Beach Fun in New Bedford
The City's Department of Parks, Recreation, and Beaches has been working for several years to bring new recreational programs to both East and West Beaches.
West Beach
New Bedford beaches, Fort Taber closed Friday
New Bedford's East and West beaches and Fort Taber Park will be closed tomorrow due to the Tropical Storm Warning in effect for the region.
Childhood Memories of Summertime in New Bedford [OPINION]
Family vacations were very different not that long ago. Growing up in the 1960s in working-class New Bedford, going away on vacation was foreign to many of us.
Police: Angry Man With No Beach Sticker Coughed on Westport Cop
Steve Lesnikowski allegedly coughed on an officer and said he had COVID-19 before speeding away from the West Beach parking lot.
Don't Just Be 'Stuck at Home,' Get Out and Explore
Social distancing is a challenge for sure, but I decided to make this an opportunity to explore the region. Not just for my smaller kids, but for myself.
Public Input Sought on Community Preservation Projects in New Bedford
Hearings will be held on three Thursday evenings in January.
New Bedford Health Officials Reopen West Beach to Swimming
City health officials have reopened the sections of West Beach closed Thursday due to elevated bacteria levels.
City Closes Part of West Beach Due to Elevated Bacteria Levels
The New Bedford Health Department has announced Thursday that part of West Beach has been closed to swimming today due to elevated bacteria levels.
City Councillor Hugh Dunn Weighs In on East Beach Water Park
Councillor Dunn is questioning why the proposal for an agreement between the city and a private company for a water park was not brought before City Council.
Why Do So Few Use New Bedford Beaches? [OPINION]
Are parking fees keeping people away from the beaches?