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New Bedford dropout rate slightly better, but miles to go
The city's annual dropout rate decreased in 2011 to its lowest level in nearly a decade, according to data released last week by the state education department.
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Mayor wants to hear pros and cons of New Bedford schools
Starting this week, Mayor Jon Mitchell will kick off what he hopes will be a "good conversation" with the community about the city's school system.
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Young New Bedford man gravely ill, awaits kidney transplant
Larry Adams III, far left, needs a kidney. Next to him is sister Lisa, 16, mom, Marie, and sister, Salena, 18.
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Zeiterion gives library patrons a break
Hugh Masekela is coming to the Zeiterion Feb. 24. Library card holders are entitled to a $10 discount on tickets in a recently announced partnership.
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Freestones City Grill is a New Bedford classic
Nestled right within the heart of New Bedford's burgeoning downtown district, Freestones City Grill has emerged as one of the city's foremost destinations for classic and classy fare, having served the public's appetite since the original owners, Kerry Mitchell and Debby Seguin, first purchased the building back in 1978.
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Bean counting drives closure of big mental health and jobs provider
Fall River and New Bedford residents have spent much of the past year wondering just how 800-plus bio-tech jobs at Meditech somehow slipped through their grasp.
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The residents of Brandon Woods of New Bedford would like to thank and acknowledge the Zeiterion Theatre for their kindness and community spirit demonstrated during this past holiday season.
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Local agencies help with tax preparation
Families and seniors who struggle to make ends meet may not be taking advantage of all of the available tax breaks.
Police arrest drug, robbery suspects
Narcotics detectives in New Bedford have made a number of arrests in recent days with a series of raids beginning on Thursday at the first-fllor, west side apartment at 132 Nye St.
After 42 years apart, divorced couple back together in New Bedford
"If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it," says Ken Kidd of his reunion with Lindell Magnin after 42 years.
Democratic caucuses in New Bedford select delegates to state convention
Democratic caucuses are taking place around the state and on Saturday it was New Bedford's turn to elect delegates to the party's state convention set for June 2 in Springfield.
City manufacturer plays role in saving beached dolphins
Submitted photo New Bedford manufacturer Edson International is creating special carts for use in the rescue of stranded dolphins and small whales.
Scientists deliver update on estuaries project
UMass scientists presented a status report on the ground-breaking Massachusetts Estuaries Project Friday but did not placate a prominent critic who contends mismanagement has delayed some crucial SouthCoast reports for years.
A A A A A A A March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, the theme for this month's AHA Night in New Bedford "Hear me roar", prompts Gallery 65 artist Kim Barry of Mattapoisett, to bring us into the month with a softer touch, Orchids! Kim will present a display of her large decorative plant containers, resplendent with orchids.
Contois-Gendreau - Charles and Elaine Gendreau of New Bedford are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Toni Marie Gendreau, to Mathieu G. Contois, son of William and Lillian Contois of Acushnet.
Local Catholic priests speak out against federal contraception mandate
Some SouthCoast Catholic priests will be preaching Sunday on what they and the bishops consider the federal government's assault on religious freedom in mandating contraceptive coverage in employer health insurance plans.
NorthStar Schooner program plans Mardi Gras fundraiser
Photo shows [art of the new community center at Ingraham Place that will be home to the SCHOONER program for 6-12 year old students.
NWS: Saturday's Storm Could Bring 2 to 5 Inches of Snow
It looks like Old Man Winter could be waking up.A An ocean storm isA expected to bring accumulating snow A beginning tonight at midnight and continuing throughout Saturday, according to the National Weather Service .A A winter weather advisory is in effect from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.
New Bedford to reopen fire-damaged recreation center Monday
On Monday, Mayor Jon Mitchell will join other city officials and Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., in reopening the Andrea McCoy Recreation Center at 181 Hillman St.
New Bedford announces parking ban Saturday
With the National Weather Service forecasting at least several of inches of snow - and the possibility of more depending on the storm's track - the city's snow emergency parking ban takes effect at 8 a.m. Saturday.