New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center Celebrating 10 Years
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center celebrates 10 years with a free Birthday Bash on June 11, featuring live sea shanty music, fisherpoetry, and cake.
Education
New Bedford Jazz Great Remembered at Scholarship Fundraiser
New Bedford honors jazz legend Armsted Christian with a Berklee scholarship benefit June 14 at Whites of Westport, featuring Marion Meadows and Gabrielle Goodman.
New Bedford School Talent Show Was About More Than Winning
A talent show at Normandin Middle School in New Bedford became a reminder that courage often matters more than winning.
Fall River’s Diman Invites Alumni Back for Emotional Final Walkthrough
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School is opening its longtime campus one final time before students move into the new building this fall.
Swansea’s Venus De Milo Saved Prom Night From the Rain
After rain threatened prom photo plans across the SouthCoast, Swansea's Venus de Milo opened its doors to students for free indoor photos.
Apponequet Students Hoped For Stronger Support During Walkout
Apponequet students say their planned walkout protest changed unexpectedly as concerns grow over major school budget cuts.
Inside New Bedford’s Century-Old Veterans Organization
New Bedford’s DAV Chapter 7 has supported veterans for more than a century, offering free services while preparing for a July comedy fundraiser.
World-Renowned Musician Returning to New Bedford
World-renowned organist Dr. Michael Szostak returns to New Bedford for a concert at St. Anthony’s Church supporting stained-glass restoration.
Westport Bus Driver Turns Experience Into Book
A Westport bus driver is releasing a book that explores school transportation challenges and the realities behind the wheel.
Free Family Fest Returning to New Bedford
New Bedford Family Fest 2026 brings 41 organizations together for a free event with kids activities, parent resources, and summer program information.