I first met Pamela Whipple, or Bunny as she is known to her friends, having a blast last summer at AHA: Kids Rule! Not only was her booth filled with an array of brightly colored, hand-made, hula hoops, but it was also swarming with interested people of all ages, hooping …
Read More »A Visit to the Whaling Museum Research Library
The New Bedford Crawler Series: New Bedford as seen by the people who live and work there. As I stepped out of my car on a fall morning in downtown New Bedford, I was drawn by the strong salty smell of the ocean and the omnipresent cry of the local …
Read More »Whaling City: An Interview with Jay Burke
As the city of New Bedford prepares for the fast-approaching screening of local director Jay Burke’s film “Whaling City” on September 24, NewBedfordGuide.com talked with the film’s writer and director, Jay Burke. Also, see our recent interview with the film’s star P.J. Sosko. New Bedford Guide (NBG): Tell me about …
Read More »New Bedford Spotlight: Joe Jesus
The New Bedford Crawler Series: New Bedford as seen by the people who live and work there. When Joe Jesus walks into the Shawmut Diner, he is welcomed like a soldier returning home. As he passes through the front doors he immediately gets a “Hi Joe!” from both of the …
Read More »Interview with Devon Barley
Mattapoisett native, Devon Barley, took a chance, headed out for an audition to pursue his dream, singing. He landed a spot on the new show “The Voice”, hoping to make it all the way. The Voice, airing for the first time this year, with judges, Adam Levine, Cee Lo Green, …
Read More »i9 Sports
Run by New Bedford residents Peter and Rachel Pacheco, i9's Youth Sports Leagues offer an amazing opportunity for children of any age or ability to get some exercise, make new friends, and become part of a team.
Read More »Community Boating Center
At the Community Boating Center in New Bedford, people learn about more than just sailing.
Read More »The Hair Studio
Meet Alycia Halle, owner of The Hair Studio and part of the BAM Foundation, a non-profit organization helping South Coast families who are battling cancer.
Read More »Musician Spotlight on the Lesser Knowns
It was a Friday night, near the end of May. I was at the Black Watch Pub looking around at the crowd of people that looked like younger, tamer versions of myself. I was drinking my vodka soda water & lime (thanks Slow-Carb Diet), waiting for the band I came …
Read More »An Interview with Camille Chu
Find out how this local woman ended up being a huge part of one of the best indie video games of 2010, Chu's Dynasty.
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