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New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell will deliver the State of the City at the newly restored Zeiterion, with proceeds supporting the United Way Hunger Commission and regional food insecurity efforts.

New Bedford mom Melanie Pereira turned her childhood in a fishing family into the children's book "Bag of Kisses," inspired by life on the SouthCoast.

Alibi Sports Lounge in Somerset serves Reuben sliders with slow-cooked corned beef and house-made sauce, just in time for St. Paddy's Day.

Magpies Bakery in Mattapoisett closes after five years; owner Jenni Strand seeks new entrepreneur for beloved pastry space.

Roger Williams Park Zoo is opening A Bug's World, a giant insect exhibit featuring massive ants, ladybugs and spiderweb adventures from April through August.

Massachusetts drought conditions persist despite the Blizzard of 2026 dumping three feet of snow across New Bedford and Fall River.

A viral social media hoax claims Massachusetts may require lawnmower registration. State officials say the RMV proposal is completely fake.

New Bedford Police are recruiting lateral transfers from other departments as they work toward a full roster of 256 officers, offering benefits and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

East Providence police disarmed a man carrying a rifle-like air gun during a tense roadside encounter that ended peacefully. The suspect was arrested on cocaine and weapon charges.

The New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge is stuck open again due to mechanical issues, forcing Route 6 closures and traffic delays as drivers seek alternate routes.

Employment scams are on the rise in 2026 and Massachusetts folks need to protect themselves.

Sail House Tavern in Fairhaven serves an ultra-thin pizza that might be the thinnest on the SouthCoast.