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New Bedford assault leads to 2 arrests

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Markey Enters Bristol County D.A. Race as Democrat Challenger to Republican Seth Aitken After Quinn Opts Out of Reelection

Massachusetts Democrat State Rep. Christopher M. Markey, who represents the 9th Bristol District including Dartmouth and parts of New Bedford, has announced his intention to run for Bristol County District Attorney in the 2026 election. Incumbent Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn I See the Story

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Brad Markey edges out Marcus Coward in 9-8 vote to claim New Bedford school committee seat

Former Ward 1 City Councilor Brad Markey was appointed to the vacant New Bedford School Committee seat on January 21, 2026, in a dramatic 9-8 joint vote by the City Council and School Committee. The position opened after the death of longtime member Bruce Oliveira in November. The process was ch See the Story

Southcoast Health expands care teams with new providers to New Bedford, Fall River, Wareham

FALL RIVER, NEW BEDFORD and WAREHAM, Mass. — Southcoast Health is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit community health system has welcomed four new providers. They are joining the endocrinology, family medicine and medical weight management specialties, and the hospitalist program. PatricNew Bedford · New Bedford Read Article

Markey Enters Bristol County D.A. Race as Democrat Challenger to Republican Seth Aitken After Quinn Opts Out of Reelection

Vineyard Wind report: Project has created more than 3,700 jobs

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New Bedford Police Officer Scott Brown retires after nearly three decades of dedicated service

"RETIREMENT! The New Bedford Police Union would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Officer Scott Brown on his well-earned retirement! Officer Brown began his law enforcement journey at the Pembroke Academy (classroom) and Plymouth Police Academy (PT) in November ofRetirement · New Bedford Read Article

New Bedford Police escort Abby as thank-you to family's toy drive in memory of daughter Grace

“Our officers were honored to lead a special police escort to drop a very special student off at school — a small thank you for a family that gave back to our department. Last month, the Winsper family generously continued to donate toys and gift cards so we could hand out presents to children across …New Bedford · New Bedford Read Article

Brad Markey edges out Marcus Coward in 9-8 vote to claim New Bedford school committee seat

New Bedford assault leads to 2 arrests

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Two men were taken into custody following a reported assault in New Bedford on Tuesday.New Bedford · New Bedford See the Story

New Bedford Light selected as a 2026 Report for America newsroom

The New Bedford Light has once again been selected as a host newsroom by Report for America. With the program’s support, The Light will launch an Oceans beat — covered by a new full-time reporter — that will explore the region’s rapidly changing relationship with the sea. The Light will join an expanding network of more than 175 newsrooms benefiting from Report for America’s support. It’s an initiative of Report Local, a nonprofit dedicated to …New Bedford · New Bedford Read Article

Iconic, historic, beloved Angelo's Orchid Diner in New Bedford hits the market again

The iconic Angelo's Orchid Diner, located at 805 Rockdale Avenue in New Bedford, Massachusetts, has been placed on the market. The classic diner, a long-standing fixture in the city's West End, has been closed for some time, with its interior reportedly remaining in a preserved state from its fiNew Bedford · New Bedford Read Article

With a looming state ban on food waste, is New Bedford ready to compost?

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New Bedford assault leads to 2 arrests

Markey Enters Bristol County D.A. Race as Democrat Challenger to Republican Seth Aitken After Quinn Opts Out of Reelection

Brad Markey edges out Marcus Coward in 9-8 vote to claim New Bedford school committee seat

Southcoast Health expands care teams with new providers to New Bedford, Fall River, Wareham

Markey Enters Bristol County D.A. Race as Democrat Challenger to Republican Seth Aitken After Quinn Opts Out of Reelection

Vineyard Wind report: Project has created more than 3,700 jobs

New Bedford Police Officer Scott Brown retires after nearly three decades of dedicated service

New Bedford Police escort Abby as thank-you to family's toy drive in memory of daughter Grace

Brad Markey edges out Marcus Coward in 9-8 vote to claim New Bedford school committee seat

New Bedford assault leads to 2 arrests

New Bedford Light selected as a 2026 Report for America newsroom

Iconic, historic, beloved Angelo's Orchid Diner in New Bedford hits the market again

With a looming state ban on food waste, is New Bedford ready to compost?

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Southcoast Health expands care teams with new providers to New Bedford, Fall River, Wareham

Markey Enters Bristol County D.A. Race as Democrat Challenger to Republican Seth Aitken After Quinn Opts Out of Reelection

Vineyard Wind report: Project has created more than 3,700 jobs

New Bedford Police Officer Scott Brown retires after nearly three decades of dedicated service

New Bedford Police escort Abby as thank-you to family's toy drive in memory of daughter Grace

Brad Markey edges out Marcus Coward in 9-8 vote to claim New Bedford school committee seat

New Bedford assault leads to 2 arrests

New Bedford Light selected as a 2026 Report for America newsroom

Iconic, historic, beloved Angelo's Orchid Diner in New Bedford hits the market again

With a looming state ban on food waste, is New Bedford ready to compost?

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