I am a New Bedford native who's been covering local news in the region since 1973. I worked at WBSM for 11 years in the 1970s and '80s before joining "Local Cable News," Channel 13 in Fall River. I served as News Director there for 22 years, covering crime, politics and human interest stories. When the program ended in 2006, I happily accepted an offer to rejoin WBSM. My family and I live in North Dartmouth.
Jim Phillips
New Bedford Fish Fry to Benefit Area Vocational Students
This year's fish fry is Friday, March 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the pavilion on the Feast Grounds.
EDC: Greater New Bedford Must Build 8,700 Housing Units By 2030
The New Bedford Economic Development Council is hosting a regional housing symposium on April 30 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.
Dartmouth Cultural Center’s Upcoming Exhibits [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The Dartmouth Cultural Center has a full slate of upcoming programs as well as some planned renovations.
Dartmouth Aldi Will Host Spring Hunger Heroes Food Drop March 23
The United Way's goal is to put together 1,000 'kid meal packs' to provide young people with something nutritious to eat during vacation week.
Ashlin’s Birthday Party Will Be a Fundraiser for Her Cancer Treatments
Ashlin Costa is a 13-year-old girl suffering from an aggressive form of colon cancer. Here's how you can make her upcoming birthday one to remember.
New Bedford’s Role in the Migrant Crisis [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Helena Hughes said migrant families housed in Fairhaven and Dartmouth were moved to Lowell, and her agency is now working with families in Taunton and Raynham.
UMass Dartmouth Professor Offers Grim Outlook on Global Hotspots [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Professor Brian Williams fears Ukraine will be unable to hold back the horde of Russian troops this spring without weapons and aid from the United States.
Final Days to Vote in Sweet Bread Snackdown [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Viva Fall River and New Bedford Food Tours want to know who has the best sweet bread on the SouthCoast. You can vote once per day.
New Bedford Community Health Center CEO Gives COVID Update [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Community Health Center CEO Cheryl Bartlett said she doesn't think COVID will ever disappear, but will become more aligned with the flu.
Improve Your Community with Help From the United Way [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The United Way is encouraging small groups of people to develop a plan to improve their community, and it will award grants to get the plan off the ground.