New England reefs: Their world is the oyster
The Nature Conservancy hopes to bring back critical shellfish reefs in Massachusetts, beginning with restoration projects in Westport, Fairhaven, Mashpee, and Bourne.
Ballot push seeks to ‘legalize starter homes’ statewide
The ballot proposal may have limited impact on New Bedford. But it would significantly change zoning in parts of Dartmouth and Fairhaven.
Biff MacLean era is history now
When a man of great stature and influence passes from the scene, it marks a changing of the guard.
How do meteorologists measure snowfall?
As the inches pile up, measuring snowfall might seem more like an art than a science. How do the meteorologists actually do it?
Police Department names new deputy chief, chief of staff
Derek Belong, a 22-year veteran of the police force, will be deputy chief. Debra Piehl, a former NYPD crime analyst, will be chief of staff.
Women, power, and the future of democracy
If we understand women’s leadership as democratic infrastructure, then investing in that leadership becomes not aspirational, but strategic.
Mass. House passes major energy affordability bill, cutting Mass Save
Legislators say cutting the energy efficiency program will lower electric and gas bills. Environmentalists oppose the change.
Korie Ellis-St.Pierre: ‘I now see color in a whole new light’
Her style is rooted in comfort and functionality with a heavy dose of natural fibers and pieces that make her feel good to be in her body.
Register now to attend The Chat: Q&A with Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux at the halfway mark
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux will be Jack Spillane’s guest on The Chat for the full hour on Thursday, March 19, at 1 p.m.
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Comedy night, Latin jazz and salsa
Feel the rhythm of Latin jazz at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. On First Friday, Jesús Andujar y Su Grupo Sazón perform a mix of salsa, cha-cha, merengue, and Latin jazz.
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