Read It: New Bedford Police Use of Force Final Report
A commission to review use of force policies at the city's police department released its final recommendations on Dec. 23, 2020.
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Baker, Mitchell: Limit Thanksgiving to Household Members Only
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell joined Governor Charlie Baker in asking people to avoid spreading COVID-19 among family members.
Gomes Elementary School Teacher Tests Positive for COVID-19
The teacher tested positive Tuesday and has not been inside the building since Friday, officials said.
New Bedford Firefighters in Quarantine After COVID-19 Exposure
A firefighter participated in a training exercise then tested positive, the mayor's office confirmed.
Here's How Going Out to Eat Will Look Different Tonight
Are you excited about going out to eat? We'll try to get you prepared for how different it will be than what you're used to.
Whaling City Festival Postponed
Organizer Michael Sylvia said he's 'cautiously optimistic' that the event can be held in the fall.
The Plan for New Bedford's Re-Opening
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell gave his analysis of the state's four-phase plan that Governor Baker unveiled yesterday, and how it will work in the city.
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell Wants Our Input on When to Reopen
It's really the big elephant in the room. When and how we will reopen the SouthCoast?
Abboud Masks to Be Distributed in New Bedford
Joseph Abboud has revamped its manufacturing to produce face masks, and the City of New Bedford is receiving 50,000 of them.
Mayor: "New Yorkers, Please Stay on Your Property"
'We're not going to kick you out, but we ask you to stay right on your property,' Mayor Jon Mitchell said.