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In New Bedford’s election, civics teacher James Roy captured the open At-Large council seat, posting 3,872 votes; Ward 2 upsets, turnout stayed low at 11.32 percent.

Low turnout in New Bedford’s preliminary City Council election saw incumbents challenged as 12 candidates narrowed to 10 for the November 4 vote.

New Bedford City Council sues Mayor Mitchell over police chief confirmation, sparking a legal fight about city code, appointments, and local government authority.

Massachusetts AG rules the New Bedford City Council and Councilor Linda Morad violated Open Meeting Law with texts and emails over longevity pay.

Mayor Mitchell defends Jason Thody’s appointment as New Bedford police chief amid city council pushback over confirmation and legal interpretation.

Rosalind “Roz” Brooker, New Bedford’s first woman city councilor and president, overcame polio to become a trailblazing lawyer and public servant.

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.

New Bedford’s Linda Morad ends a two-decade council run, stepping down as controversy brews over longevity pay for elected officials.

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.