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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T190000
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SUMMARY:City Council Finance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The City Council Finance Committee will meet on Monday\, April 13\, at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chamber\, Room 214. \nMembers will review several financial items\, including school funding and updates on city projects. \nAgenda highlights: \n\n Zeiterion Theatre finances and operations update\nProposal to extend benefits for city employees on military leave\nTransfer of over $1.3 million in state aid to the School Department\nEasement agreement with MassDOT for the Route 18 pedestrian bridge\n\nCity officials\, school leaders\, and Zeiterion representatives are expected to attend. The meeting will be live-streamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/city-council-finance-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Government,Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260225T202722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T202722Z
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SUMMARY:2026 State of Business Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:One SouthCoast Chamber will host Mayor Paul Coogan’s 2026 State of Business Luncheon on Wednesday\, April 1\, at Fall River Country Club.\n\nBusiness leaders\, community partners\, and public officials will attend. Mayor Coogan will outline the city’s economic progress\, priorities\, and plans to support local businesses.\n\nRegistration and a buffet luncheon begin at 11:30 a.m. The program starts at noon. Location is 4232 North Main St.\, Fall River. Sponsorships are available.\n\nRegistration is required. Details are at www.onesouthcoast.com or by contacting Katie Greene at kgreene@onesouthcoast.com
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2026-state-of-business-luncheon/
LOCATION:Fall River Country Club\, 4232 N. Main Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260317T160531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T161042Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings III (third event) at New Bedford District Court
DESCRIPTION:The third No Kings March for the People is scheduled Saturday\, March 28\, from 3 to 5 p.m. outside New Bedford District Court. \nCommunity members from across the region will gather for a peaceful march.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/no-kings-iii-at-new-bedford-district-court/
LOCATION:New Bedford District Court\, 75 North 6th St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260317T161642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T123355Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Part III (2nd event) at Buttonwood Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe peaceful event is sponsored by Democracy Unleashed and is organized as a demonstration focused on democracy and civic engagement.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/no-kings-part-iii-2nd-event-at-buttonwood-park/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260317T162432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T162432Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings III (part 1) at NB Commuter Rail Pedestrian Overpass Bridge
DESCRIPTION: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. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring flags\, music and a positive spirit as large letters are hung across the bridge. The gathering focuses on community support\, civic pride and shared participation. Organizers describe the message simply: No thrones. No crowns. No kings.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/no-kings-iii-part-1-at-nb-commuter-rail-pedestrian-overpass-bridge/
LOCATION:Commuter Rail Pedestrian Overpass Bridge\, 536 Acushnet Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260318T144549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T144549Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Office Hours at Royal Grille
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCity 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 residents\, no advance appointments are required\, and meeting with Mayor Mitchell will be done on a first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mayors-office-hours-at-royal-grille/
LOCATION:Royal Grille\, 296 North Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260319T203258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T203258Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Breakfast at UMass Dartmouth
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe annual event brings together union members and state and federal legislators for conversation and updates. Local and statewide elected officials are expected to attend. \nParking is available in Lot 5. \nThe Marketplace is located on the second floor of the building nearest the parking lot. There is no cost to attend. \nRSVP at https://bit.ly/2026SEMALaborBreakfast
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/legislative-breakfast-at-umass-dartmouth/
LOCATION:UMass Dartmouth\, 285 Old Westport Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Free,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260311T183226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T183258Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford City Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council meets on Thursday\, March 12 at 7 p.m. in Room 214\, City Hall.\n\nAgenda items include:\nUtility 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.\n\nCouncilors will review committee reports on park memorial dedications\, private livery license applications\, and financial matters\, including a Health Department revolving fund and the Community Preservation Act budget for fiscal year 2026.\n\nThe meeting will be live-streamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-city-council-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260217T214655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T214655Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford Democrats Caucus
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistered and pre-registered Democrats in New Bedford who will be 16 by March 29 may vote and seek election as delegates or alternates during the caucus. Youth ages 16 to 35\, people with disabilities\, people of color\, veterans\, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who are not elected may apply to serve as add-on delegates at the caucus or at massdems.org/massdems-convention. \nConvention is scheduled for May 30\, 2026\, at the DCU Center in Worcester. The New Bedford Democratic City Committee organizes a bus to the event each year. Details are forthcoming. \nResidents interested in committee involvement may contact Lisa Lemieux at NewBedfordDems@gmail.com or 508-436-0774.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-democrats-caucus/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Angels Band Club\, 1446 Acushnet Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260202T224056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T224233Z
UID:10154162-1771489800-1771495200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast with Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDriscoll will speak about her experience in local government and her focus on regional economic development\, housing\, and education policy. \nThursday\, Feb. 19\, 2026\, 8:30–10 a.m. at White’s of Westport. \nMembers pay $65 or $650 for a table of 10; registration closes Feb. 13.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/breakfast-with-lt-governor-kim-driscoll/
LOCATION:White’s of Westport\, 66 State Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260115T191619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200033Z
UID:10152569-1769454000-1769454000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:City Ordinance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Ordinance Committee meets Monday\, Jan. 26\, 2026\, at 7 p.m. The meeting continues public hearings on proposed zoning changes. \nAgenda:\nTopics include residential infill standards and revisions to principal use rules. Planning Board recommendations will help shape the discussion. \nThe meeting will be live-streamed and recorded\, and can be found on the City of New Bedford homepage.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/city-ordinance-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260107T190816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190816Z
UID:10151938-1768500000-1768500000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Zoning Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is at 6 p.m. Thursday\, Jan. 15. \nListed agenda items include public hearings on several residential development proposals\, including permit extensions\, new apartment projects\, and a request to reuse a former school. \nThere will also be a review prior meeting minutes. \nThe next meeting is scheduled for Feb. 19\, 2026.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/zoning-board-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T090000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20260107T175132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T175132Z
