A floating dock, LBGTQ+ programming, community centers and the arts are just some of the areas that legislators have earmarked in the proposed state budget.
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Posted inEnvironment
Washed out: As waterfront homeowners stock up on sand, those living near sand excavation sites pay the price
With the rise in beach nourishment projects, hard-pressed cranberry bogs may be turning to upland sand mining as a source of revenue — much to the ire of the residents who live near them.
Posted inEnvironment
Side chicks: New Bedford beach hosts rare shorebird ‘love triangle’
Piping plovers travel thousands of miles to New England each spring to nest. Although the species is typically monogamous, this year three shorebirds appear to have returned to New Bedford to reprise a tumultuous “love triangle.”
Posted inCity Hall
As residents dodge potholes, approved repair budget will fix less than 6 miles of road
After a bad winter storm season wreaked havoc on New Bedford’s roads, city councilors approved $3 million for road repairs.
Posted inCity Hall
Potholes, dark streets, and dead trees: Why city services can take weeks
Jamie Ponte, of the Department of Public Infrastructure, said many factors affect response times, and requests with safety concerns or property damage risks take precedence.
Posted inEnvironment
Shh! Wild leatherback turtles don’t like loud noises, new study reports
A recent federally funded study found that loud noises associated with offshore wind development could impact leatherback sea turtles’ habits, causing them to temporarily avoid certain areas and even spend less time looking for food.
Posted inTransportation
One year later, is South Coast Rail delivering on its promises?
It’s too soon to say, according to some experts. Local businesses say they aren’t seeing the benefits.
Posted inImmigration
Hundreds gather at Statehouse to advocate for immigrant legislation
The PROTECT Act, which would enhance civil rights and due process protections for immigrants, was among the bills supported by advocates.
Posted inHealth
South Coast collaborative ‘manifests love’ through food
The collaboration between Round the Bend Farm and four community organizations just hit the $1 million mark in food distribution to people who need it most.
Posted inImmigration
U.S. Rep. Pressley renews call to abolish ICE after visit to Burlington facility
“In the midst of this active, growing, fascist state, I’m grateful for our first line of defense. And that is the courts.” – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley