El Niño summer could yield fewer storms, but experts urge caution
There are typically fewer tropical storms and hurricanes forming over the Atlantic in an El Niño year, but experts still warn coastal residents to have a plan in case of an emergency.
No easy way out of budget crisis
Experts Adam Chapdelaine and Phineas Baxandall joined Light columnist and host of The Chat Jack Spillane to examine the statewide crisis and New Bedford’s predicament: a $32 million budget deficit.
High court derails income tax cut ballot question
Disappointed tax relief supporters call for procedural reforms, say summary error will block popular measure.
South Coast artists, farmers connect art and agriculture in new exhibition
Longbarn Gallery in Westport hosts works from two artists’ farm residencies, with an open house Saturday.
Hidden plaque is New Bedford’s only tribute to Grey’s Raid
The city should use the 250th anniversary of the day the British burned New Bedford to create a more appropriate tribute to the seminal event.
Cabo Verde president visits New Bedford on way to World Cup match
President José Maria Neves meets with the Cabo Verdean diaspora to acknowledge their contributions to the city and their importance in the world.
Councilors on the budget: Everything is on the cutting board
Whether it’s the mayor’s chief of staff positions, the city’s travel budget or pay cuts, councilors weigh in on the tough choices needed to balance the budget.
Codfather’s polarizing legacy debated at Whaling Museum talk
Voices from GBH’s “Catching the Codfather” podcast discussed the infamous Carlos Rafael and the challenges fishermen face.
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