing the heights of the various parts of the building. ZBA members and members… [Read More]
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