Seniors Can Not Afford Override As a senior citizen in the town of Fairhaven who lives on a very, very fixed income, I have paid taxes in Fairhaven for 70+ years. I urge my fellow citizens in Fairhaven to vote no on the Proposition 2 1/2 override. I believe that once the town gets an… [Read More]

The so-called unofficial start to summer is here: Memorial Day. Honestly, Memorial Day seems pretty official to me. Fairhaven will be holding its annual parade (see page 5), and I encourage everyone to go. Line the route, wave flags. If you live along the route, display a flag to show your support of those who… [Read More]

Wanting to Know What We Don’t Know I’m voting NO on this upcoming proposition 2.5 override and I’’ writing to explain why. We’re being told, and some proponents of the override are advocating, that costs have gone up and this override is needed to keep up with them. I’m not buying that oversimplification of an… [Read More]

Taxpayers Deserve Thorough Financial Forecast I’m writing this letter as a tax payer in Fairhaven with my own personal viewpoints regarding the override question. My thoughts are not meant to represent any other Elected Official or member of Town Administration. Tax payers deserve a clear vision of how the Town plans to balance the cost… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Well, that was quick. One of our town officials seems to have gotten into a bit of a scuffle. It is a rather disturbing video, and not a “scuffle” to the woman who got knocked right to the ground. Don’t worry, I’m going to put it up on the website. The… [Read More]

AG a Real Presence in New Bedford Our new Attorney General, Andrea Campbell, promised a significant presence in the New Bedford area and has proved it by setting up a spacious, multi-office, in downtown New Bedford. Hosting a large gathering earlier this month of members of various committees, elected officials and the public, A.G. Campbell and… [Read More]

Thank You for Stamp Out Hunger Donations This letter of thanks goes out to the folks in Fairhaven who donated non-perishable food towards the 31st annual “Stamp out Hunger” food drive sfor the needy.  On Saturday May 13th, 2023, Fairhaven letter carriers picked up donated food along their routes that totaled 5,340 pounds. This food was… [Read More]

By Beth David. Editor Oh, I know I was sup­posed to rant about something this week, but, it’s just too late. Maybe I’ll remember what it was for next week. We have a seriously jam-packed issue this week. First, how about that Sunny, huh? She’s such a cuddly one. See page 7 to read all… [Read More]

Hodgson is not Sheriff There is a reason Thomas Hodgson is no longer the sheriff. Despite an overwhelming affirma­tion by almost every print and internet newspaper having praised newly elected Sheriff Paul Heroux for the response to the recent uprising at the Bristol County House of Correction, former sheriff Thomas Hodgson had to weigh in… [Read More]

The  Sport of Politics What politics has become is a great Red Sox vs. Yankees. My team won and your team lost. What people don’t seem to understand is that your team influences the lives of millions of people for good or bad. If your team is rotten it can ultimately destroy the country. Case… [Read More]