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
New Bedford Superintendent Anderson Gives an Update on Schools [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Schools Superintendent Thomas Anderson offers a preview of the upcoming school year and some thoughts on education issues in general.
New Bedford Man Charged With Trafficking Fentanyl
Police say 30-year old Jesus Santiago was the target of the investigation.
Saturday Morning Fire Under Investigation In New Bedford
Fire caused extensive damage to a three-story tenament at 18 Holly Street in New Bedford.
New Bedford’s Reggae on West Beach a Big Hit [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford's Reggae on West Beach has been going on since 2017 and has proven to be quite popular. Organizer Fitz Lamarre shares the story of the event.
New Bedford’s Feast of the Blessed Sacrament Is Almost Here [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
With less than two weeks to go before the opening, organizers are preparing for New Bedford's 106th annual Feast of the Blessed Sacrament.
New Bedford Light’s Jack Spillane on Star Store, Dunn Trial [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane discusses the Star Store purchase and the impending OUI trial of Ward 3 City Councilor Hugh Dunn.
New Bedford’s Seaport Art Walk Is Here [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford's summer Seaport Art Walk began in 2013 and its founder, local artist Jessica Bregoli, is still involved today.
Acushnet’s Kevin Gallagher, Thank You for Your Service [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
There were no shortcuts for retired Acushnet Chief Kevin Gallagher. He started as a call firefighter, later named a permanent firefighter, then became chief.
Two Injured In Boating Accident on Taunton River
The boat struck the pier at the former Shell Oil Tank Farm at the end of New Street in Fall River.
New Bedford Group Seeks Solutions to Housing Crisis [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
A new community organization called H.O.M.E. (Housing Options for Momentum and Equity) is enlisting help from area residents to come up with solutions.