The City of New Bedford and Zagster, Inc. today launched a new bike-share program that will provide New Bedford residents and visitors with a convenient, affordable and healthy way to get around the city.
Read More »Adoption spotlight at The Humane Society & Shelter SouthCoast
Live from The Humane Society & Shelter SouthCoast on 31 Ventura Drive in North Dartmouth to meet some animals. Want to adopt one of them? Contact (508) 995-6661. This live stream is sponsored by Amaral and Associates, the areas most trusted and independent realtors. Check out https://amaraladvantage.com/ for new listings …
Read More »New Bedford adds three new police officers to the force
The New Bedford Police Department welcomed three new officers Thursday, April 12, at a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall. Officers Marc Felix Jr., Mason Oliveira and Robinson Ubri were sworn in by City Clerk Dennis Farias. The New Bedford Police Department welcomed three new officers Thursday, April 12, at a …
Read More »Buttonwood Pond welcomes swan paddleboats
The City of New Bedford and La Gondola, Inc. launched swan paddleboats at Buttonwood Park’s pond today, offering a fun new recreation activity to one of the city’s most historic and cherished parks. Buttonwood Pond is now home to six swan paddleboats, which will officially open for rides tomorrow, Saturday, …
Read More »17 Things To Do This Weekend (April 13 – April 15)
As always, click on the title for more or detailed information on the event. Most of the events were pulled from our event calendar where you can find hundreds of local area events each month. The event calendar is FREE, so if you are a local business, and not taking …
Read More »Christina Connelly named as New Bedford’s Chief Operating Officer
Mayor Jon Mitchell has appointed Assistant Chief of Staff Christina R. Connelly as the City’s first Chief Operating Officer. In her new role, Ms. Connelly will directly oversee nine key city departments to improve the delivery of services in important areas, and promote the efficient use of taxpayer dollars. Departments …
Read More »Faces Of New Bedford #150: Jack Leao
Meet Jack Leao, 30-year-old DJ. Jack’s parents moved to the US from Cape Verde prior to his birth in the mid 80’s, which is where dad began DJing local events and parties. When he and his brother were old enough, their father began taking them to events to help him …
Read More »Smoking Materials Cause of New Bedford Fatal Fire
State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey, Bristol District Attorney Thomas Quinn, New Bedford Fire Chief Michael W. Gomes and New Bedford Police Chief Joseph C. Cordeiro said yesterday’s fatal fire at 176 Potter Street, New Bedford was caused by the improper use of smoking materials. The Bristol District Attorney’s office …
Read More »New Bedford launches bike share program
The City of New Bedford and Zagster, Inc. today launched a new bike-share program that will provide New Bedford residents and visitors with a convenient, affordable and healthy way to get around town. Starting today, New Bedford cruiser bikes will be available at Fort Taber Park and State Pier stations …
Read More »New Bedford police officers credited with reuniting lost couple with family
Two New Bedford Police officers are credited with reuniting an elderly couple Monday, April 9 with their family in Connecticut after the couple was located driving in the city, apparently unclear of their location. Officers Samuel Algarin-Mojica and Curtis St. Germain were responding to a medical call at the 500-block …
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