By Beth David, Editor After a discussion lasting about 1 1/2 hours, the Fairhaven Board of Public Works voted 3-2 at its 3/4/24 meeting to institute a $100 trash fee to be collected $25 per quarter. Robert “Hoppy” Hobson, Anne Morton Smith, and Travis Rapoza voted “yes,” while BPW Chairperson Brian Wotton, and BPW member Daniel… [Read More]
Ellison is finalist in Bloomfield, CT
By Beth David, Editor Fairhaven Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison has been named one of four finalists in the Town Manager search in Bloomfield, CT. Ms. Ellison told the Neighb News that the town reached out to her. She had previously interviewed with them before being hired by Fairhaven in 2022. “It’s an opportunity,” she… [Read More]
Region goes for Biden, Trump in primary; Correy Loses
Voters in Acushnet and Fairhaven voted for Democratic President Joseph Biden, and Republican Donald Trump (R) in the primary election on Tuesday, 3/5.* In Acushnet 504 voters chose Biden, 62 voted no preference, 45 for Marianne Williamson, and 41 for Dean Phillips. In the Committee Man race for the 2nd Bristol District, which includes Acushnet,… [Read More]
Questions for candidates wanted
Candidates Night The Town of Fairhaven Public Access TV is sponsoring a Meet the Candidates night on Thurs., 3/21, at 6 p.m. in the Town Hall Auditorium, 40 Center St., Fairhaven. The event is open to the public, and will run live on Channel 18 and will run live and be available on demand on… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Valentine’s Day Review Dear Frankie, At Mahjong last week, Violette asked the group how they had celebrated Valentine’s Day. Martha said her husband sent her a dozen red roses, which was unusual for him. She said she hasn’t stopped thinking about it and wondering if she should be concerned. Cindy said she hates Valentine’s Day… [Read More]
NB Port Society/Seamen’s Bethel announces new president
Press Release Fred Toomey, long time President of the New Bedford Port Society, retires. During his tenure, Fred completed major renovations of the Seamen’s Bethel and Mariner’s Home resulting in the beautiful facilities of today. Phil Oliveira has been elected as President to continue the mission of the New Bedford Port Society, which includes… [Read More]
Bagged & Tagged!
By Beth David, Editor Oysters get harvested all year long in Fairhaven, even in February., although this Tuesday was just about 50 degrees, making it a little easier for the Blue Stream Shellfish crew to harvest 10,000 oysters from their aquaculture farm in Nasketucket Bay off West Island. Cody Jardin, James Gamache, and Travis Ortega… [Read More]
Fairhaven Select Board chair gets his hackles up
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Select Board meeting had some testy exchanges on Monday, 2/26/24. SB chairperson Leon E. Correy III engaged in his now common berating of fellow board member Bob Espindola and an exceptionally long diatribe about racism and racists in Fairhaven, reminding everyone that he is not running for re-election because… [Read More]
Select Board discusses concerns with Oxford Street home
By Beth David, Editor At its meeting on 2/26/24, the Fairhaven Select Board discussed and took comment on “concerns” at 14 Oxford Street. SB member Keith Silvia said he asked for the item because neighbors have complained about vehicles abandoned on the street. They have flat tires and have not moved in months. SB member… [Read More]
BPW holds off on trash fee, town faces $2.17 M deficit
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Board of Public Works opted not to vote on a proposed trash fee of $100 that would be assessed to each residential household. The board heard from a number of residents at its meeting on 2/26/24, some remotely, who expressed concern with the fee, spending about an hour and… [Read More]
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