By Jean Perry, Neighb News Correspondent While discussing the fiscal year 2021 Capital Budget on 9/24, not all Fairhaven Finance Committee members saw the value in adding debt for a synthetic turf football field amidst the economic uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic. There are eight capital projects totaling $2.9 million slated for FY21, with only the… [Read More]
Militia says final good-bye to Ellie Sylvaria
By Beth David, Editor This Saturday, 9/26, the Fairhaven Village Militia and the family of Ellsworth “Ellie” Sylvaria said their final good-byes to the militia commander who died unexpectedly in March. The service was held at his beloved Fort Phoenix by the cannons, and included the firing of cannon #5, which is now known as “Ellie’s… [Read More]
Shark sighting closes beaches in Fhvn
By Beth David, Editor Beaches in Fairhaven were closed for about a day due to a reported shark sighting at Hacker Street beach. A reverse 911 call went to all residents warning of the danger and alerting residents that the beaches were closed on Saturday, 9/26, at about 2:45 p.m. According to a press release by… [Read More]
BPW makes changes in street paving; holds off on auction
Mary Macedo, Neighb News Correspondent At its meeting on 9/21/20 the Fairhaven Board of Public Works discussed driveway waiver fines, the annual town auction, and a possible independent study of BPW finances. The board first met with Richard Medeiros about a grease trap waiver for his new business. He explained that he is taking over the… [Read More]
COVID-19 update: Phase 3 part 2 starts Monday in some places
By Beth David, Editor Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced on Tuesday that the state is continuing its methodical opening of businesses and loosening up of restrictions in lower risk communities. Performance venues and some other recreation businesses can open if they are located in communities designated as “lower risk,” which is defined for this order as… [Read More]
Huttleston Marketplace says “good bye” to a great season
By Beth David, Editor The final Huttleston Marketplace of the season was a great success, with 65 booths, the most ever, on Saturday, 9/19/20, according to Fairhaven Office of Tourism Director Christopher Richard. The marketplace spread out way beyond its usual space to accommodate the extra booths and keep them apart to stay within COVID-19 guidelines…. [Read More]
Selectboard members, ZBA spar over several issues
By Jean Perry, Neighb News Correspondent The Fairhaven Selectboard and the Zoning Board of Appeals met jointly on 9/21 for a discussion on training opportunities for ZBA members that resulted in a plea from the ZBA for support beyond training and education. Selectboard Chairperson Daniel Freitas turned it to over to Selectboard member Bob Espindola “because… [Read More]
Four Fairhaven firefighters sworn in
By Jean Perry, Neighb News Correspondent The pinning ceremony for graduates of the Massachusetts Fire Academy usually occurs during the graduation ceremony, but the pandemic changed all that, resulting in an outdoor gathering of the new recruits, their families, and Fairhaven firefighters and town officials on the front lawn of Town Hall the evening of 9/21…. [Read More]
Fort Phoenix gets a grand entrance
Press Release Under the direction of the Fairhaven Historical Commission, Fort Phoenix got a facelift at its main entrance leading to the Fort this month. Large granite pillars at the parking lot entrance now hold up a beautiful new sign crafted from metal that bear the name “Fort Phoenix” with crossed cannons on each side…. [Read More]
COVID-19 update: Schools start classes
By Beth David, Editor Local schools opened last week, with both Fairhaven and Acushnet using a hybrid model, meaning most students will have a combination of remote and in person learning. Some families opted to have students learn remotely full time, using tools that the schools provided with tailored a curriculum for the district. Statewide, Massachusetts… [Read More]
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