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New Bedford fishing magnate Carlos Rafael did a lot of good for a lot of people, and is worthy of a presidential pardon.

The 78-foot vessel has been refurbished, upgraded, repainted, and renamed as the 'Carrabasset.'

Carlos Rafael, the notorious former 'Codfather' of the New Bedford waterfront, has reportedly been sprung from federal prison early.

Why did the Canastras pull out of a deal to buy 15 of 'The Codfather's' vessels?

The $25 million sale includes Rafael's commercial vessels and tons of valuable quota for cod, haddock, and more.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has settled its pending civil administrative claims against Carlos Rafael and his fishing captains.

The U.S. Coast Guard says the imprisoned owner of Carlos Seafood Inc., a business partner and a vessel captain have agreed over $500,000 in federal fines.

A former captain with the Sheriff’s Office was sentenced Monday in connection with helping "The Codfather" Carlos Rafael smuggle profits to Portugal.

NOAA has approved a plan for 55 New Bedford-based fishing vessels that were ordered to halt operations to begin leasing their quota.

A Bristol County sheriff's office captain has been convicted of helping a fishing magnate known smuggle profits of an illegal fishing scheme to Portugal.