How the Islamic Republic of Iran is Governed Prior to the 1979 Islamic revolution of Iran, Iran’s leader was Mohammed Reza [Pahlavi]. He had close ties to both Britain and the United States. He wanted to modernize Iran with western culture, institute land reforms, and abolish strict dress codes for women, and have free elections…. [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor There’s no question about it, hell froze over on Saturday. Or am I just in an alternate universe? JOHN ROD WHERE ARE YOU??? Alas, only a handful of us old timers know what I’m talking about: Jeff Osuch suggested using Free Cash to balance the budget (see page 12). That is… [Read More]

It’s that time of year when kind individuals, such as yourselves, can help the less fortunate in your area. How? By leaving non-perishable food by your mailbox or on your porch, to be picked up by your local letter carriers or their helpers by 8 AM on Saturday, May 9th.  Each year, for the past… [Read More]

We all have a unique memory bank from which to withdraw. It’s part of what makes us individuals. At the same time, these memories that we have as individuals apply in some way to all of us. It’s part of what helps us better understand life as human beings. May I share a personal memory… [Read More]

Those who are concerned about the exorbitant amounts of money being spent in our elections, please join the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven (UUSF) on Wednesday evening May 13th at 7:00 P.M. for a Zoom presentation of a special informational roundtable discussion about how the Montana-based Transparent Election Initiative can challenge corporate political power and… [Read More]

My name is Andrew Panek, and I am running for the Fairhaven Plan­ning Board. Due to a work obligation, I unfortunately cannot attend the League of Women Voters Candidates Night (see page 3). I regret to miss this opportu­nity to connect with you.  So who am I and why am I running for Planning Board?… [Read More]

On Friday, April 25, 2026, I went for my early morning walk which brings me to the dock on the bike trail in Fairhaven. It’s wonderfully refreshing to watch the sun rise from there. Or just sit and relax and watch the marsh and bay and listen to the birds.  Unfortunately, as I approached the… [Read More]

I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Pam Kuechler for Fairhaven Select Board. She has demonstrated leadership, integrity, and practical problem-solving that addresses our town’s needs. She listens respectfully to all viewpoints, works collabora­tively to find common-sense solutions, and follows through to get things done.  Pam began her civic journey on the PTO of Roger’s School… [Read More]

To the voters of Fairhaven, please join me in support of Rick Trapilo to the Select Board. Rick is a self made person with vast business experience that is needed to guide Fairhaven now and in the future. During these difficult financial times the Town needs leaders who understand how to take a breath, digest… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor We have a jam-packed issue this week. Wow…I amaze me sometimes.  This Saturday is Fairhaven’s annual Town Meeting. We wrote a overview last week, but this week, there are some tweaks to the budget (see page 3). The animal shelter will be saved! Hallelujah!!!  Really, guys. Can we save the lofty… [Read More]