Pereira Accuses Mitchell of Violating State Law
Mayor Jon Mitchell bypassed the New Bedford City Council to swear in an emergency election commissioner, drawing accusations of violating Massachusetts General Law from Council President Ryan Pereira.
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Burgo: Council Finds Money to Save Station 9
New Bedford city councilors unanimously approved $1.3 million in appropriation orders to restore Fire Station 9, even as Mayor Jon Mitchell's administration allegedly withheld exact operating costs.
Burgo Will Make Motion to Bring Flock Back to the Floor
New Bedford City Council plans to revive tabled Flock Safety camera motions tonight following a disruptive suspension, balancing transparency, data privacy, and public outcry.
MA Communities Watch as Trump Considers Flock Controversy
As Massachusetts towns scrap Flock Safety cameras over privacy and misuse concerns, President Trump confirms the White House is reviewing the license plate readers.
Burgo Holding Meeting to Explain Council Procedures
Following a chaotic city council meeting regarding Flock Safety cameras, Councilor Shane Burgo is hosting a public session to explain the legislative process and local governance.
Disrupted City Council Meeting Rescheduled
Following a disruptive crowd and suspended meeting over controversial Flock safety cameras, New Bedford City Council President Ryan Pereira rescheduled the session for next Tuesday.
City Council Overrides Mayor's Veto on Paid Family Leave
New Bedford's city council unanimously overrode the mayor's veto to enact a new paid family leave ordinance for municipal employees without raising taxes.
Gomes Addresses Anti-Flock Crowd Disruption
New Bedford Councilor Brian Gomes joins Fun 107 to share the exclusive Flock camera stance he was blocked from delivering before a chaotic City Council shutdown.
NBPD to Suspend Use of Flock Cameras
New Bedford Police suspended Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras following privacy concerns, internal audits, and an officer's leave.
Mass. Communities May Be Forced to Accept Safe Injection Sites
Massachusetts Bill S.1393 moves to Senate Ways and Means, potentially legalizing state-supervised safe injection sites and overdose prevention centers for illicit drugs without local vetoes.