New Bedford to End Waterfront Vaccinations, Increase Dunkin’ Rewards
New Bedford's waterfront vaccination center is closing after this weekend, and the City is now offering a $20 Dunkin’ card to any resident who gets vaccinated.
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New Bedford Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro Announces Retirement
New Bedford Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro has announced that he is retiring from the department. His last day will be April 23.
New Bedford Schools Announce Increase to In-Person Learning
New Bedford Public Schools is set to launch the next phase of increased in-person instruction in classrooms, beginning on March 1.
New Bedford Police Officer’s Home Reportedly Fired Upon
The home of a New Bedford Police officer was reportedly fired upon early Thursday morning, and two city councilors are asking why nobody was informed.
Mitchell: No New Year’s Eve Fireworks for New Bedford
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell reiterated that there will be no fireworks Thursday night, and also gave an update on COVID-19 vaccinations in the city.
COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives at St. Luke’s Hospital
The first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived in New Bedford late Wednesday morning.
New Bedford Greenlights Trick or Treating
Listen to Mayor Jon Mitchell as he gives the thumbs up to trick or treating this Halloween in New Bedford.
When Will the Zeiterion Theatre Re-Open?
Most of Massachusetts is now in Phase Three, Stage Two, leaving music lovers wondering when the Zeiterion Theatre be able to re-open.
Mayor Mitchell on Carole Baskin Case
Former U.S. Attorney Jon Mitchell says he thought Carole Baskin didn't have a very good explanation about what happened to her husband.
Mayor Mitchell Sets Curfew for All City-Owned Property Due to EEE
New Bedford is now under a city-wide curfew four outdoor activities on city property because of concerns of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in the area.