The revolutionary battle that reshaped New Bedford forever
For America’s 250th, remembering the Revolutionary War battle that set New Bedford ablaze — and revisiting the overlooked house that played an outsized role in history.
2025 in review: ICE sows fear, angst in city’s immigrant community
Federal agents have detained at least 60 local immigrants since March in operations that have negatively impacted families, schools and businesses.
2025 in review: New Bedford talks trash, wrangles rats, and plans for a better, cleaner harbor
New Bedford is disproportionately burdened by a legacy of industrial pollution and waste. Some things have changed — and some haven’t.
2025 in review: A year of highs and lows for City Hall, Statehouse
Despite the protracted scuffle between the mayor and the council, the city made progress in transportation, economic development, the environment and the budget.
2025 in review: Scrutiny, reform, and a new chief of police
After allegations of misconduct and another critical consultant review, the police under new Chief Jason Thody have reforms underway.
Opinion: Trump to Ukraine: Take the ‘peace proposal’ or else
The so-called “peace proposal” is totally one-sided, rewarding Russia with the Ukrainian territory it now controls and further territory it does not control.
2025 in review: South Coast Rail in the spotlight, and other top transportation stories
In 2025, the South Coast entered a transportation renaissance.
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ARTS AND CULTURE
Celebrate new year, 30th anniversary of Moby-Dick Marathon
Ring in 2026 with a city celebration and the Moby-Dick Marathon.
CIVIC LIFE
Recycling, Christmas tree pickup and drop off, polar plunge
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The New Bedford Light brings you “The Daily Catch” — a listing of the latest seafood prices from the Buyers and Sellers Exchange, updated weekdays by noon.
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