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South Coast cities, towns get in the ‘spirits’ of the Halloween season
Whether it’s nights of fright or trunk-or-treats, the South Coast offers haunted happenings for everyone this month.
New Bedford musicians use harmony to express political dissent
Nine local musicians, who formed the group Blood n Dreams to protest federal government policies, recently released their first album “All Rise Up.”
Mural honors civil rights activist Jibreel Khazan
The three-paneled mural celebrates the life and legacy of the New Bedford resident, 84, who led a pivotal 1960 sit-in.
With great fanfare, Melville returns home to his Whaling City
The Herman Melville statue, unveiled at Seamen’s Bethel, solidifies the integral legacy of one of the greatest figures in American literature.
“Cuffe: Taxed” to premiere at New Bedford Whaling Museum
The 15-minute film “Cuffe: Taxed” follows Paul Cuffe and his brother-in-law Michael Wainer as they sail across Nantucket Sound, navigating around a British blockade to deliver supplies in 1778.
Federal regulations may impact arts programs at UMass Dartmouth
The U.S. Department of Education finalized federal regulations that may affect the arts program’s eligibility for federal student loans. So far the university has not come up with a plan to fight back.
Downtown eateries share limelight with newly refurbished Zeiterion
Several area restaurant owners and managers say there has been a definite uptick in patrons during performance nights at the Zeiterion.
Escape with Jimmy Buffett to ‘Margaritaville’ at The Z
New Bedford Festival Theatre’s annual summer musical returns to the newly restored Zeiterion on July 17 with Jimmy Buffett’s 2017 musical.
South Coast set to celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial
Picnics, concerts, parades and fireworks are just some of the ways local communities will honor America’s 250th birthday.
Licensing Board votes against extending last call, public consumption this summer
The decision is based in part on concern for public safety, lack of police resources and not enough time for public input.
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