The clock is ticking for lawmakers to act on a bill needed to execute a deal between New Bedford officials and a charter school looking to expand in the city.
Mayor Jon Mitchell and Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro announced significant investments in the New Bedford Police Department this afternoon at police headquarters.
The Bristol County D.A.'s office has completed its investigation into the missing lumber meant for the Ernestina, determining there was no criminal wrongdoing.
As of today, there are zero medical or recreational cannabis shops operating in New Bedford. The city has just implemented a May 6 deadline for applications.
Mayor Jon Mitchell said the Mass. Teachers Association is 'wrong' about state law preventing the City from transferring the Kempton School to Alma del Mar.