Economy

If you’re a member of the military, a veteran, or the qualifying spouse of a service member, a VA loan could help you finance your dream home off base. It’s a benefit you’ve earned, and one that we’d love to explore with you in greater detail. One of the biggest …

dNB Burgers announced on Facebook that they are moving from their current location at the bottom of William Street to the old Noodle Bowl location at 768 Purchase Street. “It’s been a wild 5 years! Come celebrate with us we toast to a new decade and new burgers in 2020. …

Earlier this evening in one of our Facebook community groups “New Bedford” one of our members posted that “Walmart in Fairhaven has $5 Xmas Trees” So if you’re someone who likes a real tree, but doesn’t like spending $40 on one here is a great opportunity to get one before …

On average, homeowners in New Bedford will see an increase of $114 in 2020. In 2019, the average homeowner saw an average increase of $220 making the increase $334 over the past two years. On Wednesday, the New Bedford City Council voted 6-4 to lower the tax rates for both …

Eileen M. Danahey, President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of St. Anne’s Credit Union, along with its Board of Directors, are pleased to announce the addition of Michael Fleming to the St. Anne’s mortgage team. As Mortgage Specialist, Fleming is responsible for aiding in the expansion of the Credit Union’s …

In a Facebook posting this afternoon the restaurant announced that today would be their last day and invited folks to come down for a last meal. No reason for the sudden closing was given. Horta’s had a fine reputation for quality food at a very affordable price and was a …

NEW BEDFORD, MA, ISSUED NOVEMBER 5, 2019. Media representatives and community officials are invited to join the NFI Corp. staff as they celebrate 1,000 Days of Safety on Friday, November 15, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at their corporate offices, 213 Theodore Rice Boulevard, New Bedford, Mass. NFI Corp. …

The following was posted to Mary’s Steamed Cheeseburger’s Facebook page: “Who would have ever thought a burger joint in NB would be a destination restaurant for vegans and vegetarians, certainly not me. After much consideration, I have decided to close my restaurant at 288 Union street to concentrate my efforts …

Join one of the largest employers in the South Shore – and growing! Tech-Etch, Inc., is hosting a job fair! If you are a mechanically inclined individual looking to join a rapidly growing manufacturing company in the precision parts industry, please visit us between 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, …

According to the New Bedford Economic Development Council, a $15 million project proposed at the corner of Union and North Second Street by the New Bedford Development Corporation received all the necessary permits. It would create 42 new residential units, a café, and a co-working space. The current location which …