State Reps Caution Mayor Over Draft Lawsuit
New Bedford's lawmakers on Beacon Hill are warning city mayor Jon Mitchell about a draft lawsuit sent to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority about land takings for the South Coast Rail project.
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Straus: South Coast Rail Happened Because of Charlie Baker
Rep. Bill Straus (D-Mattapoisett) said that party differences aside, South Coast Rail would never have happened without Republican Governor Charlie Baker.
Mattapoisett's Straus Re-Elected in 10th Bristol District
Longtime incumbent Democrat State Rep. Bill Straus defeated Republican challenger Dr. Jeffrey Swift to retain his seat in the 10th Bristol District.
New Bedford Airport to Get New Terminal and Tower
New Bedford Regional Airport will be getting an upgrade, after officials announced Monday a commitment for design and project funding from the state's transportation department.
Quinn Stays Bristol County DA, Heroux Goes Up Against Hodgson
Democratic primary election voters have spoken: Thomas Quinn will stay Bristol County's top prosecutor, and Attleboro Mayor Paul Heroux will face off against longtime Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson in November.
Public Meetings for New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge Design Scheduled
Two public meetings on the design and permitting for the New Bedford-Fairhaven bridge replacement have been scheduled for early October.
Republican State Rep Candidate Soliciting Donations From Patients
Mattapoisett's Jeffrey Swift, a chiropractor and Republican candidate for the 10th Bristol District, is soliciting campaign donations from his patients.
Healey Gives Endorsements in SouthCoast State Rep Races
Democratic candidate for Massachusetts Governor and current Attorney General Maura Healey has given endorsements of two SouthCoast lawmakers.
Straus on Big Changes Coming to SouthCoast Transportation
Rep. Bill Straus joined The Marcus Ferro Show to discuss things like South Coast Rail, why a repeal of the gas tax won't work, and more.
State Rep Candidate Trapilo Running on Strong Business Background
Rick Trapilo, a former international business executive and local restauranteur, has mounted a Democratic primary challenge in the 10th Bristol District.