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New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell provides the latest on the ABC Disposal and City of New Bedford situation.
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Councilor Gomes requesting State release Carlos Rafael fishing licenses to New Bedford
The following motion will be presented to the New Bedford City Council Thursday, October 11, 2018: WRITTEN MOTION, Councillor Gomes, requesting, once more that letters be sent to Congressman William Keating, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward Markey, for their immediate action in releasing the fishing licenses to New Bedford that …
Read More »New Bedford issues guidance regarding establishment of recreational marijuana facilities
A local moratorium prohibiting the establishment of recreational marijuana facilities in New Bedford recently expired. This week the City of New Bedford is providing initial information to the public and potential applicants interested in establishing facilities. General Guidance for the Establishment of Recreational Marijuana Facilities In The City of New …
Read More »Domestic Violence Proclamation Tree Lighting in New Bedford
On Oct 2, the City of New Bedford held a Proclamation Tree Lighting in support of domestic violence victims. A short program preceded the lighting of a tree in front of New Bedford City Hall. The tree will be lit each night through the end of the month in support …
Read More »Yes, you can overdose on marijuana
Yes, you can. This is a fact. Before you get triggered, this is not so simple and is far more nuanced. I know that many people who smoke marijuana are self-professed experts in oncology, anatomy, chemistry, quantum physics, biology, et al as well as all, any and every medical cure …
Read More »12 Massachusetts Programs Awarded Over $8.4 Million in Federal Grants to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Department of Justice is awarding over $8.4 million to 12 Massachusetts programs that are working to combat the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment and enforcement. On the first day of National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Department of Justice is awarding nearly $320 …
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 »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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