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Mitchell opposes closing New Bedford’s Customs House, saying it hurts trust in federal government and ignores the city’s economic ties to federal agencies.

New Bedford is offering free tech classes on computer basics, tablets, and Office programs, thanks to a state-funded program for digital literacy.

State Rep. Tony Cabral is urging New Bedford's mayor to stop the closure of Casa da Saudade, the only Portuguese public library in the U.S., amid budget-cut controversy.

Mayor Mitchell outlines “austerity” after deep council cuts; Council President Burgo slams it as political theater in New Bedford showdown.

Mayor Jon Mitchell calls the New Bedford City Council’s defunding of the Zeiterion "shortsighted," warning it could halt restoration and breach financial contracts.

The City of New Bedford and Mayor Jon Mitchell are once again putting on a slate of free summer concerts downtown on select dates.

Local activist Erik Andrade said he asked the Mitchell Administration to fly the Palestinian flag in front of New Bedford City Hall but his request was denied.

New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell announced today who will be on the screening committee to find the city's next police chief and the process for their hiring.

New Bedford has hired a firm to conduct an independent evaluation of the police department’s use of confidential informants and internal affairs investigations.

Mayor Jon Mitchell asked the New Bedford City Council to officially name the new pedestrian bridge over Route 18 in honor of U.S. Army Corporal Andre A. Lopes.