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The former City Councilor of New Bedford's Ward Two has to make a decision about his future in politics, and his situation is more complicated this year.

Massachusetts Senator Edward Markey knows he will lose to Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III in a state Democratic Party primary. Why lose when you can retire?

Longtime New Bedford City Councilor Brian Gomes has submitted nomination papers for mayor and at-large city councilor in time for the Friday deadline. This will be his second run for mayor.
This has been a strange year in the world of New Bedford politics...

Longtime New Bedford City Councilor Brian Gomes has now taken out nomination papers for mayor and for a seat as an at-large councilor.

The biannual question of whether former Mayor Scott Lang will challenge current Mayor Jon Mitchell has once again been answered.

New Bedford City Council President Linda Morad has taken out nomination papers to run for ward councilor, councilor-at-large, and mayor all at the same time.

All the tough talk and speculation will be understood for what it was as of Friday afternoon. Nomination papers for city elected offices are due this Friday.

Councilor Dana Rebeiro is leaving the City Council and creating a vacancy for the Ward Four council seat. Former Councilor Fortes has entered the crowded race.

New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell has announced he is running for re-election and he has no serious competition at this point. Is it coming down to a coin flip?

Mayor Jon Mitchell has announced he is running for re-election and as of now, he has no serious competition. The deadline is August 16 for all candidates.