Some candidates have said they’re not familiar with New Bedford’s budget — though fiscal oversight is the council’s primary responsibility.
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Posted inelection 2025
Issues 2025: Council candidates talk New Bedford’s budget
Candidates differ on the council’s role in shaping New Bedford’s $500 million budget.
Posted inelection 2025
Issues 2025: Council candidates talk New Bedford’s housing crisis
Most incumbents and challengers brought up housing strategies introduced months or years ago.
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Issues 2025: Council candidates talk policing
Council incumbents press the Police Department on crime, but not on recommended reforms.
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He’s running for another term as city assessor. What does he do?
Peter Berthiaume is running unopposed for one of the most misunderstood jobs in city government.
Posted inelection 2025
Council race: Lima drops out, Burgo calls out Mitchell, candidates spar on ICE
Scott Lima bows out; Shane Burgo advocates for a change “in the corner office”; and eight at-large councilors take a position on a possible collaboration with ICE.
Posted inelection 2025
Analysis: Can candidates reach the Hispanic and Latino community?
Could a sea change be in the air after three challengers beat out incumbents in the preliminary election?
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New Bedford firefighter sanctioned after Charlie Kirk comments
An independent investigation found that Jonathan Pacheco had violated the city’s social media policy. He had been placed on leave since Sept. 15.
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New Bedford challengers among top 5 in at-large councilor preliminary election
Devin Byrnes, James Roy and Jennifer Arruda finish ahead of incumbent Naomi Carney — all will advance to the November general election.
Posted inelection 2025
City Council candidate James Roy speaks about past substance use
In an interview with The Light, James Roy addresses accusations that he attempted to hide his past and says, “No one should be defined by their lowest moment.”