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Organizer John Andrade says the event is the first of several planned around New Bedford to bring people together and reflect about their loved ones.

Organizer from Neighborhoods United Jerry Pinto says the group has been consulting with City health officials and reached a decision to reschedule the event.

A giant block party that brings together neighborhood groups and promotes police-community partnerships.

Yarmouth Police Chief Frank Frederickson spoke alongside the parents of slain Yarmouth Police Sergeant Sean Gannon at New Bedford's National Night Out on Tuesday.

The event will include a tribute to fallen Massachusetts Police Officers Sgt. Sean Gannon and Sgt. Michael Chesna.

Protestors have gathered outside of New Bedford Third District Court on Wednesday morning to voice concerns over the lenience of the state's judicial system.

Jerry Pinto isn't going anywhere. The chairman of Neighborhoods United had said back in May that he planned to step down from his position, which he had held since 2013, following the National Night Out Against Crime event that took place on Tuesday evening...

NEW BEDFORD - Saying his pleas for change are being ignored by City Hall, Jerry Pinto of Neighborhoods United is stepping down from his post as chairman. Pinto has served as chairman of the concerned citizens group since 2013, and has been a member since 2006...

New Bedford's annual National Night Out Against Crime gets underway tonight. Area residents are encouraged to meet the men and women sworn to protect them, and enjoy fun and free activities. Jerry Pinto, President of Neighborhoods United, says this year the event will contain a solemn reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face...

The New Bedford City Council will soon be taking one of their committee meetings out on the road to better connect with constituents.