Veterans Day is Thursday, 11/11, and both Fairhaven and New Bedford are holding their traditional parades. Both were canceled last year due to the pandemic.  So, let’s show veterans how we missed honoring them and get out there and line the streets. Fort Taber/Fort Rodman is also hosting Veterans Day events. FAIRHAVEN PARADE Thurs., 11/11,… [Read More]

Fairhaven Town Hall employees got into the Halloween spirit on 10/3/21, with a costume parade, decorated door contest, and lots of Halloween fun. Selectboard Chairperson Bob Espindola also joined the fun as Frankie Valli (although he says he did not sing), and hung out with the Beauty School Dropout (a song from “Grease”) women. Judges… [Read More]

The Witches of West Island held their second annual Witches Ride on Halloween Day, 10/31/21. They rode around the island cackling, throwing candy, and otherwise engaging with the residents who dared to come out and watch.  ••• Click here to download the entire 11/4/21 issue: 11-04-21 Storm Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal.

On November 1, the state legislature;s Special Joint Committee on Redistricting released a proposed redistricting map for the Massa­chusetts congressional districts. This proposal would retain the separation between New Bedford and Fall River, leaving the Southcoast region divided. Senator Montigny opposes this proposal and has offered the following statement:  “The proposal released this afternoon continues… [Read More]

Alone and Scared Dear Frankie,  I always thought humans were a little dramatic when they talked about being over­whelmed and trauma­tized. That is until it hap­pened to me. Several weeks ago, my mom went grocery shopping. Usually, she leaves around 8 a.m. and is back by 11. When she didn’t come home by 1 o’clock, I… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor The Norrh Fairhaven Improvement Association’s annual Halloween Horribles Parade drew hundreds to North Fairhaven. The group marched down Main Street from Benoit Square to the parking lot at St. Mary’s Church where costumes were judged and treats shared. In a statement, the NFIA wrote: “Thank you to all of the volunteers and… [Read More]

By Beth David, Editor Christine Mitchell, 55, the former Business Office Manager of the Fairhaven Public Schools, pleaded guilty last Tuesday, 10/19/21, to stealing more than $100,000 from the school department. According to a press release from the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office and court documents, Ms. Mitchell stole $89,893 from Student Activities funds and Preschool… [Read More]