REVEREND DAVID LIMA

Over the past few years, prescription drug overdoses have taken a deadly toll on the Southcoast.

A multi-faith conversation for peace and understanding.

Rev. David Lima is working year-round to raise awareness about suicide and how we can help prevent it.

The money raised by this organization is used for the continuing care of the homeless, getting them from the street and eventually into housing

The Greater New Bedford Opioid Task Force organized an event on Thursday night as part of International Overdose Awareness Day.

As much of the nation battles the opioid epidemic the Greater New Bedford Opioid Task Force is organizing a speaking program and call to action which begins at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday at the steps of City Hall.

The rally organized by Reverend David Lima in response to Saturday’s chaotic situation in Charlottesville, Virginia took place in front of New Bedford City Hall.

Meet one of downtown New Bedford's regulars. I have known of and spoken 2-3 times to Rick. He lived outside the Pleasant Street post office for much of this summer. I've never seen him fight, use drugs, cause trouble. Last year, Rick was a main stay and focal point across the street at Bank of America...

In addition to opposition from the fishing industry, a local clergyman is also taking a strong stance against a New Bedford casino. Reverend David Lima of the Inter Church Council of Greater New Bedford was a panelist at Wednesday night's forum on KG Urban Enterprises' casino proposal...