The New Bedford Library Board of Trustees will meet this month on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at the Main Library, at 5 p.m. No agenda has been posted as of this publication. There will be no meeting in September. The next meeting will be Nov. 25, 5- 6 p.m. at the Main Library.
A fall fundraiser to benefit State Rep. Mark Sylvia is set for Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Inn at Shipyard Park, 13 Water St. in Mattapoisett Suggested donations range from $50 to $1,000. Contributions can be made online or by check payable to the Sylvia Committee.
The New Bedford City Council Audit Committee will meet Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Room 214 of City Hall. The agenda includes reports from the Purchasing Director on monthly Requests for Proposals. It also requests a detailed list of all contractors engaged from Jan. 2014 to Sept. 2022. Another item asks for […]
Finance & Operations: Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, 5 p.m., PRAB, Room 224 Agenda TBA Also available via Zoom Meeting ID: 889 6852 7379 Passcode: 321889 Send public comments to PublicComments@newbedfordschools.org. Comments must be submitted no later than 3 p.m. on the meeting day.
The Environmental Affairs – Special Committee meets Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. in City Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 214. The agenda includes discussion of the 2025 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, contamination concerns at Bliss Corner, and odor and runoff issues linked to Bob’s Tire Company on Brook Street. A $6.8 million loan for the […]
The City Ordinance Committee will meet to review zoning updates, license requests and several communications from city departments. Members plan to discuss revisions to the zoning code and proposed changes to the Table of Principal Use Regulations. Budget matters and administrative items are also on the agenda. This meeting is being live streamed and recorded. […]
The New Bedford City Council meets at 7 p.m. with an opening prayer and the pledge. Public hearings are scheduled for Verizon New England projects on County Street and Phillips Road. The mayor submitted several appointments, including one to the Veterans Advisory Board and multiple constable appointments. New business includes proposed loan orders for school […]
The New Bedford City Council’s Appointments & Briefings Committee will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Room 214 at City Hall. Agenda highlights include a 30 minute citizen’s input period. Chris Lamontagne plans to offer public comment on rat infestation and city transparency. A public hearing is scheduled on a special […]
The New Bedford Cultural Council will conduct a virtual meeting on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, at 6 p.m. The Zoom ID is 829 4518 2858. No passcode is needed. Agenda: Approval of Minutes from 11/17/25 IV. Discuss scored grants and establish funding tiers with Rob Tetrault, Finance Manager for the City of New Bedford Action […]
A special meeting of the New Bedford City Council is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers at 133 William St. Councilors will organize for the 2026 term, including the election of a City Council president and president pro tem. The council will also draw seats, if required, and […]
The New Bedford City Council School Committee and Board of Assessors will hold the 2026 City of New Bedford Inaugural Ceremony at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. It will be held at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill. Newly elected and re-elected municipal officials will be formally recognized. Attendance is free […]
The first meeting of 2026 for the Council on Aging Advisory Board is at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Agenda items include approval of prior minutes, updates on ongoing work, and reports from board leadership and staff. Members will also discuss a Community Development Block Grant. The next meeting is scheduled for Feb. 12, 2026.
The New Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Listed agenda items include public hearings on several residential development proposals, including permit extensions, new apartment projects, and a request to reuse a former school. There will also be a review prior meeting minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for […]
The Ordinance Committee meets Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. The meeting continues public hearings on proposed zoning changes. Agenda: Topics include residential infill standards and revisions to principal use rules. Planning Board recommendations will help shape the discussion. The meeting will be live-streamed and recorded, and can be found on the City of […]
One SouthCoast Chamber hosts a breakfast with Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll for members only. She took office in 2023 and leads several state economic and policy initiatives alongside Gov. Maura Healey. Driscoll will speak about her experience in local government and her focus on regional economic development, housing, and education policy. Thursday, Feb. 19, […]
New Bedford Democrats will gather on Sunday, March 1, at 1 p.m. to elect 44 delegates and 24 alternates to represent the city at the 2026 State Democratic Convention. Doors open at noon at Our Lady of Angels Band Club. Registered and pre-registered Democrats in New Bedford who will be 16 by March 29 may […]
The New Bedford City Council meets on Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in Room 214, City Hall. Agenda items include: Utility hearings on conduit installations on city streets, several mayoral communications regarding board and commission appointments. A proposed airport property lease agreement will also be discussed. Councilors will review committee reports on park memorial […]
The Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council and UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center will host the 2026 Labor Legislative Breakfast on Saturday, March 21, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at The Marketplace on the UMass Dartmouth campus. The annual event brings together union members and state and federal legislators for conversation and updates. Local and statewide […]
Mayor Jon Mitchell will hold Office Hours on Thursday, March 19, at Royal Grille Restaurant, 296 N. Front St. from 5:30-7 p.m. City residents are invited to attend and meet with Mayor Mitchell directly and share their concerns and ideas, as well as a bite to eat. The session is open to all New Bedford […]
No Kings III (part 1) is planned Saturday, March 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the commuter rail pedestrian overpass bridge in New Bedford. The event is organized by Do Something Indivisible. Participants are encouraged to bring flags, music and a positive spirit as large letters are hung across the bridge. The gathering focuses […]
No Kings Part III (2nd event) is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, from noon to 2 p.m. at Buttonwood Park, at the corner of Rockdale Avenue and Arnold Street in New Bedford. The peaceful event is sponsored by Democracy Unleashed and is organized as a demonstration focused on democracy and civic engagement.
The third No Kings March for the People is scheduled Saturday, March 28, from 3 to 5 p.m. outside New Bedford District Court. Community members from across the region will gather for a peaceful march.
One SouthCoast Chamber will host Mayor Paul Coogan’s 2026 State of Business Luncheon on Wednesday, April 1, at Fall River Country Club. Business leaders, community partners, and public officials will attend. Mayor Coogan will outline the city’s economic progress, priorities, and plans to support local businesses. Registration and a buffet luncheon begin at 11:30 a.m. […]
The City Council Finance Committee will meet on Monday, April 13, at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, Room 214. Members will review several financial items, including school funding and updates on city projects. Agenda highlights: Zeiterion Theatre finances and operations update Proposal to extend benefits for city employees on military leave Transfer of […]
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