Their economic development bills would address the housing crisis from several angles, but the work’s not over yet.
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Posted inHousing
Rising prices put homeownership out of reach for more New Bedford residents
New Bedford ranks low on homeownership affordability. Just 16% of households earn an income high enough to afford a typical 30-year mortgage.
Posted inInPerson
Street artist Tom Bob turns the everyday into something extraordinary
Pipes, vents, parking bumpers, fire hydrants. What most people barely notice walking down sidewalks, he sees as a story.
Posted inArts and Culture
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.
Posted inPolice and Courts
Judge extends abuse prevention order against city police officer
During testimony, Officer Emily Pacheco confirmed she ran her ex’s plates through Flock, but testified that it was for professional use. She said she could not recall how many times.
Posted inFishing industry
‘Who’s to say this pier ain’t next?’: Fishermen fear shrinking dock space
City officials struck a deal to keep a cruise line coming back. It displaced New Bedford fishermen along the historic waterfront.
Posted inPolice and Courts
New Bedford police officer accused of using Flock cameras to track and follow ex-romantic partner
Officer Emily Pacheco faces an internal affairs investigation. She was served an abuse prevention order Monday after a judge’s ruling.
Posted inCity Hall
New Bedford denies Justice Dept.’s request for voter records
Mayor Jon Mitchell said he’s concerned the request was “a pretext for unwarranted federal intrusion.”
Posted inStatehouse
Signing new abortion law, Healey cites stories of ‘anguish and heartache’
The law removes restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks.
Posted inEducation
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.
