I am a New Bedford native who's been covering local news in the region since 1973. I worked at WBSM for 11 years in the 1970s and '80s before joining "Local Cable News," Channel 13 in Fall River. I served as News Director there for 22 years, covering crime, politics and human interest stories. When the program ended in 2006, I happily accepted an offer to rejoin WBSM. My family and I live in North Dartmouth.
Jim Phillips
New Bedford Community Health Center CEO Gives COVID Update [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Community Health Center CEO Cheryl Bartlett said she doesn't think COVID will ever disappear, but will become more aligned with the flu.
Improve Your Community with Help From the United Way [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The United Way is encouraging small groups of people to develop a plan to improve their community, and it will award grants to get the plan off the ground.
A Slam Dunk for New Bedford’s Brown Suga Stationery [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford's Brown Suga Stationery and owner Jaden Teixeira were recently awarded a $25,000 grant.
Lobster Days and More at New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will host Lobster Days on February 22nd and 23rd, from 11am to 3pm both days.
Samaritans Southcoast are First Responders for Those in Crisis
Darcy Lee, the program's director, says the Samaritan Hotline received more than 33,000 calls last year, and is on line to receive 40,000 calls in 2024.
Onset Hosting Shark Expert Dr. Greg Skomal [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Dr. Greg Skomal, known internationally for his research on sharks and numerous appearances on Discovery Channel's 'Shark Week,' is coming to Onset.
Rare Riders Seeks Donations for Adaptive Equipment
Two SouthCoast families have teamed up to create a nonprofit that will help buy adaptive bicycles and other equipment for children that need them.
SRTA Offering Free Bus Rides and Sunday Service on the SouthCoast
Eric Rousseau says SRTA bus rides are now free through June 30th, and a pilot Sunday program will begin on January 28th.
New Year’s Eve Message of Peace and Love in New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The public is welcome to attend the First Night Service at New Bedford's Seamen's Bethel on December 31 at 5 p.m.
New Bedford Theatre Group Has a New Home [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford's newly-renovated Steeple Playhouse on William Street, also known as the historic First Baptist Church, opened its doors last month.