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
Former Fall River Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Payroll Tax Charges
The 83-year-old defendant will be sentenced on June 13.
Fire Destroys Westport Home
The Westport Fire Department says its response was delayed several minutes because the occupant called 911 from his cell phone routing the call to State Police, who then contacted Westport Fire.
Defendant Who Fled Trial in 2014 Picked Up in New Bedford
Rene Perez fled the area in 2014 at the outset of his drug trial. Last month he was picked up in New Bedford and is now held on $500,000 bail
Correia Remains Mayor in Fall River
While the majority of voters favored ousting Correia, the incumbent secured more voters than any of the four challengers.
New Bedford Half Marathon Is This Sunday
More than 2,500 runners are expected.
MassDOT Sets Public Hearing on Rehab of Route 18 Bridges
The hearing will focus on repairing bridges over Route 18
Teachers Union Backs Youth Climate Strike
The Youth Climate Strike platform seeks adoption of the Green New Deal, which promotes greater reliance on renewable energy.
Wanted Homicide Suspect Surrenders to Fall River Authorities
After turning himself in, the suspect was immediately arraigned and ordered held without bail.
New Bedford Health Department Seeks National Accreditation
Health officials will team with UMass Dartmouth to develop a Needs Assessment.
UMass Dartmouth Police Earn Re-Accreditation
The process covers such areas as policy development, emergency response planning, use of force and evidence handling.