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Grads, activists decry Voc-Tech cutting fashion program

May 6, 2020 by Staff Writer

Press Release Recent graduates of Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech-nical High School and community activists are demanding that school administrators reverse their decision to eliminate the successful Fashion Design program.  “The fashion industry has such a major impact on our economic structure. Fashion and apparel related industries employ about 1.9 million people in the… [Read More]

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From our readers: Introducing Climate Reality Massachusetts Southcoast

April 29, 2020 by Staff Writer

On the heels of the 50th Earth Day, we’re excited to introduce Climate Reality Massachusetts Southcoast, a group aimed at finding local solutions to the climate crisis and building public awareness to address them. We believe there’s an urgent need for climate action at all levels of society, and we welcome newcomers at our monthly… [Read More]

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From our readers: Editor should keep political views out of paper

April 29, 2020 by Staff Writer

I have never written a letter to an editor, but I figured it was time to voice mine and probably many other people’s concerns regarding your political views. I pick up a copu of your publication whenever I get a chance. I find the articles interesting and informative. Overall, I think you do a good… [Read More]

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“Thank God” Trump is president

April 23, 2020 by Staff Writer

“Thank God” Trump is president Dear reader, I would like to give both credit and recognition to Beth David, the editor and publisher of this newspaper. She provides a valuable service to this community. Her news­paper provides information regarding meetings, events and services. I addition, her letters to the editor section is a valuable asset… [Read More]

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FinCom is Doing Its Job

April 23, 2020 by Staff Writer

FinCom is Doing Its Job I read in the April 9, 2020, issue of the Fairhaven Neighborhood News  (BPW talks road repair and piping plovers) that Mr. Wotton (chair, Board of Public Works) and Mr. Furtado (Superintendent of DPW) are displeased that the Finance Commit­tee wanted to see the roads that the BPW intends to… [Read More]

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Sewer workers deserve thanks and praise

April 23, 2020 by Staff Writer

Submitted by Linda L Schick, PQE, Fairhaven Sewer Superintendent We are living through unprece­dented times that no one can truly understand. The country has essentially shut down, people are out of work, children are not going to school, and we look at each other and ourselves, wondering if we are carrying or catching a virus that… [Read More]

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From the Editor, COVID week 4…I think

April 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Well, we’re still here. How are YOU doing? I know this whole stay-at-home thing is getting kind of old, but, really, it’s only just beginning. The peak hasn’t hit us here in Massachusetts, it’s due any day now. Yet, we still have two deaths in Fairhaven.  Our state has been pretty good about trying to… [Read More]

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From the editor: COVID-19_04-09-20

April 8, 2020 by Staff Writer

Another week has gone by during this crazy pandemic time. Unfortunately, Fairhaven has seen two residents die from COVID-19 this week. The stay-at-home compliance around here is spotty at best. Yes, there’s less traffic, and fewer people out. You can see that because so many businesses are closed. But when you do actually end up… [Read More]

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From our readers: HARC opposes placement of CAD cells

April 8, 2020 by Staff Writer

HARC opposes placement of CAD cells HARC has provided the Fairhaven Board of Selectmen (FHBOS) with extensive and specific information with respect to the misleading and unprofessional presentations the EPA has provided for the PCB Dumps they are now constructing in the Fairhaven Harbor.  In the EPA’s published reports and presentations prepared under the supervision… [Read More]

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From our readers: Voting for Charlie Murphy

March 25, 2020 by Staff Writer

Voting for Charlie Murphy I wanted to let you know that I will be voting for Charlie Murphy for Selectman in this year’s local election in Fairhaven*. Here’s why: Charlie believes in the power of leadership over showmanship. Charlie isn’t going to be the select­man pounding the table and demanding answers. He prefers diplomacy and… [Read More]

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