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
A New Look at Early Childhood Education [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
New Bedford Children is currently meeting with parents, educators and providers via Zoom and sharing new ideas about early childhood education.
Former New Bedford Couple Arrested in Texas for Wire Fraud
Federal officials say 35-year old Tiffany and 47-year old Arthur Pacheco were arrested this week in San Antonio, Texas.
COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives at St. Luke’s Hospital
The first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived in New Bedford late Wednesday morning.
New Bedford Parking Ban to Begin at 5 P.M.
The parking ban will be strictly enforced and will remain in effect for 48 hours unless lifted or further extended by City officials.
Fall River Woman Sentenced for Stealing Social Security Benefits
A federal court judge says 58-year old Gloria Camara must repay the $84,000 she stole.
A New Roof Giveaway [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Care Free Homes Marketing Coordinator Stephanie Pickup visits Townsquare Sunday this week to talk about the contest and how you can get involved.
Teacher of the Year Is Booster of NBHS [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Nagayoshi says he has great respect for New Bedford High School, its staff and its students.
Fairhaven Man Sentenced for Drug-Related Death
Authorities say Cameron Soto sold a half-gram of fentanyl to a 48-year-old man in March 2017. The man died that evening.
Election 2020: Where Do We Go From Here? [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
Professor Ken Manning shares his thoughts on some of Biden's early cabinet appointments and some of the legal problems President Trump may face when he leaves office.
New Bedford Woman Charged With Unemployment Fraud
Investigators allege that Prou worked and underreporting her wages for 113 weeks between 2014 and 2017. She collected more than $60,000 in unemployment benefits.