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
Coastline Celebrating 45 Years of Serving New Bedford-Area Seniors [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Coastline offers many programs to help seniors in areas like home health care, housing, financial management, and senior nutrition.
New Bedford Light’s Jack Spillane on Politics and Poseidon [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane offered insight on the Massachusetts Governor and Bristol Sheriff races, the Vineyard immigrants, and more.
Taunton Man to Serve 37 Months on Gun Charge
Prosecutors say Jerrod Lee had in his possession a Ruger 45-caliber pistol loaded with five rounds of ammunition
Love Letters for New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Creative has started a new storytelling initiative, enlisting eight individuals and two organizations as "Creative Ambassadors."
New Bedford Charter School Celebrates 20 Years [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Global Learning Charter Public School in New Bedford is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a public celebration and a planned expansion.
Dartmouth Police Mark 100 Years of Service [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
In March 1922, Dartmouth Town Meeting voters approved Article 59, establishing a police department in town. The department celebrates its centennial this year.
Tiverton Sanctuary a Home for Neglected Animals [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
With the support of dedicated volunteers and donors, West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton provides refuge to farm animals, wildlife, and lost dogs.
SHARE Foundation: 40 Years of Helping Others [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The SHARE Foundation adapts computers to help people who cannot speak to communicate with others.
Organ Recital to Open Music Series at Historic New Bedford Church [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The October 16 recital will be the first event at St. Anthony's Church in New Bedford since since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
It’s Time to Vote in New Bedford [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Election Commissioner Manny DeBrito says there is really no excuse for people not to vote.