Community leaders and stakeholders from around Bristol County who are in the fight to end the opioid crisis are convening at the Holiday Inn, Taunton for a half-day forum on November 7th from 8:30am to 1:00pm. The Bristol County Regional Alliance is a coalition of individuals and organizations who are …
Read More »FREE New Bedford “Citizens Police Academy” returns this fall by popular demand
Here’s your chance to ride along in a cruiser, obtain CPR certification, learn about firearms and experience the rewards and challenges of being a New Bedford police officer. Sign up for the free Citizens Police Academy, which returns this fall by popular demand. The academy will be held at police …
Read More »Nine handsome blokes sing everything from Broadway tunes to Pop hits in their first U.S. tour, at the “Z” Nov., 8
“A feast for the senses, Choir of Man will have you dancing down the aisles. Leave your worries in your coat and grab a pint!” – Broadway Baby Zeiterion Performing Arts Center welcomes the “ultimate-feel good show,” The Choir of Man, on Sunday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m. as part …
Read More »UMass Dartmouth Theatre Company is proud to present Legally Blonde the Musical, Nov. 8-11
This talented cast of students and community members has worked tirelessly to create a visually stimulating and meticulously choreographed performance that is meaningful and fun for all ages. Tickets will be sold at the door: $5.00 for students, $7 for faculty and staff, and $12.00 for general admission. There will …
Read More »New Bedford Regional Airport announces opening of newly renovated runway
The New Bedford Regional Airport is proud to announce the opening of our newly renovated Runway 14-32. This effort has spanned many months and countless hours of planning, construction, and evaluation. We want to thank all those that have made this day possible: Mayor Jon Mitchell, the New Bedford City …
Read More »Faces Of New Bedford #177: Sandra Orr
Meet Sandra Orr, 27-year-old Licensed Massage Therapist and E-RYT Yoga teacher. Growing up, Sandra had always been involved in dancing, even competing all throughout her childhood. As she got older, she started practicing yoga to help with the injuries sustained from her years dancing. Eventually, Sandra went on to school …
Read More »New Bedford Police Union endorses Geoff Diehl for Senate
Geoff Diehl’s campaign announced today that he officially has the support of the New Bedford Police Union: Geoff Diehl “refused to bow to the mob mentality of painting all law enforcement groups with the same broad brush of resentment and anger,” wrote President Hank Turgeon in the official endorsement communication. …
Read More »Generous local businesses donate protective vests for Bristol County K9s
Bristol County Sheriff’s Office K9 Officer Kenny Almeida has three children, and he always wants to make sure they are as safe as possible. That’s why he so grateful to the generous donors who purchased a bullet- and stab-resistant vest for his four-legged partner Will. “He’s family. He’s my third …
Read More »Mayor Mitchell request $300 fine for unattended clothing donation bins
New Bedford Mayor Mitchell has submitted ordinance changes that would fine owners of clothing donation bins $300 for not maintaining them and allowing them to overflow. The changes will be taken up by the New Bedford City Council this evening at 7pm. According to New Bedford Mayor’s spokesman Jonathan Carvalho: …
Read More »New Bedford Nurses, Healthcare Leaders, and Local Officials Join Coalition Against Question 1
During a press conference this morning at St. Luke’s Hospital, local nurses, healthcare providers, elected officials, and community leaders from New Bedford came together to discuss their united opposition to Question 1, citing the widespread impacts government-mandated staffing ratios would have on the region and their patients’ ability to access …
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