By Beth David, editor Oh, spring poked its head out a bit this week, but we’re not quite there yet. Soooo close. Pretty soon it’ll be time to spruce up the old boat and take it out there to see if it floats. There’s still a chill in the air, but I KNOW winter can’t… [Read More]

Government controls mean more controls “I have seen too many great oppor­tu­nities pass by the town because of past applicants who have come in front of Fairhaven boards and were subjected to many expenses that are not called for due to some individuals who are always negative to a good opportunity.” [Ruy DaSilva, Fairhaven businessman,… [Read More]

All right already…they don’t ALL get big fat raises every year. Apparently, I am in some very bad company with last week’s opnion. Also ap­parently, I need some serious educating. That’s why I love this job. I learn so much. So…teach me. The thing is, I usually DO think that our town employees are underpaid,… [Read More]

Monroe Has Proven Leadership Fairhaven voters are presented with a choice of four individuals vying for two School Committee positions in this year’s town election. I am asking that your first choice be Brian Monroe.  When you cast your ballot for Brian, you choose proven leadership and a record balancing what is right for the… [Read More]

Gardner Would Advocate for School Librarian I am a bit embarrassed to admit that until School Committee candi­date Laura Gardner told me, I was unaware that Fairhaven Public Schools employs not a single school librarian! As a lifelong educator (and the son of lifelong educators), I am well aware of the crucial role played by… [Read More]

Gardner an Advocate for Literacy Laura Gardner is seeking election to the Fairhaven School Committee.   Laura is a parent, educator, librarian and is undoubtedly qualified to champion the improvement of student achievement in Fairhaven Public Schools. As a National Board Certified Teacher in Library Media, and Librarian for Dartmouth Public Schools, Laura is positioned… [Read More]

I am writing to bring attention to the upcoming April Food Day event on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 9AM to 1PM at the Town Hall, 40 Center Street Fairhaven, MA.  The Belonging Committee and the Fairhaven Rotary Club have part­nered together for this event to bring awareness, resources and help to all those impacted… [Read More]

Bake Sale For Earthquake Victims a Success The bake sale we held on March 4 was a huge success. We raised $1760 to help Turkish and Syrian communi­ties in need.  The amount we raised far exceeded anything we might have hoped for and we are so grateful for your generosity. We had several people donate… [Read More]

The Truth is Somewhere in Middle.  In response to Stephen Grossman’s letter (3/16/23) I actually agree that bigger govern­ment is not the answer to controlling “Short Term Rental Operations” from being over its limits in the Town of Fairhaven. What we need in govern­ment won’t be found in the measure­ments of too big or to… [Read More]

A Vote for Brian Monroe is a Vote for Experience   Fairhaven voters, April 3rd is election day and I urge you to please consider voting for my friend, Brian Monroe, for another three-year term on the Fairhaven School Committee. I have known Brian for almost 10 years now from my days serving as Student… [Read More]