“We are filling a need for additional career and technical programs, as is the case statewide and nationwide.” — Chris Cummings, who oversees New Bedford High School’s career and vocational/technical education.
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Posted inThe Chat with Jack Spillane
Watch The Chat with New Bedford High’s LGBTQ+ protesters
Jack Spillane sits down with four of these students, as well as one of their mothers, to talk about LGBTQ+ life at the high school and concerns as to whether the city’s school resource officers will keep these kids safe, given the police union’s endorsement of the newly elected Ward 3 councilor, Shawn Oliver.
Posted inEducation
Businesses cite shortage of skilled workers from GNB Voc-Tech
“They don’t spend enough time on trades … Many are focused on going to college.” — Pinto’s Garage & Auto Body owner Gus Pinto
Posted inHousing
Advocates agree: ‘Housing first’ approach could help solve New Bedford’s homelessness issue
The idea is a reversal from the previous status quo, where service providers would require homeless people to address their substance abuse and mental health problems before they could be housed. Instead, housing first is based on the idea that it’s a lot easier to get your life back on track once you have a place to call home.
Posted inThe Light on radio
The Light on Radio: Jack Spillane on the student protest of Ward 3 councilor Shawn Oliver
Jack Spillane joins WBSM’s Town Square Sunday to talk about a recent New Bedford High student protest of newly elected Ward 3 councilor Shawn Oliver, the reaction from local politicians and his future in office.
Posted inPolice and Courts
City employee and former NBPD detective charged with stealing, possession of narcotics
Authorities found a gaming console, fire alarms and a bullet-resistant vest at Stephen Greany’s Francis Street residence — items that he allegedly stole from the city, according to police.
Posted inCity Hall
Should New Bedford control rent hikes? City Council wants to know
“We have heard the stories [about rising rents]. This is just for us to ask the people of New Bedford what they want to do. Then we can begin the conversation.” — Councilor Shane Burgo
Posted inInPerson
New Bedford’s Janice Leao: Lessons on the volleyball court, lessons in life
“Playing sports — especially in college — has developed me into a more well-rounded person. It has helped me become a better team member and ultimately a team leader. … Being a Black female athlete has helped me come out of my shell and speak my mind.”
Posted inCommunity Voices
Student essay: Building stronger homes and a stronger future
Believing that I could find a better education here, my parents brought me to the United States when I was 6 years old. Today, I am in the ninth grade at the Global Learning Charter Public School.