New Bedford Guide

07/11/2025

In a fiery press release, New Bedford City Council President Shane A. Burgo accuses the Mayor of political theater, budget padding, and punishing residents with fake austerity threats while hiding his own massive school cuts.

The following is an official statement from City Council President Shane A. Burgo: "As President of the New Bedford City Council, I feel obligated to respond to the Mayor's latest announcement of so called "austerity measures." Once again, he is resorting to his usual doom and gloom tactics t

07/11/2025

Founded by local barber Oscar Fuentes, the New Bedford shop focuses on sharp cuts, professional service, and building real connections with clients.

New Bedford, MA — No Bounds Barbershop, a new addition to County Street in New Bedford, is bringing a fresh, modern barbershop experience to the neighborhood. Founded by local barber Oscar Fuentes, the shop focuses on sharp cuts, professional service, and building real connections with clients. L

07/11/2025

MISSING DOG:

"Looking for a 12 lb female Chihuahua with a pink collar who was lost near the Winslow School on Allen Street in New Bedford. Reports say that someone may have picked her up.

That person was walking with small children and a child on a bicycle who probably lives in that area. Her name is Amorette. "[email protected]."

07/11/2025

New Bedford officials celebrated the grand opening of the renovated Dias Field, now the city's premier soccer complex featuring its first regulation-size field, mini-pitch, and additional recreational amenities.

Mayor Jon Mitchell was joined by Director of Parks, Recreation and Beaches Mary Rapoza, and other officials Friday morning to cut the ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the transformation of Dias Field into a state-of-the-art soccer and recreational complex. The renovated park has the first regulati

07/11/2025

Here's one of the more rewarding finishes to a 2-mile hike near the White Mountain Hotel in New Hampire.

07/11/2025

We're live at the Fairhaven Animal Shelter on 200 Bridge St. in Fairhaven to see some of the great pets they have to offer. Want to adopt one of them? Come by or call 508-979–4028.

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07/11/2025

In 30 seconds, a cunning New Bedford thief shattered glass and stormed a beloved hobby haven, looting $115,000 in Pokemon valuables including ultra-rare Charizard cards. Photos:

In the early hours of July 8, a burglar targeted a specialty shop in New Bedford making off with a haul of valuable Pokémon trading cards and related items. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. at 1st Edition Collectibles on Purchase Street, where the intruder shattered the front door glass, en

07/11/2025

New Bedford Councillors submitted proposed cuts to the budget that were withheld from the public and the administration. A week later at the Council’s annual “cut night”, they revealed to the public and the Administration for the first time some 1,309 proposed cuts.

"Mayor Jon Mitchell announced Thursday a series of measures to respond to recent budget cuts by the City Council. In May, the Mitchell Administration proposed a budget for Fiscal Year 2026 that reflected a conservative fiscal approach, in which material increases in spending were limited to area

07/11/2025

Marcus Coward joins Steven Richard to break down some of the biggest stories making headlines in the South Coast:

The second fatal accident on the New Bedford-Fairhaven bridge — why is this area becoming so dangerous?

A drive-by shooting on 195 in Fall River, allegedly carried out by masked men — what we know so far.

New Bedford’s new police chief steps in — what challenges lie ahead for local law enforcement?

Why are local elections so uncompetitive, and what would it take to change that?
Plus, we share ideas on what kinds of businesses we’d love to see open up in New Bedford!

07/11/2025

FOUND STRAY:

"Found in the area of Hathaway Blvd and Parker St."-New Bedford Police Animal Control.

07/11/2025

A Vietnamese illegal immigrant deported 30 years ago for burglary stole the identity of a dead boy to earn EMT certifications and become a firefighter —all while evading justice for embezzling union funds and passport fraud.

Defendant ordered deported in 1995 for burglary; used stolen identity to obtain certifications to work as a paramedic and firefighter. "BOSTON – A Vietnamese man residing in Braintree, Mass., was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Boston for passport fraud and aggravated identity theft. The

07/11/2025

FOUND STRAY:

"Found near Borden and Dartmouth."-New Bedford Police Animal Control.