By Yue Ryder “I just wanted to share my thoughts with you because I just realized something about new bedford that I never really thought about before… I hope you like this as much as you liked the photo.” Settled in 1652 and incorporated in 1787 New Bedford is the …
Read More »Marijuana: Gateway Drug? Depends on what you mean by “gateway”
By Craig DeMelo This week, New Bedford Guide decided to reopen the age-old discussion about whether or not marijuana is a gateway drug. In the article the author claims that since recreational usage often precedes stronger drugs, it is, in fact, a stepping stone. Upon examination, however, this oft-debunked talking …
Read More »Is there still hope for a New Bedford casino? Yes and no
Casinos and South Coast Rail – the two items politicians love to tease us with. New Bedford residents have voted several times to support a casino only to have their hopes and dreams squashed by developers, politicians or political appointees. Just a few years ago, voters in Massachusetts approved three …
Read More »OPINION: Chantele Bruno’s murder shows New Bedford’s lack of respect of personal space
The following essay was submitted to us by Jeff Taylor. Have an opinion to share? Email mike@newbedfordguide.com. “With the news coming out recently regarding the unfortunate murder of Chantele Bruno, I feel it’s time to discuss what many of us know to be true to New Bedford: Lack of respect …
Read More »It’s your responsibility to clear your car after a snowfall
With each snowfall, comes responsibilities – the city and state must salt, sand and plow the roads. We citizens have our responsibilities too; we have to clear our driveway, walkways, sidewalks and cars. However, with each snowfall, we see the same laziness or ignorance of the law and responsibilities and …
Read More »Opinion: Little is being done about bullying at Parker Elementary School
Do you have a child that goes to a school in New Bedford, is subject to bullying, but getting little to no response or action for the school? Kourtney shares her grievance: “My daughter is a 10 yr old 5th grader at Parker Elementary School and she is one of …
Read More »Opinion: Why doesn’t the mayor fine homeowners that do not clear sidewalks?
Here’s a letter to the New Bedford Guide editor concerning homeowners that do not clear their sidewalks: “My question is how come the City of New Bedford during snowy times can implement a parking ban and raise over $30,000, to which we see NOT where it goes and they are …
Read More »Live with New Bedford Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro and Lt. Rezendes
Live with New Bedford Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro and public information officer Lt. Rezendes to discuss New Bedford issues.
Read More »Chris Resendes Show with doctors Michael Rocha and Bonnie Boerl
Chris Resendes Show sat down with Dr. Mike Rocha and Dr Bonnie Boerl to discuss the medical field’s role in creating the Opioid Epidemic and what they’ve done now to help fight it. They’ll also touch upon programs and ideas that will help our children stay away from drug abuse.
Read More »The LGBTQ Voice – Parents with LGBTQ children
Join The LGBTQ Voice for their fourth episode! In this episode, we will chat with parents with LGBTQ children. Catch The LGBTQ Voice on New Bedford Guide’s Facebook page every Tuesday at 7pm.
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