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From the Editor: 1/7/21

January 6, 2021 by Staff Writer

Oh, here we go again. This is getting sooooo tiresome. Contrary to Mr. Freitas’s fantasy world where first there are so many reporters clamoring to get into the room it could never be allowed due to overcrowding concerns and second there hasn’t been a reporter in the room in years (yes, he said both things… [Read More]

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Public servant means you choose to serve

January 6, 2021 by Staff Writer

The great thing about being a public servant is that you choose to be a public servant. People don’t choose their race, gender, orienta­tion, etc. However you make the decision to serve others. In the event that you’re unsure of this desire, there are steps and hoops to jump through. There are signatures you have… [Read More]

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Letter: A new year, a new idea

January 6, 2021 by Staff Writer

Fighting the Covid 19 pandemic needs to be job #1 for every public health official. While the federal government provides funding and the state provides regulations, I believe there are several steps our local government can take that might help slow the spread of this persistent virus.  Here is one new idea.  Every place of… [Read More]

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Letter: Mattapoisett Rail Trail work continues

January 6, 2021 by Staff Writer

To Our Supporters: Thanks to your generosity, we have accomplished so much together during this challeng­ing year. The Shining Tides construc­tion continued with minimal delay, our Fall Fundraiser for the Marion Connector was a huge success, and our regional biking and walking paths provided a bit of solace for us all. WISHING YOU A HAPPY… [Read More]

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Letters: Pantry says “thank you”

January 6, 2021 by Staff Writer

This letter of thanks goes out to all the generous people who contributed money and/or non-perishable food  to our 18th annual Shepherd’s Pantry holiday fundraiser. With a monthly expenditure of over $7,000.00 used to purchase food that is either running low or out completely, monetary donations are necessary to keep the pantry running smoothly. Blanche… [Read More]

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From the editor: 12/17/20

December 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Well, here we are, the last issue of the year. And, next week is Christmas. And, after that? 2020 ends. It’s been quite the year, hasn’t it?  This is also issue one of our 16th year. Yup, we have completed 15 years of publication. I know, I know, it’s not January. It doesn’t matter, or,… [Read More]

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Letters: BOH not protecting public health

December 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Board of Health is not protecting public health WHOOH — The boys on the [Fairhaven] Board Of Health have been very busy over the past few months. They’ve been toiling not to protect the public health mind you, but to cover their own asses.  OOPS, sorry Geoff I know that’s NOT a “professional” way to describe your… [Read More]

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Letters: Friends of Mattapoisett COA says thank you

December 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Mattapoisett COA says “Thank You” To our community of seniors, the Friends of Mattapoisett COA hope you are safe and well. We want to thank you for contnued support thoughout the years and hope things improve sooner rather than later. Although things are quiet at the COA for now, we do still hope to keep… [Read More]

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Letters: Hike of lifetime raises 9K

December 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Hike of a lifetime raises 9K+ As I write this during the holiday season, I have so much to be thankful for.  The last few months have had its peaks and valleys, but October 3 will long live in the hearts of the Hathaway family. That is the day I finally completed my 32-year, 24,901-mile… [Read More]

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Letters: Officials job is to serve the people

December 16, 2020 by Staff Writer

Officials’ job is to serve the people My name is Leon Correy and I am a member of the Fairhaven Sustaina­bility Committee. I also happen to be a black man, the husband of a Portuguese woman and the father of two biracial children, one of each gender. My house alone is a reflection of diversity…. [Read More]

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