By Beth David, Editor In parts of northern New England, the solar eclipse reached “totality,” meaning the sun was completely blocked out by the moon passing by in the middle of the day. Around here, we had 92% and it barely got a little dark. But if you looked up (with the right eye protection,… [Read More]

Press Release The Fairhaven Fire Department responded to a reported shed fire in the rear of 14 Jefferson Street. The first crew arrived at 0053 hours on 4/4/24 to find a fully involved shed fire with exposures.  The fire extended to a 21 foot recreational boat and caused damage to a 2013 GMC Acadia which… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Historical Society sponsored a free author talk by Charles Slack on his book “Hetty, the Genius and Madness of America’s First Female Tycoon,” about Hetty Green. The Fairhaven Town Hall was filled to the rafters, literally, with even the balcony seats filled up, and an estimated 300+ people showing up to  hear the… [Read More]

Submitted The April Food Day drive was another success with the partner­ships of the Belonging Committee, Fairhaven Rotary, and the Fairhaven Lions club! The three groups were able to have boxes across the com­mu­nity in businesses and municipal buildings to restock shelves at the First Congregational Church of Fairhaven’s food pantry, to help families at… [Read More]

Artistically Challenged Dear Frankie, I am the odd one in my family regarding musical and artistic talent. My mom is an artist, my brother plays the piano in the junior sym­phony, and my dad is a graphic designer.  I can’t draw a straight line or carry a tune. When asked if I am as talented… [Read More]

Press Release Ever wonder what a creature from the “Plasticine Era” might look like? Or a wardrobe containing repurposed marine debris? Now is your chance, during the annual Earth Eve Parade, which kicks off AHA! Night on Thursday, April 11th, celebrating our Sustainable South Coast. The parade, beginning with the crowning of Mother Earth and… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Fairahven voters went to the polls on Monday, 4/1/24, to choose officials for a number of boards and to answer a ballot question. The question asked if the town wanted to change the Town Clerk position from elected to appointed. A resounding “no,” vote came back, 1407 to 981, keeping the… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The North Fairhaven Improvement Association held its annual egg hunt at Livesey Park on Saturday, 3/30, with hundreds of young’uns and their adults participating.  The 38 degree temperature with biting winds did not stop the fun. The Easter Bunny was available for hugs, and free hot chocolate took a little bit… [Read More]