New Bedford Violent Crimes Hit Record Low, per FBI Data
Violent crime rates in New Bedford have hit a record low, with property crime falling 21% last year and overall crime down by 39% since 2016.
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New Bedford Preparing to Welcome Afghan Refugees, Says Mayor
New Bedford will likely be placing a number of Afghan refugee families in the city as evacuees start coming to Massachusetts, Mayor Jon Mitchell said.
Fall River, Attleboro Mayors Sweep Preliminary Elections
Tuesday's preliminary mayoral election results are in — and the incumbents easily took the top spots in both Attleboro and Fall River.
Anyone Else Going to Run for New Bedford City Council? [OPINION]
The speculation in New Bedford of a special election to replace Mayor Mitchell has clouded the reality that there's an open seat on the city council this year.
Mitchell to Lang: Zip It [OPINION]
Scott Lang is no longer the Mayor of New Bedford and should refrain from interfering with the current administration.
Former New Bedford Mayor Rosemary Tierney Passes Away
Rosemary S. Tierney, the first woman ever elected Mayor of New Bedford, has died, Mayor Jon Mitchell confirmed Saturday.
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.
Hazelwood Senior Center Dedicated in Rosemary Tierney’s Honor
New Bedford officials formally dedicated the Hazelwood Senior Center in Mayor Rosemary S. Tierney’s honor on Friday morning.
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.
O'Connell Elected Mayor of Taunton
Shaunna O'Connell has been elected as the first female mayor in the history of Taunton.