Tucked in Dartmouth’s historic Russells Mills Village, Parsons Reserve is quietly waking up for its annual showstopper. The 32-acre woodland sanctuary, cared for by the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT), is home to thousands of daffodils that were first planted here more than 80 years ago. As of mid-April 2026, …
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NEW BEDFORD – On April 17, Mayor Jon Mitchell, the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, and the New Bedford Port Society will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the world-famous rescue of six Irish revolutionaries by the New Bedford whaleship Catalpa. In April 1876, New Bedford whaling captain George Anthony led the daring escape …
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New Bedford, MA — The New Bedford Republican City Committee respectfully calls on all declared Republican candidates for Governor of Massachusetts to strongly consider participating in the upcoming live debate hosted by New Bedford Guide and Fall River Reporter on April 15 at 2:00 PM. This important debate will be broadcast …
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New Bedford, MA – New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) was awarded an Expand Massachusetts Stories — Story Forward Grant from Mass Humanities to share the Casting A Wider Net (CAWN) exhibit with the greater New Bedford community in a new initiative called Sharing the Catch. Throughout 2026, the FHC will travel the CAWN exhibit to …
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AIRHAVEN — The Fairhaven Village Militia will host its annual Spring Encampment, “Harbor of Courage,” on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, at historic Fort Phoenix. This year’s event is part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States and marks the 251st anniversary …
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Operation Clean Sweep is hosting an Earth Day cleanup on Saturday, April 18th, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. This Earth Day, we are calling on every person and every community to take a stand for clean air, clean water, renewable energy, and the protection of our health and the …
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NEW BEDFORD, MA – The New Bedford High School Drama Club is thrilled to present the wildly entertaining musical Little Shop of Horrors (2003 Broadway version), running April 10–12 in the Bronspiegel Auditorium at New Bedford High. This beloved cult classic tells the story of Seymour, a meek floral assistant who discovers …
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FAIRHAVEN, Mass. — Tensions are running high in this South Coast town as residents prepare to gather outside Fairhaven Town Hall tonight to voice strong support for the local animal shelter and full-time Animal Control Officer (ACO), services that could face deep cuts due to ongoing budget shortfalls.Organizers have called …
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Commuters from the Fall River and New Bedford area using the MBTA South Coast Rail line should plan for changes this weekend and several more in the coming weeks.Starting this Saturday and Sunday, March 28-29, 2026, service on the Fall River/New Bedford Line will terminate at Braintree instead of continuing …
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New Bedford, MA – Mayor Jon Mitchell will deliver the annual State of the City Address on Wednesday, April 8, at the newly renovated Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. The event will convene residents, community partners, and regional leaders for an overview of the city’s current status. The address will include …
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