Mitchell: No More Night Hours for Whaling City Festival
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell wants daylight-only hours and a new location for the Whaling City Festival after a weekend triple stabbing.
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Juvenile Arrested in Connection with Triple Stabbing
New Bedford Police arrested a juvenile for a triple stabbing near Buttonwood Park. Charges include assault with intent to murder following a Whaling City Festival fight.
Whaling City Festival Considering Security Upgrades
New Bedford Whaling City Festival security upgrades considered after Buttonwood Park triple stabbing incident.
Whaling City Festival to Close Earlier Following Stabbings
Following a New Bedford triple stabbing near Buttonwood Park, the Whaling City Festival shifts hours and adds police security.
Triple Stabbing at Whaling City Festival
New Bedford police investigate a triple stabbing at Buttonwood Park festival. Three hospitalized.
Parking Will Return to West Side of New Bedford's Buttonwood Park
New and improved parking accommodations are on the way at New Bedford's Buttonwood Park.
Inside New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park Zoo’s New Animal Ambassador Center
Discover what’s new at Buttonwood Park Zoo: interactive exhibits, improved accessibility, a Portuguese story walk, and free August admission.
Buttonwood Park Welcomes Back Traditional Senior Center
New Bedford's Senior Center will revert to Buttonwood Park, while Adult Social Day Care Services will shift back to Brooklawn and Hazelwood.
Foul Play Not Suspected After Body Found in City Park
Authorities say foul play is not suspected after a woman's body was discovered in Buttonwood Park on Wednesday morning.
New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park Was Designed to Break Down Class Barriers
New Bedford's Buttonwood Park was designed to be an oasis that equally accessible to everyone in the city, regardless of class or background.