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Fireworks over the Port of New Bedford, as viewed from Markey Plaza. Happy New Year!
January 1, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Fireworks over the Port of New Bedford, as viewed from Markey Plaza. Happy New Year!
Chief Thody, Blue Santa and I handed out toys this morning in the pediatric unit at the Greater New Bedford Community Health Center. Many thanks to the staff there for providing children the care they need, even during the holidays.
December 24, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Chief Thody, Blue Santa and I handed out toys this morning in the pediatric unit at the Greater New Bedford Community Health Center. Many thanks to the staff there for providing children the care they need, even during the holidays.
Tonight labor leaders and elected officials honored Cindy Rodrigues (seated front and center) the former president of the Greater SE Mass Labor Council who for decades has fought for fair wages and working conditions in our region.
December 16, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Tonight labor leaders and elected officials honored Cindy Rodrigues (seated front and center) the former president of the Greater SE Mass Labor Council who for decades has fought for fair wages and working conditions in our region.
A holiday themed department head meeting. For New Bedford’s city employees, there’s no slowing down through the Holiday Season. I’m grateful for their dedication.
December 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
A holiday themed department head meeting. For New Bedford’s city employees, there’s no slowing down through the Holiday Season. I’m grateful for their dedication.
Congratulations to the newest class of New Bedford Firefighters, who were sworn in earlier tonight.
December 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Congratulations to the newest class of New Bedford Firefighters, who were sworn in earlier tonight.
The City’s Christmas Tree started its journey today from its home in the South End, and ended on the steps of the Main Library. It will be lighted officially on Saturday evening, December 6. Many thanks to the Brayton family for donating such a beautiful tree.
November 18, 2025 at 11:25 PM
The City’s Christmas Tree started its journey today from its home in the South End, and ended on the steps of the Main Library. It will be lighted officially on Saturday evening, December 6. Many thanks to the Brayton family for donating such a beautiful tree.
Like many others in our city, I am saddened by the passing last night of Bruce Oliveira, a New Bedford leader, father and friend. Here are my reflections on a life fully lived:
November 14, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Like many others in our city, I am saddened by the passing last night of Bruce Oliveira, a New Bedford leader, father and friend. Here are my reflections on a life fully lived:
What’s up with this floating press conference? Blue Venture Autonomy just launched a prototype autonomous surface vessel it tested in the Port of #NewBedford, which could yield leading edge applications for the @USNavy.
October 31, 2025 at 7:22 PM
What’s up with this floating press conference? Blue Venture Autonomy just launched a prototype autonomous surface vessel it tested in the Port of #NewBedford, which could yield leading edge applications for the @USNavy.
The looming cut off of SNAP benefits is already generating longer lines at our food banks. Whoever is to blame for the problem, volunteers iare stepping up to help needy families. Please consider a donation today by going to the United Way of Greater New Bedford at www.unitedwayofgnb.org.
October 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The looming cut off of SNAP benefits is already generating longer lines at our food banks. Whoever is to blame for the problem, volunteers iare stepping up to help needy families. Please consider a donation today by going to the United Way of Greater New Bedford at www.unitedwayofgnb.org.
We’re removing the barriers to housing development so more units can come on the market, putting downward pressure on rental prices.
October 15, 2025 at 8:09 PM
We’re removing the barriers to housing development so more units can come on the market, putting downward pressure on rental prices.
Today the New Bedford Ocean Cluster hosted seventeen state legislators from Georgia to Maine (and one from Oregon) who are members of the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators, to discuss #NewBedford’s national leadership in maritime industries.
October 7, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Today the New Bedford Ocean Cluster hosted seventeen state legislators from Georgia to Maine (and one from Oregon) who are members of the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators, to discuss #NewBedford’s national leadership in maritime industries.
Ever wonder who makes the label on a beer bottle? Name Plates for Industry in New Bedford does, and they make labels for products as far flung as medical devices and fighter jets. Congrats to NFI and its nearly 200 employees on the company’s 50th anniversary this week.
October 7, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Ever wonder who makes the label on a beer bottle? Name Plates for Industry in New Bedford does, and they make labels for products as far flung as medical devices and fighter jets. Congrats to NFI and its nearly 200 employees on the company’s 50th anniversary this week.
he $45 million expansion of Leonard’s Wharf, one of our main commercial fishing piers, is humming along — part of the $1.2 billion of new port infrastructure and dredging in the last decade in the Port of New Bedford.
October 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM
he $45 million expansion of Leonard’s Wharf, one of our main commercial fishing piers, is humming along — part of the $1.2 billion of new port infrastructure and dredging in the last decade in the Port of New Bedford.
