The following three candidates: Incumbent Kevin Grant, Mona Phillips, and Incumbent Sharon Simmons are running for two seats on the Fairhaven Planning Board. The board also has two people vying for on unexpired term (statements follow the full term seat).] Kevin Grant My name is Kevin Grant, and I am running for reelection to the Planning… [Read More]
Mass. DOT outlines options for South Main Street
By Beth David, Editor Officials from Mass. DOT (Department of Transportation) held a public meeting in Acushnet on 5/6/26. About 30 members of the public and town officials attended to give their opinions about the proposed changes. The basic plan is to make improvements to the roadway, which is a state road now, then turn it… [Read More]
Obituary Naomi Shaw
Naomi Shaw Naomi Shaw, 78, passed away peacefully on May 2, surrounded by loved ones. Born January 27, 1948, in South Carver, MA, to David L. Shaw and Eleanor G. Reis, she was raised in Middleborough and later lived in Fairhaven and Wareham, MA. Naomi earned a master’s degree in english literature and taught at… [Read More]
Fairhaven Improvement Association holds 143rd annual mtg
Press Release The Fairhaven Improvement Association (FIA) held its 143rd Annual Meeting and Dinner on Wednesday, 4/15/26, bringing members and guests together for an evening of reflection, recognition, and appreciation for those who contribute to the continued vitality of the Fairhaven community. The annual event celebrates the Association’s longstanding mission to Preserve Yesterday — Improve Today —… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
The Greatest Gift Dear Frankie has expanded to videos. Find her on Facebook, Instagarm, and TikTok. Search for dearfrankiedogtodogadvice. Dear Frankie, Mother’s Day is almost here, and I want to give her something special to show she’s the best mom ever. I keep choosing between the bone I buried by the oak tree in February,… [Read More]
Fhvn Town Meeting supports override vote
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Meeting held an all-day meeting on Saturday, 5/2/26, but managed to get through all 29 articles, and passed a $63 million budget. TM also voted to support a ballot question for a Proposition 2 1/2 override. Prop 2 1/2 is a state law that limits the amount municipalities can raise in property… [Read More]
Fairhaven voters will face three ballot questions
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven voters go to the polls on June 9 for local elections. In addition to voting on candidates for all town-wide offices and Town Meeting members, voters will also decide three ballot questions: one to adopt a town Charter, one to approve a Proposition 2 1/2 override, and one to remove police and… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Fairhaven Select Board
There are three people running two seats on the Fairhaven Select Board in the 6/9/26 issue. Here they are in alphabetical order. My name is Miles Grant and I’m asking for your vote for Select Board on June 9. I’m running because I want to help make sure the challenges we face are debated thoroughly,… [Read More]
Cherry Blossom Festival honors Fairhaven-Japan connection
The Whitfield-Manjiro Friendship Society sponsored its annual Cherry Blossom Festival on 5/3/26, celebrating the special connection between Fairhaven and Japan. In 1841, 14-year-old Manjiro was stranded on a deserted island in the Pacific with his fishing crewmates. They were rescued by Capt. William Whitfield of Fairhaven, aboard the John Howland whaling ship. Manjiro returned to… [Read More]
Fire destroys Nice Cuts, damages Rivers End Cafe
Acushnet Fire Department Press Release At approximately 4:10 am on Saturday, May 2nd, multiple 911 calls were received simultaneously by both New Bedford Police Communications and Acushnet Police Communications reporting a structure fire in the area of 7 Tarkiln Hill Rd, which lies on the Town line between Acushnet and New Bedford. Both communities activated a… [Read More]
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