By Beth David, Editor Awww, man! That was no fun at all. I thought we were going to hear all kinds of fun stuff about Patrick Cahh and his pal, but the Select Board kicked the can down the road (page 4). Ah well.  Meanwhile, all of our papers were gone from Town Hall on… [Read More]

Mello is Intelligent, Capable Natalie Mello has our respect and support for the position on the Fairhaven Select Board. She brings a vast background of personal and professional skills which will benefit the town. She has been active in this community on the Historical Commission, the Commu­nity Preservation Committee and as a substitute teacher and… [Read More]

Kuechler Supports Ochoa Fellow voters,  I am reaching out to you all to ask you for your consideration in support of Kelly Ochoa for School Committee. Over the years I have had the privilege of seeing the good work Kelly does and I am confident she is ready for this new role.  I met Kelly… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor If it wasn’t so pathetic, it would be laughable. Trying to figure out if I’m talking about national politics or local? Take your pick. They’re both bonkers. Patrick Carr, Patrick Carr, Patrick Cahh: apparently he counts how many times his name is mentioned in the Neighb News, so, I couldn’t resist…. [Read More]

Common Sense? In reply to a request for evidence of the wisdom of one of his policies, Trump offered “common sense.” “Americans are the most reality-oriented people on earth. Their outstanding characteristic is the childhood form of reasoning: common sense. It is their only protection. But common sense is not enough where theoretical knowledge is… [Read More]

Ochoa is caring, committed I am writing in support of Kelly Ochoa’s candidacy for Fairhaven School Committee. I have known Kelly for over a decade through our church and have found her to be caring, committed to helping others, intelligent, thoughtful, and honest.  I first met Kelly and her daughters when, during school vacation, they… [Read More]

Submitted by Lynne Mason, Fairhaven A Plea from Two Healthy Century-Old Oak Trees near the Millicent Library Dear folks, we are your two healthy 100-year-old oak trees that reside at 32 Union Street. We are scheduled to be executed soon. We need your help.* Even though Fairhaven’s tree warden in their recent assessment found us healthy we… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Well, the local elections, might actually have a couple of contested races, even in Acushnet.  Of course, the field isn’t set yet, so things might change. Meanwhile, we can hope right? See page 14 for who took out papers in Fairhaven and Acushnet.  We had an earthquake! No, I don’t mean… [Read More]

Local Newspapers have a responsibility The financial considerations and avowed commitment to reporting only news that is specific and pertinent to the local constituencies is understandable, but it is now imperative that all local newspapers on the internet, or in printed form, must report what is transpiring as a result of the new presidential  administration…. [Read More]

Laura Gardner Supports Ochoa I am writing in support of Kelly Ochoa for the Fairhaven School Committee. I strongly believe that we need an educator on the school committee. Kelly is a lifelong educator and knows firsthand the challenges that teachers, families, and students face in this complicated school landscape. Her many years teaching high school… [Read More]