Mayor Mitchell has proposed spending $18 million on arts, culture and hospitality; $13 million for neighborhood stabilization and housing; $11 million for enhancement to open space; and significant sums on other investments.
Category: COVID-19
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New Bedford walk-up and by-appointment testing clinics set for February vacation week
For rapid tests, the federal government is offering free at-home test kits online, at COVIDtests.gov. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests.
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New Bedford vaccine clinics closed Monday but open during school vacation week
From now through Feb. 26, those under age 20 who receive a vaccine and show IDs will have the opportunity to receive a $50 McCoy program voucher. Those under age 17 will be eligible for a YMCA year’s membership and program vouchers for YMCA programming.
Posted inCOVID-19
New Bedford schools to make face masks optional as of March 7
“Over the last few days, I have received consistent overwhelming feedback from parents, some students, and staff suggesting that we also lift the mask mandate.” — Superintendent of Schools Thomas Anderson.
Posted inEducation
New Bedford High School students navigate the stresses of COVID-19
“There’s a huge majority of students who are doing fine. … But we have seen an increase in anxiety and depression which are consistent with national trends.” — Kathleen Mackenzie, supervisor of clinical and behavioral services at New Bedford Public Schools
Posted inCOVID-19
New Bedford to end its mandatory mask policy in city buildings
The New Bedford Health Department is continuing with other pandemic response efforts, including the promotion of COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots, which have proved effective in preventing severe illnesses.
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Free COVID-19 testing set at locations around New Bedford
For rapid tests, the federal government is offering free at-home test kits online, at COVIDtests.gov. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests.
Posted inCOVID-19
New Bedford promotes youth vaccinations with vouchers for YMCA, McCoy Rec Center
From Feb. 12-26, those under age 20 who receive a vaccine and show ID will have the opportunity to receive a $50 McCoy program voucher. Youth under 17 will be eligible for a YMCA year’s membership and program vouchers for YMCA programming.
Posted inArts and Entertainment
New Bedford Half Marathon, folk fest, Feast and other events prepping for return
“We’re excited about the possibility of the return of outdoor events, as we continue to observe sensible public health precautions,” Mayor Jon Mitchell said. “The city’s traditional events help create a sense of community and connectedness, which are more important than ever right now.”
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Free vaccine clinics set at locations around New Bedford
Vaccination is critically important during the winter months, when indoor gatherings can lead to super-spreader events, clusters, hospitalizations, and severe illness among people who are unvaccinated.