Author Archives: The New Bedford Light
Posted inElection 2024
State rep hopeful Sylvia focused on inflation, child care and health care
“I know how to bring people together to achieve our goals … I will bring with me my immense energy and enthusiasm for our communities.”
Posted inElection 2024
State Senate candidate Pacheco: ‘I have a track record of delivering results’
“One of the things I’m incredibly proud of is the number of Republicans who support my candidacy. It’s because I listen and I’m solution driven.”
Posted inElection 2024
State rep candidate Ouellette touts lifetime of public service
“I would love to work full time, as a representative that serves the people and gets things done for the 8th Bristol District.”
Posted inElection 2024
State rep candidate Pires targets migrant crisis, high cost of living
The 10th Bristol District “is at a crossroads, grappling with issues like the migrant crisis, rising costs of living, and strained resources.”
Posted inElection 2024
Watch the full Community Conversation on MCAS and the future of education
Building on The Light’s recent coverage of the MCAS ballot question in a special report, attendees heard about the history of MCAS and what’s at stake for the future.
Posted inElection 2024
State rep candidate Thrasher: ‘Put the district’s interests above party politics’
“Bring people together, work through complex issues, and make sure that our diverse district doesn’t get overlooked or lost in the shuffle.”
Posted inThe Chat with Jack Spillane
The downtown restaurant scene: challenges and rewards
What does it take to succeed running a restaurant in downtown New Bedford? These guys know. Devin Byrnes of Destination Soups and Brandon Roderick of The Baker joined The Chat host and Light columnist Jack Spillane for a fascinating hour-long discussion.
Posted inEducation
ESSAY CONTEST: The Future of Education
Get published in The Light or win $100! Essay contest open to high school students in New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Westport, and Fall River: Should Massachusetts voters remove 10th grade MCAS tests as a graduation requirement?
Posted inEnvironment
A lively Community Conversation on nitrogen pollution
If you missed last week’s town hall style discussion on the issue and what South Coast leaders are doing to address it, we’ve got the entire conversation on video.