UID:10151936-1767862800-1767862800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Council on Aging Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The first meeting of 2026 for the Council on Aging Advisory Board is at 9 a.m. Thursday\, Jan. 8. \nAgenda 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. \nThe next meeting is scheduled for Feb. 12\, 2026.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/council-on-aging-meeting/
LOCATION:Council on Aging Administrative Office\, 181 Hillman St. Building #9\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Elderly,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251231T162125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T162125Z
UID:10149157-1767636000-1767636000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:2026 City of New Bedford Inaugural Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIt will be held at the New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill. Newly elected and re-elected municipal officials will be formally recognized. \nAttendance is free and open to the public.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2026-city-of-new-bedford-inaugural-ceremony/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251229T212306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T212306Z
UID:10149148-1767636000-1767636000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Special City Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nCouncilors 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 formally organize following the swearing in of elected officials.\n\nSeveral appointments and reappointments are on the agenda. These include assistant city solicitors\, legislative counsel to the City Council\, and merchandise weighers for the 2026 calendar year.\n\nThe Election Commission will report the results of the 2026 municipal election as part of the organizational process.\n\nFind the full agenda on the city website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-city-council-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251219T173535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T173535Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford Cultural Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAgenda:\n\nApproval of Minutes from 11/17/25 IV.\nDiscuss scored grants and establish funding tiers with Rob Tetrault\, Finance Manager for the City of New Bedford\nAction Items for Next Meeting – Monday\, January 19\, 2026 via Zoom
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-cultural-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251211T002811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T002811Z
UID:10147942-1765911600-1765911600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Appointments & Briefings Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAgenda highlights include a 30 minute citizen’s input period. Chris Lamontagne plans to offer public comment on rat infestation and city transparency. \nA public hearing is scheduled on a special permit application from L and S Transport Inc. The request covers motor vehicle sales\, rentals\, and repair at 724 Ashley Blvd. \nProposed appointments are also on the agenda. These include Jason Thody as Police Chief and George M. Viveiros to the Board of Park Commissioners. \nThe council will consider a waiver request from Swift Sales for a junk and second hand license. \nA license renewal petition from Gerana’s Transportation Inc. will also be reviewed. The company operates a private livery service. \nThe full agenda is available on the city’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/appointments-briefings-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251210T235515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T235515Z
UID:10147940-1765479600-1765479600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford City Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council meets at 7 p.m. with an opening prayer and the pledge. \nPublic hearings are scheduled for Verizon New England projects on County Street and Phillips Road. \nThe mayor submitted several appointments\, including one to the Veterans Advisory Board and multiple constable appointments. \nNew business includes proposed loan orders for school repair projects\, a feasibility study for Trinity Day Academy\, and adoption of the 2025 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. \nCouncillors will also review motions on tree-planting policy\, hazardous-waste safeguards\, traffic-safety legislation\, and naming a new South End elementary school in honor of Bruce Oliveira. \nConsent items include citations\, a street closing for AHA Night NB Festive\, approval of an illuminated sign on Brock Avenue\, and receipt of board meeting minutes. \nFind the full agenda on the city’s website. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-city-council-meeting-8/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Government
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251113T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T203204Z
UID:10145237-1763665200-1763665200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:City Ordinance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis meeting is being live streamed and recorded. City Council and committee meetings can be viewed on the City of New Bedford homepage under Quick Links. \nFull agenda and documents are found on the city website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/city-ordinance-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251030T155007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T155007Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Affairs – Special Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Environmental Affairs – Special Committee meets Monday\, Nov. 10\, 2025\, at 7 p.m. in City Hall\, 2nd Floor\, Room 214. \nThe 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 Buttonwood Park Pond and Dam project will also be reviewed. Additional items are listed on the City of New Bedford website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/environmental-affairs-special-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T063047
CREATED:20251030T160613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160613Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford School Committee: Sub-Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Finance & Operations: Monday\, Nov. 3\, 2025\, 5 p.m.\, PRAB\, Room 224 \nAgenda TBA\nAlso available via Zoom\nMeeting ID: 889 6852 7379\nPasscode: 321889 \nSend public comments to PublicComments@newbedfordschools.org. Comments must be submitted no later than 3 p.m. on the meeting day.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-school-committee-sub-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Schools
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UID:10135873-1761678000-1761678000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford City Council Audit Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council Audit Committee will meet Tuesday\, Oct. 28\, 2025\, at 7 p.m. in Room 214 of City Hall. \nThe 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. \nAnother item asks for monthly expenditure reports by every city department and account. \nThe meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-city-council-audit-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Government
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UID:10135875-1761674400-1761681600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fall fundraiser to benefit State Rep. Mark Sylvia
DESCRIPTION: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. \n Contributions can be made online or by check payable to the Sylvia Committee.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-fundraiser-to-benefit-state-rep-mark-sylvia/
LOCATION:Shipyard Park\, 12 Water St.\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Politics
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T152641Z
UID:10135161-1761670800-1761674400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Library Board of Trustees meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Library Board of Trustees will meet this month on Tuesday\, Oct. 28\, at the Main Library\, at 5 p.m. \nNo agenda has been posted as of this publication. \nThere will be no meeting in September. The next meeting will be Nov. 25\, 5- 6 p.m. at the Main Library.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-library-board-of-trustees-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford Public Library\, 613 Pleasant St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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