By Beth David, Editor Memorial Day got washed out, but not the sentiment. People crowded into the Senior Center (see page 13) to com­memorate the day. Acushnet had better luck (see page 12), they held their event on Saturday, so they missed the rain. Memorial Day is a solemn event, but also filled with gratitude… [Read More]

Kuechler is Obviously Qualified I’m writing to enthusiastically endorse Pam Kuechler for Select Board in Fairhaven. I have known Pam and her family for over 30 years. We have served together on various committees at the First Congregational Church of Fairhaven. Pam is obviously qualified for the Selectboard position based on her experience with the… [Read More]

Why Vote for Rick Trapilo? I will be casting my vote for Rick Trapilo because I believe he will be a strong advocate for fiscal responsibility and a common-sense advocate for us hard-pressed taxpayers of this town. In particular the working class and the US senior citizens who are dependent on Social Security and struggle… [Read More]

Kevin Grant Picks Four in Election I would like to take the time to endorse Miles Grant and Pam Kuechler to the Select Board, and Mona Phillips and Andrew Panek to the Planning Board.  I first met Miles when I heard he had taken out papers for the Planning Board. After speaking with him and… [Read More]

Kuechler is Breath of Fresh Air My wife, Jeannette, and I whole­heartedly support Pam Kuechler as a candidate for Fairhaven Select Board. As a community, we have the chance to vote for someone who possesses the dedication, integrity, and civic responsibility that we hope for in a candidate. Pam is a breath of fresh air… [Read More]

Darmofal Supports Trapilo As we approach another important season, it’s time for all of us to thoughtfully ponder who we might vote for to represent our town and its residents.  We should look for a person who as Judge Judy says, uses their two ears more than their one mouth — someone willing to listen before… [Read More]

Trapilo Embodies the Right Leadership Qualities I am a lifelong resident of Fairhaven, managed cross-functional teams respon­sible for providing good quality service, and have volunteered in various capacities across our town over the years. What I look for in a town leader is someone who listens, works collaboratively with the diverse groups in our community,… [Read More]

Voters should look for realistic leaders Nobody wants higher taxes. We can all agree on that. But the Town Administration has told us Fairhaven will likely face a $3.5 million budget shortfall next year. Some people suggest we can close that gap without raising taxes and without major cuts to services. Don’t be sold a… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor It’s Memorial Day weekend, and there are lots of activities to choose from to com­memorate the day. See page 3  for parades and other cere­monies to choose from in Acushnet, Fairhaven, and New Bedford. If you live along the parade route, please take a minute to put a flag out. I… [Read More]

Kuechler Has Proven Track Record I am writing to express my strong support for Pam Kuechler for Fairhaven Selectboard. I have known Pam for nearly all of the 25 years I have lived in Fairhaven. I first met her as a fellow parent at Rogers School, where both of our children attended elementary school. Even… [Read More]