Been up and down the radio dial a few times. Started in New Bedford in the late 1970's at WNBH/WMYS. My journey took paths through Burlington, Vermont, Plattsburg, New York and Providence, Rhode Island before winding it's way back home again. I have done missionary work in Haiti, air boated through The Everglades and watched the sun go down in the deserts of Arizona and Nevada but my best times are spent with my wonderful wife Suzanne and my terrific sons Zachary and Steven. My passions include kayaking, travel, music and following current events.
Barry Richard
State Budget Wrongly Hikes Spending During COVID Crisis [OPINION]
How do you justify a five percent increase in spending when your income is reduced by $2 billion? Would you do this with your personal or business budget?
Stop, Chill and Enjoy the Bridge Opening [OPINION]
How often do you get to just sit and relax for about 15 minutes during the day while watching the water and a historic swing bridge in action?
Massachusetts Resident Are Skeptical of COVID Vaccine [OPINION]
According to a report, more than a third of Massachusetts residents say they most likely won't take the COVID-19 vaccination when it becomes available to them.
Dartmouth Mall Seeks Protection During COVID Crisis [OPINION]
The traditional retail shopping experience, already challenged by online shopping, is in a serious world of hurt this Christmas shopping season due to COVID-19.
Baker Should Veto Police Reform Bill [OPINION]
This ill-conceived legislation is almost punitive towards police at a time when cop-bashing has become fashionable.
COVID, God and Our Obligation to the Community [OPINION]
The government has no right to dictate how we practice our religion, but we as practitioners are obliged to do our best to keep our community safe from harm.
Community Rallies Around Fire Victims [OPINION]
We help each other. We raise each other up in times of crisis. It's who we are.
New Bedford Couple Thankful for Holiday Stranger [OPINION]
Shirley and Bap were stunned to learn that their $150 grocery bill was paid by a young man who wished to remain anonymous.
Number of COVID Deaths Could Actually Decrease [OPINION]
Health Director Damon Chaplin said some deaths listed as COVID-related may have been from some other cause.
We Got By With a Little Help From Our Friends [OPINION]
The mutual assistance agreements we have with the great people of Acushnet, Dartmouth, and Fairhaven saved our skin on Thanksgiving Day.