A local homebrew club took home first place in the first annual South Shore Farmers Brew Fest this weekend. Scott Stalter, Jeremiah Katz and Marcos Anello of Ole’ Buzzard Brewing, based out of Acushnet, won the homebrew competition with their India Pale Ale giving them their second first place win …
Read More »Inside the Walls of Ash Street Jail, Past and Present Coexist
New Bedford residents young and old passing by the exterior walls of Ash Street Jail have surely wondered what it looks like on the inside. Though the facility is the oldest operating jail in the United States, many would be surprised to find the number of 21st century features within. …
Read More »10 Local Women Compete to Become Miss New Bedford and Win Scholarships
The media is invited and encouraged to attend at no cost. The pageant begins at 6:00PM and crowning is expected to take place between 8:00PM and 9:00PM. On Saturday October 1st, ten young women from Greater New Bedford will compete to become Miss New Bedford and potentially win thousands in …
Read More »2016 New Bedford Oktoberfest Survival Guide
Oktoberfest is the largest “People’s Festival” on the planet. The festival was originally created to celebrate the marriage of Germany’s King Ludwig I to Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen, in Munich more than two centuries ago. All citizens were invited to celebrate with the royal family on the fields in front …
Read More »New Bedford Whaling Blues Festival returns to Fort Taber with showcase of local and national talent
The Whaling Blues Festival began in 1998 on Pier 3 as a showcase of modern, high-quality music with the city’s iconic waterfront backdrop. It lasted the next eight years and grew to hosting thousands of fans at Fort Taber until its last show in 2006. The return of the New …
Read More »Newport Folk Festival – another year, another smashing success with world class acts like Norah Jones, Elvis Costello, Violent Femmes, and great local talent
“Raise your arms! Feel your blood pulsing through your hands… This is FREEDOM!!!!” Those were the words of Patti Smith at this year’s Newport Folk Festival, followed by the cheers of fans roaring and shouting, “You’re amazing!,” and “Patti, we love you!!!” It’s no surprise fans were thrilled to see …
Read More »New Bedford High Wrestling Team Wins Division 1 South Sectional Title
The New Bedford High School wrestling team out scored Braintree by 7 points to win the Division 1 South Sectional Wrestling Title. New Bedford had five individual champions; Brett Layton, Cody Costa, Brandon Layton, AJ King, and David Watts. New Bedford high head wrestling coach Steve Sentes was named South …
Read More »New Bedford Oktoberfest: Beer Guide
Not many events make their second year, let alone their tenth year, but that’s exactly what the SCBA and the New Bedford Oktoberfest has accomplish in 2015. With over $500,000 raised for at-risk youth & educational based charities along the Southcoast, Oktoberfest not only brings you incredible brews, but does …
Read More »Don’t Call it a Violin Show: Black Violin Comes to the Zeiterion
An unexpected blend of hip hop, Bach, and blue grass is coming to the Zeiterion Theater this Friday, May 29th at 8pm Come prepared for a party and see what all the hype is about as musical sensation Black Violin graces the stage of our Zeiterion Theater here in New …
Read More »Seventy-five New Bedford High School Students Inducted Into National Honor Society
The National Honor Society inducted 75 New Bedford High School students in a ceremony at the school on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. According to the organization, the National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS …
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