Economy

By Colin A. Young State House News Service After wading through a raft of comments from municipal leaders, established industry players, and advocates, marijuana regulators on Tuesday ironed out the final wrinkles of their plan to establish a structure for home delivery of marijuana and create new business opportunities — …

By Chris Lisinski State House News Service The state’s unemployment rate dropped into single digits in September after spending five months above 10 percent, as employers reported adding 36,900 jobs and Massachusetts continued its economic recovery from the sudden COVID-inflicted recession. The Massachusetts unemployment rate dropped into the single digits …

U.S. Department of Education hails Congdon “an inspiring example” of student success. The U.S. Department of Education has recognized John B. Congdon Elementary School as a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in Washington D.C. made the announcement today. “Congratulations on your recognition as a 2020 Exemplary …

The popular New Bedford landmark Chuck’s China Inn has closed its doors and the location is now available to be leased. The Chinese restaurant has been a favorite destination for generations of hungry eaters and known for its water feature decorated entrance, the wooden dragon carved on the ceiling that …

By Katie Lannan State House News Service The median household income was up and poverty rates were down in 2019, while the rate of people without health insurance increased over the previous year, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Census Bureau. The bureau on Tuesday released its annual …

Colin A. Young State House News Service It’s official: the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal will be the primary staging and deployment base for the construction of both offshore wind developments that are expected to someday generate renewable power for Massachusetts. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs announced …

The New Bedford City Council voted 8-1 to go on record to oppose the planned decommissioning of New Bedford Fire Department’s Engine 8. Councilor Linda Morad was the lone “no” vote with Councilors Debora Coelho and Hugh Dunn absent from the meeting. Two motions were jointly voted on Thursday evening …

Massachusetts currently has the highest unemployment rate in the country at 10.2%, but there some great news for residents without a job because of the worldwide COVID pandemic: Federal Emergency Management Administration Administrator Pete Gaynor announced he has approved the state’s request for additional unemployment funds after weekly $600 federal …

According to Mayor Mitchell’s 2021 budget proposal, costs to City government are going up, state aid is uncertain, and local revenue is in decline. This recipe ensures your property taxes will go up, likely a lot. On average, homeowners in New Bedford saw an increase of $220 in 2019 and …

The following statement was released by the New Bedford Census Committee: The count for the 2020 Census is underway and it’s critical that everyone in New Bedford participates. By responding to the census, we ensure that the city has the funds we deserve to support our schools, improve our roads …