Montigny pushes for harbor oil spill solution, wastewater funding
New legislation proposed by state Sen. Mark Montigny would reduce “mystery” oil spills in New Bedford Harbor and explore a standing fund for wastewater upgrades on the South Coast.
‘The Same Sea’ exhibit connects New Bedford to the Azores
Six South Coast artists spent 10 days on Faial, and the result is a passionate and riveting show.
Register for The Chat with three New Bedford school chiefs
Three New Bedford school chiefs will be Jack Spillane’s guest on The Chat for the full hour on Thursday, May 21, at noon.
How would city councilors tackle the $32 million deficit?
The Light asked all 11 councilors how they would cut the budget and four responded to the question. They’re weighing layoffs and department cuts. But they say they want to avoid closing Fire Station 9.
No expansion for New Bedford MBTA station shuttle – at least for this year
A lack of state funding leaves New Bedford’s main train station without a direct connection to downtown.
New Bedford launches virtual school as part of statewide trend
Starting in September, the New Bedford Virtual Learning Academy hopes to enroll about 200 students in grades 6 through 12.
New Bedford seeks public input on water quality, flood prevention plan
The city’s survey asks residents their concerns with New Bedford’s water quality and whether they would pay a higher sewer bill to reduce flooding.
One year after fire and rat outbreak, waste transfer station remains closed
It’s unclear when the Shawmut Avenue facility will reopen after causing rodent mayhem last spring. Neighbors in the surrounding area say the rats have largely subsided.
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