New Bedford Council Calls for Reversal of Sector IX Shutdown
Councillor at Large Brian Gomes says he's disappointed that the City's federal representatives have not been more vocal in their support of local fishermen.
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New Bedford Man Found Guilty After Arrest for Clapping in Meeting
A New Bedford man who was arrested last year after clapping during a City Council meeting has been found guilty.
Councillor Brian Gomes Supports Manslaughter Charge for Deadly Drug Deals
The New Bedford City Council may lend their support to a measure proposed by Governor Charlie Baker.
Martins Withdrawing From Assessor’s Race, Exiting City Politics
Steve Martins announced today that he will withdraw his candidacy for Assessor of the City of New Bedford.
Three-Dozen Candidates Officially File Nomination Papers in New Bedford
36 people, including eleven incumbents, are running for political office in New Bedford ahead of the upcoming elections.
New Bedford Police: Council Candidate’s Claim of Needle Stick is an ‘Anomaly’
A City Council candidate claims his spouse was stuck with a hypodermic needle at Buttonwood Park.
Who’s Running in New Bedford? Here’s Your Complete List
NEW BEDFORD — It's shaping up to be a busy election season in New Bedford.
Tuesday was the last day for candidates to hand in their signed nomination packets for this year's city elections.
In the race for mayor, incumbent Jon Mitchell is seeking a fourth term, but faces several challengers...
Council’s Public Safety Chair Urges Caution, Community Amidst Arson Cases
NEW BEDFORD - New Bedford Councillor-At-Large Debora Coelho is urging residents to band together and keep a collective eye on each other as police and fire officials search for a possible serial arsonist.
Coelho tells WBSM's Brian Thomas not only does that mean keeping an eye out for suspicious activity, but also taking preventative measures around the house...
Councillor Hugh Dunn Files Motion to Curb Panhandling
NEW BEDFORD — Ward Three City Councilor Hugh Dunn filed a motion, co-sponsored by City Council President Joseph Lopes, and Councillors Ian Abreu and Kerry Winterson, aimed at curbing panhandling by giving city residents and visitors a more effective way to donate their money, while also supporting services for this at-risk population...
Gomes Calling For Public Safety Summit
NEW BEDFORD- City Councilor At-Large Brian Gomes appeared on WBSM’s Barry Richard Show this afternoon to talk with Barry about his plans to combat the rise in crime throughout the city.
Gomes addressed a motion he is proposing to City Council in reaction to the growing number of violent crimes in the city reported throughout the Summer...