Shane Burgo

New Bedford Fire Station 9 will remain open through fiscal year funding via $1.3M state supplemental aid. Local leaders react to state public safety grant allocation.

As New Bedford faces a political showdown over Fire Station 9, City Council President Ryan Pereira urges Mayor Jon Mitchell to attend a special meeting.

New Bedford’s City Council advanced an ordinance to restrict automated license plate readers, sparking a clash with Mayor Mitchell over police surveillance tech.

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.

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.

New Bedford City Council plans to revive tabled Flock Safety camera motions tonight following a disruptive suspension, balancing transparency, data privacy, and public outcry.

As Massachusetts towns scrap Flock Safety cameras over privacy and misuse concerns, President Trump confirms the White House is reviewing the license plate readers.

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.

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.

New Bedford Police suspended Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras following privacy concerns, internal audits, and an officer's leave.