Ducks seem to be on their way to board the Steamship Authority’s ferry “Island Home,” docked in Fairhaven at dusk on Tuesday, 3/22/22, as spring tries to break through the last vestiges of winter at the end or March. The area will be facing some wet weather on Thursday, but the weekend should be in… [Read More]
Police nab Fairhaven bank robber, HMS locked down
Press Release FAIRHAVEN — Lt. Kevin Kobza reports that the Fairhaven Police Department arrested and charged a man following a bank robbery on Wednesday afternoon, 3/16. Konstantin Gladyish, age 24, from Westfield, MA, was charged with: Armed Robbery While Masked Larceny Over $1,200 Larceny from a Building Gladysh also had an active warrant for larceny…. [Read More]
Board of Health briefly addresses conflicts on inspections
By Beth David, Editor The Fairhaven Board of Health spent a few minutes at the end of their 3/16/22 meeting discussing the oddity of one board member’s ability and willingness to fill in as an inspector in a variety of areas. BOH chairperson Mike Ristuccia used the standard item for “any other business” to praise fellow… [Read More]
Candidate Statements: Planning Board
Kevin Grant My name is Kevin Grant and I’m running for a seat on the Planning Board. I grew up in Fall River and lived in New Bedford for years before purchasing a home in Fairhaven with my wife in 2018. I am the East Coast Supply Chain Manager for Revolution Foods, which is based… [Read More]
EFS students help out the animals
By Lori Richard, Neighb News Correspondent Over the past three weeks, members of the East Fairhaven School student in grades 4 and 5 have been collecting dog and cat food, toys, cleaning supplies and more in their Fairhaven Animal Shelter Pet Drive. The students conceived of, organized, and ran the fundraiser, including creating posters and flyers… [Read More]
Golden anniversary for Meals on Wheels in Acushnet
By Lori Richard, Neighb News Correspondent The Meals on Wheels Program is turning 50, and Acushnet Select Board members David Desroches and David Wojnar, Interim Town Administrator Jamie Kelley, state representatives and others were on hand to help celebrate this milestone at the Acushnet Council on Aging on 3/22/2022. Representative Chris Hendricks, State Representative Paul Schmid,… [Read More]
FHS Drama to present Into the Woods
The Fairhaven High School Drama Club will present the musical “Into the Woods,” its first production since the pandemic hit in 2020, Thurs., 3/31–Sat., 4/2 at 7:30 p.m., and Sun., 4/3 at 2 p.m. This year’s director is former FHS student Marisa Rebelo. For tickets, visit https://fairhaven-public-schools.ticketleap.com/into-the-woods. Tickets: $15/adults, $13/students, $13/seniors. “Into the Woods” is… [Read More]
Dear Frankie
Will COVID Ever End? Dear Frankie, My family is driving me nuts. All they ever talk about is how Covid has ruined their lives, and they can’t take it anymore. My Dad is upset because the golf trip was canceled. My mom is depressed because her cousin canceled the wedding reception and it’s too late… [Read More]
March is Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, when we try to focus on the contributions of women throughout history. Last month, during Black History Month, we included many women among the African American luminaries we highlighted. See our February issues for information on those African American women who made (or should have made) history. Women’s History Month… [Read More]
FHS students show solidarity with LGBTQ+ peers
By Beth David, Editor Members of Fairhaven High School’s Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) rallied their classmates to show solidarity with all LGBTQ+ youth across the country. In response to legislation in Florida and Texas, the students participated in the National Queer Youth Walkout on Friday, 3/11 at 1 p.m. Samantha Brodeur, president of the GSA at FHS, told… [Read More]
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