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
Hetty Green Returns to New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
Irene Duprey-Gutierrez said that while some people call New Bedford's legendary Hetty Green 'The Witch of Wall Street,' she calls her a wizard.
Bullard’s Public Life in New Bedford Highlighted in Memoir [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
In his memoir, former New Bedford Mayor John Bullard said he wanted to encourage young people to consider doing what he did, try to fix up their hometown.
Delicious Food and Fun to Highlight Mattapoisett’s Taste of the Town
You couldn't ask for a nicer setting for the 19th annual Taste of the Town in Mattapoisett, with a stunning view of Mattapoisett Harbor.
Public Art Is DATMA’s Gift to New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
DATMA is celebrating its fifth year in New Bedford promoting public art with a variety of exhibits and programs.
Challenging Racism in the Tri-Town Area [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Rhonda Baptiste grew up in Mattapoisett, but she knows the experiences of her biracial son are much different than what she experienced growing up.
New Bedford’s Abolition Row Park A Symbol of Freedom [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Abolition Row Park in New Bedford may be small, but the message it sends is mighty. That message, of course, is freedom.
Flower Gardens on Display in Mattapoisett [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The exact locations of the six gardens in this year's tour will be revealed on June 24, the day of the tour.
Reconnecting With Friends at the Fairhaven Homecoming Fair [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The Fairhaven Homecoming Fair will feature dozens of vendors, food, free entertainment, and activities for children, along with an art show and more.
Swimming Buzzards Bay: A 30-Year Tradition [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
More than 300 swimmers are expected to take part in the Buzzards Bay Swim, and all money raised will be directed to programs aimed at keeping the bay clean.
Full Bloom Festival Back for Year Three in Fairhaven
This year's Full Bloom Festival will also see the unveiling of a community garden at Cushman Park.