By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 7/18/22, the Fairhaven Select Board received a couple of staffing updates: one starting and one gone. Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison told the board that Building Commissioner Chris Carmichael tendered his resignation last week and she accepted it. Ms. Ellison said his duties are being covered by inspectors… [Read More]
Alex Silva sworn in as Fairhaven police officer
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Clerk Linda Fredette gave the oath of office to Alexander Silva at the Select Board meeting on 7/18/22, making him the town’s newest police officer. Mr. Silva, 26, is a lifelong Fairhaven resident with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Bridgewater State University. He has most recently worked as… [Read More]
Meet the Power Women of Fairhaven town government
By Beth David, Editor It’s the energy in the room that’s different, that seems to come from a camaraderie that is years in the making for some, and brand new for others. An energetic conversation springs up spontaneously, with everyone having something to add, but an underlying respectfulness that somehow results in no one getting cut… [Read More]
BPW screening candidates for highway superintendent
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on Monday 7/11 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed a water abatement issue at Hampton Inn, discussed the interview team for the Highway Superintendent position, and hired for the Highway Department. The board first met with an engineer for the Hampton Inn to discuss an issue with a… [Read More]
What, exactly, does inclusion look like?
By Pattie Pacella, Special to the Neighb News Meet my daughter, Grace. Grace is a very social ten-year-old who loves typical girly things, pretty colored nails, and playing with Mom’s cell phone. You or your child may know Grace through school. She has a smile a mile long and is always smiling. Recently, while riding in… [Read More]
Howe Realty to hold open house at new office
Press Release Howe Allen Realty is proud to announce the opening of their new office in Fairhaven Center at 18 Center Street. Howe Allen Realty has been a presence in town since 2010, specializing in distinctive, historic and coastal homes. The office space is designed to be a welcoming environment for its agents as well… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Witnessing the Unimaginable Dear Frankie, Several months ago, when Simon and I were walking to the park, we realized we would be late for the start of the race. Simon suggested we take the shortcut across the road. I wasn’t sure it was the best idea because of the traffic. But, before I could say… [Read More]
Fairhaven holds July 4 parade
Fairhaven held its Independence Day ceremony on 7/4/22 with a parade, car cruise, and ceremony. Classic cars, Jeeps from various clubs, floats, political figures, and even protestors marched down Green Street to Fort Phoenix where the big cannons were fired. At Fairhaven High School, the Lions Club raised the big flag, while a group protesting… [Read More]
Select Board okays historic register app for Rogers
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 7/5/22, the Fairhaven Select Board voted to support efforts by the Rogers Re-Use Committee (RC) to apply for the 1885 Rogers School building to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The application to the Mass. Historical Commission (MHC) starts the process and is a revision… [Read More]
Homecoming 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Fairhaven Homecoming Day Fair was back on Saturday, 6/25/22, in the center of town, with more than 150 vendor and food booths and the street filled with people to celebrate. Sponsored by the Fairhaven Improvement Association, the festiviites included an art show, music on the town… [Read More]
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