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
New Bedford High Concert Band Earns First Place
The Concert Band traveled to New York and New Jersey in April
Seatbelt Crackdown Coming to New Bedford Thanks to State Grant
The state grant totals $2,112 and will be used to fund overtime for officers doing seat belt enforcement.
State Police Sobriety Checkpoint This Weekend in Bristol County
State Police say the checkpoint will run Saturday into Sunday.
State Police Arrest Alleged Career Criminal in Fall River
The suspect is currently on probation out of Suffolk County on a gun charge and has three prior convictions for illegal firearm possession.
Parallel Products VP Says Company Listening to Concerns [VIDEO]
Tim Cusson says based on comments made by residents at last Monday's public meeting, the company will seek to eliminate all outdoor recycling at the Business Park site.
Excessive Force Probe Begins After Incident at Fall River School
A video appears to show a school resource officer punching a student three times during a struggle.
Man with History of Drunk Driving Headed to Prison
When stopped in Fall River, State Troopers said they found open beer cans in the suspect's car. He also failed a sobriety test.
New Bedford Police Round Up Seven in Drug Sweep
The sweep centered on street-level drug sales.
Two Men Sentenced in Cocaine Conspiracy Case
Both suspects entered guilty pleas in Federal Court in Boston.
Year-Long Drug Investigation Leads to 11 Arrests
The arrests capped a year-long investigation into fentanyl in the New Bedford area.