New Bedford Residency Rule Petition Must Be Done Right [OPINION]
The battle over the residency requirement for some city employees has been picked up by former city council candidate Lisa White in the form of a petition.
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Joseph Lopes Is the Next President of the City Council [OPINION]
The city councilor from Ward 6 will be the next president of the New Bedford City Council, according to numerous sources I have spoken with about the election.
New Bedford's Lisa White Is Leading on Residency Rule [OPINION]
New Bedford is in the process of re-evaluating a 40-year-old rule that requires many city employees to reside in the city unless they get a waiver.
What Will Mayor Mitchell Do About Residency Law? [OPINION]
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell is being challenged by City Council President Linda Morad to make changes to the residency policy for City employees.
What Will the City Council Do About Residency Rule? [OPINION]
The granting of residency waivers to New Bedford city employees has a been contentious issue for years. Now the city council may be forced to address it.
Councilor Morad Puts Residency Front and Center [OPINION]
The City of New Bedford has a residency requirement for certain employees. This city ordinance has now been brought into focus by Councilor Linda Morad.
Incumbents Sweep New Bedford Election
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell made history Tuesday night and led the incumbent candidates in a clean sweep of all challengers.
Rift Widens Between New Bedford Police Union and Mayor Mitchell
The New Bedford Police Union is upset Mayor Jon Mitchell issued a statement about a union meeting to discuss opposition to the Chief of Police.
Gomes Should Withdraw from New Bedford Mayoral Race [OPINION]
City Councilor Brian Gomes never wanted to run for mayor in 2019 but he ended up on the ballot and now he has heard from the voters. He should withdraw now.