Scott Lang Won't Be Running Against Mayor Mitchell [OPINION]
The biannual question of whether former Mayor Scott Lang will challenge current Mayor Jon Mitchell has once again been answered.
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Who Is New Bedford Mayoral Candidate Tyson Moultrie?
A Springfield native, Moultrie has a military background and history as a volunteer. He says he's lived all over the country, eventually landing in New Bedford.
Oliveira Should Resign from School Committee [OPINION]
John Oliveira needs to be removed when his behavior at meetings is disruptive.
School Committee, Mayor Growing Tired of Oliveira's Outbursts
Tempers flared most recently on Monday night, when Oliveira stormed out shouting profanities while levying attacks at Mayor Jon Mitchell and committee members.
School Committee's John Oliveira Is a Disgrace [OPINION]
John Oliveira should be removed from the School Committee if possible.
Meet New Bedford's Next Mayor [OPINION]
Not since 2005 has such a large number of candidates taken out nomination paper to be the next mayor of the Whaling City. Will the field grow?
New Bedford's Race for Mayor Grows Larger [OPINION}
Nomination papers have been available for two days in New Bedford, and the field of candidates for political office continues to expand.
Oliveira Decries Statewide Transgender Athletics Accommodations
Oliveira tells WBSM News he opposes what he calls the "progressive democrats'" agenda to build a so-called "unisex society."
School Committee Approves Innovation Plan for Renaissance School
The School Committee unanimously voted on Monday to authorize the approval of a new innovation plan for the Renaissance Community School for the Arts.
Mayor Says He Supports New Bedford Students in Stand Against Guns
In his weekly appearance on WBSM, New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell said he's in support of the planned ceremonies at city schools to honor the Parkland victims and to make a statement against gun violence.