Where NOT to Throw Out Your Christmas Tree
New Bedford residents are getting a reminder on how to properly dispose of their Christmas trees from City Council President Ian Abreu.
City Council President
Z to Get $5 Million in ARPA Funds
Mayor Jon Mitchell announced millions in COVID relief funding to renovate the Zeiterion and develop vacant properties as he outlined his vision for the future during his State of the City address on Wednesday.
New Bedford Votes Lopes Out, Other City Councilors Stay
The unofficial results are in: New Bedford City Council President Joe Lopes is out.
Casino Agreement Praised
Labor unions are applauding the host community agreement reached by the City of New Bedford and KG Urban Enterprises, to put a casino on the city's waterfront.
Ron Rheaume of the Building Trades Union says the announcement is good news for people struggling to find steady work...
Joseph Lopes Unanimous Choice As City Council President
The New Bedford City Council has unanimously elected Ward Six Councilor Joseph Lopes as the new Council Presdient for 2014.
In his acceptance speech, Lopes said he was honored to be chosen as president.....
Lopes recognizes the importance of education in the city and hopes the Council can work together with the Superintendent and School Committee moving forward.
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