WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, […]
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 […]
The 2026 SouthCoast Job Fair is on Thursday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Whites of Westport. All job seekers are welcome with no pre-registration required. Attendees can meet employers who are hiring now and learn about openings across many industries. Bringing resumes and dressing professionally is encouraged. Some employers may offer […]
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux came into office three years ago after frustration with 25-year former Sheriff Tom Hodgson finally reached a boiling point. Heroux ran as a reformer, and […]
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 […]
The Special Committee on Special Permits and Licensing will meet on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in City Council chambers at City Hall. Agenda items include: A public hearing on an application from Knd Auto Rentals LLC for a special permit for motor vehicle sales or rentals at Belleville Avenue. Councilors will also […]
The Sole Foot Clinic meets on Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at Mercy Meals & More, focusing on spiritual, mental, and physical well-being while respecting each guest’s dignity. Volunteers provide foot evaluations and care, check height, weight, and vital signs, and share guidance on nutrition and foot health. Healthy feet can help prevent illness […]
Martha’s Pantry at Grace provides groceries each week to households in Greater New Bedford. The food available includes fresh produce and bread. The goal is to supply three meals a day for three days for each family member. Households may visit once a month. Pantry is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. […]
DARTMOUTH -- The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is open weekly on Friday afternoons outdoors at St. Mary's Church into October. The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is centered around locally grown, raised and crafted food and art. The market is located on the St. Mary's Parish Center lawn in Padanaram Village, featuring locally grown produce and flowers, locally […]
The documentary Women on the Water follows six women working in New Hampshire’s fishing and aquaculture industries. They build careers in lobstering, seafood distribution, oyster farming, and tuna fishing. Each has faced personal and industry barriers. The 44-minute film highlights independence, determination, and grit on the water. It was produced by New Hampshire Sea Grant. […]
WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, […]
Hunger Heroes Food Drop helps neighbors in need on the South Coast by distributing groceries on the third Thursday of each month at the Family Resource Center. Volunteers and staff give out fresh produce, pantry staples, bread, and other items while supplies last. No registration required. Staff can answer questions and direct people to additional […]
The Coastal Foodshed farmers' market has moved indoors for the season at the Buttonwood Park Senior Center/Warming House. It runs from November through May, bringing fresh, local produce throughout the colder months. Cash, credit, SNAP, HIP, Senior coupons, and WIC coupons are accepted. The indoor market keeps local food within easy reach for Greater New […]
Damien’s Food Pantry will hold a “Fill a Card, Fill a Plate” bingo night on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Dudley Brown VFW, 4 Gibbs Ball Road, Wareham. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bingo begins at 7 p.m. The fee is $50 per person (includes 15 games and one drink ticket). Proceeds support the […]
FAIRHAVEN -- The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. Look for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP, HIP, Senior & WIC, FMNP are accepted by some farmers.
An in-person Grant Writing Workshop will help participants strengthen their grant-writing skills and develop more effective proposals. The session is designed for those with project ideas who want guidance on turning them into competitive grant applications. Participants will receive training from two experienced facilitators who have written, reviewed, and evaluated hundreds of grants. The workshop […]
NEW BEDFORD -- The PACE Community Food Center is open five days a week, serving free, nutritious staples and essential items to residents of the Greater New Bedford community. The schedule is: Monday, 10 am - 2 pm Tuesday, 10 am - 2 pm Wednesday, 10 am - 2 pm Thursday, 2 pm - 7 […]
Mass 2-1-1 and Lyft have teamed up to offer Relief Rides, a limited free transportation program for eligible individuals without access to other local options. Rides are available for critical non-emergency needs such as food access, short-term work transportation, and medical or mental health appointments. The service is open to qualified residents in Fall River […]
A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. Residents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
NEW BEDFORD -- The city of New Bedford is pleased to announce the opening of the Swap Shop, a new initiative at the New Bedford Recycling Center that allows residents […]
United Way of Greater New Bedford will provide free food through its Winter Mobile Market. Fresh produce and shelf-stable items will be available to local residents. North End dates are Feb. 25 to March 18 at BankFive, 1724 Acushnet Ave. South End dates are March 4 to March 25 at BankFive, 160 County St. Hours […]
The Internal Affairs Committee will meet Monday, March 23, 2026, at 7 p.m. in City Council chambers at City Hall. Agenda items include discussion of proposed updates to city ordinances, including regulations related to secondhand dealers and pawnbrokers. Councilors will also review matters referred from the City Council concerning licensing and municipal regulatory policies. The […]
Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. A hot breakfast is served Monday through Saturday from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Guests are treated with dignity and respect. In addition to free meals, the organization offers clothing and foot care. Its mission […]
Learn practical ways to protect your home and family at the upcoming "Home Basics" workshop on Tuesday, March 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. The session will be held at […]
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