The Fairhaven Cable TV crew took the trip to Chicago to pick up their “Best Children’s Program” Hometown Media Award from the Alliance for Community Media Foundation on June 29th. “We had an incredible time,” wrote Alyssa Botelho who co-wrote the film with Nick Doyle (see 5/19/22 issue). Erick Sa was the cinematographer on the film… [Read More]
Obituary: Joan Andrade
Joan Andrade On Monday, July 25, 2022, Joan Margaret (Laughlin) Andrade, loving Mother, beloved sister, and dedicated nurse, died at the age of 69. Joan was born on October 2, 1952, in Brockton, MA, to Joseph and Mary (Milan) Laughlin. She received her nursing degree in 1973 from St Luke’s Hospital and started her career… [Read More]
WIIA breakfasts mean summer…only one left this season
The West Island Improvement Association held its third breakfast buffet of the season this Sunday, 8/7/22. There’s only one more left for the season, on 9/4, so mark your calendar. The breakfasts are a great way to meet people, get some good food for a good price, and support the WIIA and its events. For… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Fall Activities Dear Frankie, My birthday is in October. I’m going to be five and want to do something special to celebrate the big day. My parents said I could invite ten friends and suggested I write to you for ideas for a special canine celebration. Cody Dear Cody, If you invite a mixed crowd,… [Read More]
Quahog relay puts 600 bushels in Round Cove
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Marine Resources Department has completed this year’s quahog relay. On Thursday, 7/28/22, department employees transplanted the last 60+ bushels, bringing the total to 600 bushels transplanted in Round Cove. The program uses quahogs from the polluted Taunton River, and puts them in clean water. The quahogs are self-cleaning, and will… [Read More]
Select Board approves new town counsel firm; receives audit
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board had a full agenda on Monday, 8/1/22, when they reviewed the annual audit report, approved appointment of a new town counsel firm, and approved a change of license for the Seaport Inn, which has new owners, and the liquor license for Ocean State Job Lot. Zack Fentross, CPA… [Read More]
Proposed bylaw would create 40R mixed use zoning option
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Planner and Economic Development Director Paul Foley is looking for town residents and members of town boards and committees to join a working group to figure out the best way to implement a 40R bylaw in town. The new zoning designation would be an overlay district that would allow for… [Read More]
BPW says goodbye to Cameron Durant
By Mary Chasse, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on Monday 7/25 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works met with two people about driveway waivers and briefly discussed a project at Memorial Park. The board also thanked board member Cameron Durant for his years of service, as it was his last meeting. Mr. Durant stated that… [Read More]
Fairhaven receives $1.2 million from Seaport Council
On 7/26/22, the Baker-Polito Administration announced nearly $10.8 million in Seaport Economic Council grants for 19 projects. The grants will help coastal communities advance projects that benefit commercial maritime industries, improve resident and visitor access to waterfront assets, mitigate the impacts of climate change, and advance future dredging. The grants were approved at the 7/26… [Read More]
Fire damages Point Street home
Fairhaven Fire Department Press Release On Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 8:58 p.m., the Fairhaven Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 31 Point Street. The first crew arrived to find an exterior fire that extended into the attic of the two-story residence. The fire was contained to the exterior and a portion… [Read More]
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