Fairhaven has received the go-ahead from the state to fix the sidewalk on Causeway Road, due to the emergency nature of the work.  Fairhaven Highway Superintendent Josh Crabb said the public works department will open for bids in a couple of weeks with the hope hat work can start in the middle of April. The… [Read More]

The Election Dear Frankie, Slick and Rufus are run­ning for the dog park presidency. It is the most heated election we have ever had.  Slick, a newcomer, believes in strict rule adherence and proposes setting up patrols to enforce an immediate fine and suspension for rule breakers.  Rufus, a park co-founder, sees less urgency. He… [Read More]

The sidewalk along Causeway Road from Hoppy’s Landing to the other side of the opening is closed due to the discovery of several large sinkholes and breaks in the asphalt. Fairhaven Highway Superintendent Josh Crabb said a resident called on Monday, 3/4, to report a hole in the sidewalk. Mr. Crabb found that the sidewalk… [Read More]

Patrick J. Carr Hello Fairhaven!  My name is Patrick J. Carr and I’m seeking a position on the Fair­haven Select Board.  Currently, I serve as a voting member on the Fairhaven Planning Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals, as well as the Economic Development Committee. I serve on the 40R Zoning Work Study Group… [Read More]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]