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 1970's and 80's 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
Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground in Westport [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Habitat for Humanity is partnering with the Westport Housing Trust in the project, providing two families with safe, well-built housing that is affordable.
It’s a Seafood Soiree in New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center is staging its annual Seafood Soiree fundraiser October 7 at the Black Whale Restaurant.
Expansion Coming to New Bedford Charter School [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
A former convent building on Bullard Street will be converted into a new education center for the Global Learning Charter Public School.
New Bedford Steps Up to Aid the Homeless [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Connect is an annual event with a goal of connecting the homeless to services they might need now, and eventually a stable future.
New Bedford Remembers 9/11 on 20th Anniversary
Among the speakers were New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell, leaders of local public safety departments, other city officials and members of the clergy.
New Bedford Bus Company Settles With AG’s Office Over Illegal Idling
Attorney General Maura Healey claimed Tremblay Bus violated federal and state clean air laws when drivers allowed buses to idle illegally at several schools.
Visual and Performing Arts College Marks 20 Years in New Bedford
College Dean Lawrence Jenkins says the CVPA has joined with other partners in bringing positive change to the downtown
Another Guilty Plea in New Bedford Latin Kings Case
According to court documents, Tanairy Ruiz's apartment was used as a location where cocaine was "cooked" or manufactured into cocaine base.
Bristol Walk to Help in Fight Against Huntington’s Disease [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
About 150 walkers are expected at the September 26th 'Hope Walk' at Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island. It will raise money to fight Huntington's Disease.
Swing to Support SouthCoast Children [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Your donations to the upcoming golf tournament will help the Fall River-based Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County continue its very important work.