The flu shot — no tears this time.
October 3, 2025 at 1:37 PM
The flu shot — no tears this time.
The point Rico the Green Aracari was making to me is that the @buttonwoodparkzoo’s new Animal Ambassador Pavilion, which opens to the public Saturday, will be one of the best animal engagement exhibits anywhere. Congrats to everyone who played a role in making it happen.
October 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
The point Rico the Green Aracari was making to me is that the @buttonwoodparkzoo’s new Animal Ambassador Pavilion, which opens to the public Saturday, will be one of the best animal engagement exhibits anywhere. Congrats to everyone who played a role in making it happen.
@capeair’s inaugural flight for its new regular service from #NewBedford Regional Airport to Boston was sent off in style by the NBFD. The service will enable passengers to reach connecting flights while avoiding Boston traffic and security lines and paying 75% less for parking.
September 29, 2025 at 3:45 PM
@capeair’s inaugural flight for its new regular service from #NewBedford Regional Airport to Boston was sent off in style by the NBFD. The service will enable passengers to reach connecting flights while avoiding Boston traffic and security lines and paying 75% less for parking.
@BridgeStateU Aviation School is the only program of its type in New England. Located at #NewBedford Regional Airport, it is expanding its capacity to address the national pilot shortage, including by adding this new hanger. Many thanks to @USRepKeating @SenMarkey @SenWarren
September 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
@BridgeStateU Aviation School is the only program of its type in New England. Located at #NewBedford Regional Airport, it is expanding its capacity to address the national pilot shortage, including by adding this new hanger. Many thanks to @USRepKeating @SenMarkey @SenWarren
All high fives on the first day of school at the Irwin Jacobs Elementary School. These kids are ready go!
August 28, 2025 at 9:03 PM
All high fives on the first day of school at the Irwin Jacobs Elementary School. These kids are ready go!
The #CapeVerde islands recently experienced mudslides that destroyed thousands of homes. The Cape Verdean Association of New Bedford, the Verdean Vets, and others organized a relief effort today that blew away expectations. I’m proud to live in a city with so much generosity.
August 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The #CapeVerde islands recently experienced mudslides that destroyed thousands of homes. The Cape Verdean Association of New Bedford, the Verdean Vets, and others organized a relief effort today that blew away expectations. I’m proud to live in a city with so much generosity.
Today New Bedford officially joined the ranks of #PurpleHeart Cities. When we see these signs, we’d do well to remember that real people, like these recipients from New Bedford, made profound sacrifices for our country.
August 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Today New Bedford officially joined the ranks of #PurpleHeart Cities. When we see these signs, we’d do well to remember that real people, like these recipients from New Bedford, made profound sacrifices for our country.
On August 20, 1925, one hundred years ago today, the last whaling vessel to return to port with oil, the John R. Manta, sailed into New Bedford with a load of 300 barrels, marking the end of the traditional high seas whaling industry in the United States.
August 20, 2025 at 2:29 PM
On August 20, 1925, one hundred years ago today, the last whaling vessel to return to port with oil, the John R. Manta, sailed into New Bedford with a load of 300 barrels, marking the end of the traditional high seas whaling industry in the United States.
Tonight with Bishop Samuel Green and Reverend Sandra Whitley we celebrated the 200th anniversary of the founding of #NewBedford’s Bethel AME church. Once a haven for former slaves and a beacon of abolitionism, the church continues to have an impact beyond its walls.
July 28, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Tonight with Bishop Samuel Green and Reverend Sandra Whitley we celebrated the 200th anniversary of the founding of #NewBedford’s Bethel AME church. Once a haven for former slaves and a beacon of abolitionism, the church continues to have an impact beyond its walls.
Thank you to #NewBedford’s great friend Irwin Jacobs for his enduring support for promising high school students. This afternoon, he awarded scholarships to five seniors totaling $200k, helping to pave for them the road to opportunity, as he has for the last 24 years. @Qualcomm
May 20, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Thank you to #NewBedford’s great friend Irwin Jacobs for his enduring support for promising high school students. This afternoon, he awarded scholarships to five seniors totaling $200k, helping to pave for them the road to opportunity, as he has for the last 24 years. @Qualcomm
Today at the Vietnam Veterans Mem’l we marked the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. New Bedford’s enduring message to Vietnam Vets is this: We appreciate your sacrifice then, and your efforts ever since to help America live up to its obligations to those who served.
May 18, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Today at the Vietnam Veterans Mem’l we marked the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. New Bedford’s enduring message to Vietnam Vets is this: We appreciate your sacrifice then, and your efforts ever since to help America live up to its obligations to those who served.