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.
Opinion: The incredibly inconsistent Massachusetts Legislature
It is unfortunate that simultaneously the legislative and executive officials are defying the will of a majority of citizens who voted for an audit of the Legislature.
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.
South Coast Rail benefits low-income and non-minority residents, analysis finds
The federally required analysis shows the South Coast is whiter and has lower incomes compared to the rest of the MBTA service area.
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.
New Bedford bucks a trend, extends Chromebook contracts
Many states and schools are reducing kids’ time on devices. But New Bedford says its Chromebook purchases give low-income students internet access.
Fairhaven theater aims to ‘shepherd people in the arts’
The Shepherd Center, a nonprofit that supports the performing arts, is expanding its offerings by partnering with Watermelon Alligator Theatre Company.
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