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
Top Marks for UMass Dartmouth’s Charlton College of Business [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Dean Dr. John Williams of Charlton College of Business said students are attracted to cutting edge programs like technology management and business analytics.
Spillane on New Bedford Councilor Hugh Dunn and Ballot Questions [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane weighed in on Hugh Dunn's verdict, a proposed methadone clinic downtown, and Massachusetts ballot questions.
M.O.L.I.F.E. Seeks to Improve Lives of Adults with Disabilities [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Fairhaven-based M.O.L.I.F.E. works with intellectually and physically challenged adults to enhance their lives.
Fall Art at the Dartmouth Cultural Center [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
An exhibit of watercolor paintings entitled 'Coastal Calling' by artist Heide Hallemeier opened this week at the Dartmouth Cultural Center.
SMEC Offers Educational Help for Children With Disabilities
SMEC contracts with 10 area school districts and serves more than 300 students, plus 110 adults who are 22 and older.
Fire Damages Three-Story Apartment House In New Bedford
Firefighters were called to 110 Eighth St. just before 2:30 am after flames were spotted coming from a third floor window.
DATMA Creating Public Art in New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The Massachusetts Design, Art, and Technology Institute (DATMA) has been creating and encouraging public art in New Bedford for almost five years.
Marking 50 Years of Conservation in Westport [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Westport Land Conservation Trust Executive Director Ross Moran discussed the work of the Trust and some of its goals for the future.
New Bedford Man Indicted in Alleged Rental Housing Scam
Thirty-five year old Victor Tiu Lopez is facing 15 ecounts of larceny and two counts of witness intimidation.
Raising Awareness About Conrad’s Law [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Conrad Roy's family worked with lawmakers to create a bill that calls for up to five years in prison for anyone who coerces someone to take their own life.