Three exhibits amount to a lifetime of work
Dilge Dilsiz, Pamela Hoss and the alumni of BCC learned how to truly engage the world, which is perhaps the most significant thing any artist should strive for.
Health officials quietly approve Royal nursing home sale
Elder advocates say state health officials are leaving the public in the dark about nursing home deals.
Vineyard Wind, GE Vernova reach settlement over contract
The terms of the agreement are confidential, but GE Vernova withdrew its notice of contract termination, and “both parties have agreed to dismiss all pending legal claims.”
New Bedford’s Victor Fonseca, ‘an ambassador of joy’
Whether he’s greeting customers at The Baker or theatergoers at The Zeiterion, his warmth and charm shine through. At 81, he’s measuring success in terms of hugs and kisses.
An unconventional book club becomes ‘found family’ in New Bedford
“These are my people. These are the people I’m going to spend time with. Life with. I’m gonna cry with them. I’m gonna be there for them.”
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