I am a reporter at WBSM covering news and events on the SouthCoast. I also do reporting at the North Star Reporter Newspaper in North Attleboro, covering politics, news, elections, and special interests. Prior to joining WBSM, I worked as a reporter at the Lynn Daily Item, an intern reporter and anchor for NewTV in Newton, an intern correspondent at the Western Massachusetts-based blog Western Mass Politics and Insight, and as the general manager and chief political correspondent at WCCS Wheaton College Radio in Norton.
Adam Bass
New Bedford Welcomes Shipment of First Wind Turbine Components
The New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal became the landing site this week for the first parts of a massive turbine for the Vineyard Wind offshore wind development.
New Bedford Mayor Mitchell Touts Plans in State of City Address
In his annual State of the City Address, New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell described a city able to accomplish big projects and ready to complete more.
New Bedford City Council Favors Mayor Mitchell’s Ballot Question Vetoes
The New Bedford City Council Thursday night failed to override Mayor Jon Mitchell’s vetoes on three nonbinding ballot questions.
New Bedford Councilors Propose Refurbishing Nursing Homes for New Housing
Three New Bedford city councilors are proposing a plan to purchase dilapidated nursing homes and turn them into properties used for new housing developments.
New Bedford City Council OKs Rent Stabilization Ballot Question
The New Bedford City council voted Thursday to approve a non-binding ballot question on rent stabilization for this year’s election.
New Bedford Voters Elect Shawn Oliver as Ward 3 Councilor
Voters in New Bedford’s Ward 3 elected city constable and correctional officer Shawn Oliver Tuesday night as the ward's next city councilor.
New Bedford City Council Votes Down Mayor’s Proposed Residency, Salary Changes
The New Bedford City Council voted Thursday to reject Mayor Jon Mitchell’s request Thursday to change re-classifications for 151 non-union workers on the City payroll.
New Bedford Mayor Seeks Changes to City Council’s Salary Amendments
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell is seeking changes to the city council’s salary re-classifications for 151 non-union workers on the City payroll.
New Bedford Seeks Input for 10-Year Plan at Open House Event
The City of New Bedford is asking its residents to provide input for its 10-year comprehensive plan, and held an open house Saturday for public feedback.
Bristol County Sheriff Heroux Calls Inmate Organ Bill a Bad Idea
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is criticizing proposed legislation that gives prison inmates early release in exchange for becoming organ donors.