As the New Bedford Pet Detective, a few volunteers and I have helped over a thousand lost pets get back to their owner. In a typical week, helping a dozen pets get home through the New Bedford Pet Detective and New Bedford Guide Facebook pages is common. I thought I’d …
Read More »Mayor Mitchell discusses proposed legislation to hold dangerous criminals
Governor Baker is proposing legislation to make it more difficult for courts in Massachusetts to release dangerous defendants. We asked Mayor Mitchell, who was a former US prosecutor, if it will have an impact and if he supports the move.
Read More »66-year old Taunton man killed in motorcycle crash in Kingston
This morning at about 4:05 a.m., troopers responded to single motorcycle crash on Route 3 in Kingston that resulted in the death of the operator. Richard Papp, 66 of Taunton was driving a 2012 XVS950 motorcycle Route 3 North by Exit 8 when he lost control on uneven pavement causing …
Read More »New Bedford Mayor Mitchell on possible Charter School expansion
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell discussed the push of Charter School schools wanting to expand in New Bedford.
Read More »How New Bedford could provide free parking for customers using City meters
Currently, New Bedford is providing two hours of free parking for many of the parking meters in downtown New Bedford. During my interview with Mayor Mitchell this past Wednesday, one of the business owners downtown voiced her happiness with the free parking and wanted to know how long it would …
Read More »Who Remembers … The Huttleston House Restaurant?
Here is another installment in our Who Remembers? series. You can browse previous articles by using the search bar on the right or by clicking here. These articles are strolls down memory lane. In some cases, the buildings, but new businesses have replaced them. In other instances, the buildings or …
Read More »Downtown New Bedford historical walking tour
Have you had a chance to take a downtown walking tour with the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park? Here’s a highlight with some great New Bedford history …
Read More »Live with New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell discussed tougher laws on criminals, NOAA’s recent decision and how it will impact fishing, Comcast and more.
Read More »Mayor Mitchell discusses New Bedford water rate increases over the past three years
Mayor Mitchell was asked about the combined water-sewer rate going up 10% a year for the past three years and if that trend will continue in the future.
Read More »PODCAST: Are roadways a priority in New Bedford?
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell was asked when roadways in New Bedford will become a priority.
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