3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (120+ words) NEW BEDFORD – A cost-of-living bump of 3% means an extra $60 per month for most New Bedford retirees/survivors, many of whom are receiving benefits below the poverty level. But it also means an... Extra $60 a month for New Bedford retirees draws…...

4+ mon, 20+ hour ago   (71+ words) New Bedford is known for many things, including being the whaling capital of America during the 19th century, its thriving fishing industry, and its rich Portuguese and Cape Verdean culture. The city... New Bedford's historic architecture earns high praise by WorldAtlas…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (130+ words) A memorial event for workers killed on the job was held at the Fishermen’s Tribute Monument off State Pier Monday evening, April 27. Memorial event observed in New Bedford for people who died on the job NEW BEDFORD – A memorial event…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (262+ words) SouthCoastToday.com The New Bedford Art Museum is inviting the community to its annual spring gala, Fiesta Viva Mexico, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. May 7. The event promises an immersive evening of art, music, and cultural celebration, according to a community announcement. Guests…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (95+ words) Gillette Stadium will host seven 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal. A New Bedford city councilor is questioning what the city is doing to attract tourists and benefit economically... Is New Bedford ready for a World Cup economic boost?...

5+ mon, 9+ hour ago   (256+ words) City councilors are exploring potential for cannabis lounges in New Bedford, but some officials worry about roadside sobriety testing. New Bedford debates cannabis lounges. What about driving while high? NEW BEFORD – City councilors are exploring the potential for cannabis lounges…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago   (194+ words) The epic winter snowstorm that became the Blizzard of ’26 began tapering off Monday night into Tuesday morning, but the SouthCoast isn’t out of the woods yet. The storm dumped as much as 31 inches of snow in the New Bedford area,…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago   (84+ words) The local branch of a statewide immigrant advocacy group has been reporting ICE sightings in New Bedford on social media posts. Are ICE officers in New Bedford? Immigration advocates issue warning NEW BEDFORD — The local branch of a statewide organization…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago   (93+ words) The "snow-day" decision affects 13,000 New Bedford students, their families, and the daily commute of people throughout the city. How is it made? How New Bedford schools decide to cancel school for snow days NEW BEDFORD – It’s a decision that affects…...