Name Guelmie Santiago Work/experience In the past few years, I have worked as a human resources manager, while also managing my own business. I worked as a human resources manager […]
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Posted inElection 2023
At-large challenger Devin Byrnes: Rebuild underused commercial space, build bonds between fishing and offshore wind
Name Devin B Byrnes Work/experience Chef and owner-operator of Destination Soups in downtown New Bedford Two-time mentor and judge for E for All business program Started and ran Cocoa at […]
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‘New Bedford is my place’ — National Park’s Jennifer White Smith can’t imagine a better job
Having started as a volunteer in 1997, her first shift as an employee was the park’s dedication day: May 17, 1998. “I truly don’t know anything else. I’ve done this my whole adult life.”
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Touring New Bedford’s new full-day preschools
Full-day preschool in New Bedford is the newest innovation that’s boosting attendance and engaging the community
Posted inElection 2023
Voters choosing final candidates in key city races
Manuel DeBrito, who chairs the city’s election commission, said he expects turnout to be driven mostly by two competitive council races and the fact that the mayor’s name is on the ballot.
Posted inElection 2023
Key info for 2023 New Bedford elections
Following are key dates for New Bedford’s Oct. 3 preliminary election and Nov. 7 final election: Find a list of polling locations around New Bedford. Use your address to find […]
Posted inCommunity Voices
Comments to The Light: The Z, Blue Harvest and Star Store strike a nerve
Reader on Blue Harvest bankruptcy: “This should be a crime. Why is this allowed to happen to honest hardworking people? It’s deplorable.”
Posted inCity Hall
Zeiterion CEO worries City Council action could sink $32 million renovation
“I support the Zeiterion, I frequent the Zeiterion. I don’t feel comfortable voting for a 99-year lease … That’s why we’re holding a hearing.” — Ward 2 City Councilor Maria Giesta
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Opinion: Campaign for The Z lifts us all
“This is our shared chance to contribute to our common cultural heritage, to lift our economy, to enrich the education of our children, and to bring more of us together to build a healthier, happier community.” — Z CEO Rosemary Gill and CEO Board Chair Frank Almeida
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Opinion: Massachusetts needs a leader to take action on Star Store ‘debacle’
“We seem to lack a leader at the state house like Gov. Paul Cellucci, or Gov. Michael Dukakis, who understood” economic development goals and priorities.”