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New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
New Bedford News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping New Bedford and Massachusetts' South Coast. From local government and business developments to the fishing industry, offshore wind, healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, and community events across Bristol County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of New England's most…
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New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Live Music at Off the Hook This Friday | New Bedford News
Get ready for a vibrant Friday afternoon of live music at Off the Hook in Fairhaven—featuring country hits from Dan and Shay, Kane Brown, Zac Brown Band, and…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pedal for the Path Bike Ride | New Bedford News
Pedal for the Path is back—join the 35-mile bike tour on Sunday, August 30th, starting at Running Brook Vineyard, to help finish the South Coast Bikeway. Ride…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Exit Zero Rocks Oriental Pearl | New Bedford News
Exit Zero is bringing the heat to Oriental Pearl in Westport tonight, August 29th, with a wild set that fuses dance, country, rock, reggae, and classic hits…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cape Cod Comedy Carnival Lineup | New Bedford News
Get ready to laugh till your sides hurt at the Cape Cod Comedy Carnival on Saturday, August 29th at 7 PM at the Tilden Arts Center! Top New York comedians…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Get Lucky Brings Funk & Hip-Hop to Cisco Brewers | New Bedford News
Get Lucky is bringing the heat to Cisco Brewers on August 29th, spinning a vibrant mix of 70s R&B, 80s hip-hop, Latin, and Portuguese grooves from 6–9 PM under…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Joe Mac Brings Classic Rock to Fairhaven | New Bedford News
Get ready to rock the afternoon at Off the Hook in Fairhaven, MA—Joe Mac drops classic rock anthems live August 29 from 1–4 PM. Perfect for music lovers…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gracie Grace & All The Good Boys Live | New Bedford News
Gracie Grace and All The Good Boys are bringing their soulful, funk-infused rock sound to Cisco Brewers in New Bedford on August 29th—think powerful vocals…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fawn Lake, Airport Webcams, and Housing Plans | New Bedford News
Fawn Lake’s cleanup is underway—hydro-raking and herbicides are clearing overgrowth, but temporarily closing the lake for public access. Meanwhile, Hanscom…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Connecting Seniors with Essential Help | New Bedford News
Need help for seniors or their caregivers? Meet Kathleen Bond, the social services coordinator at the Bedford Council on Aging, who’s been connecting elders…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Craft Your Viking Leather Pouch | New Bedford News
Dive into Viking craftsmanship at this hands-on leather workshop where beginners turned raw hide into sturdy, stylish pouches—perfect for keys, coins, or your…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lights Out Band Never Played | New Bedford News
Lights Out was set to electrify the Seaport Waterfront Bar on August 28th, delivering a nostalgic throwback set spanning decades of hits—but the show…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Exit Fame & Local Hip-Hop Showcase | New Bedford News
Get ready to feel the bass drop at “Started From the Bottom,” a high-energy hip-hop night hosted by HookAnimalz and DJ Fahrenheit at The Vault Performing Arts…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Friday Rollout: 2026 Event Calendar | New Bedford News
Get ready for a major rollout across 2026 — with events hitting every Friday from August through December, totaling 14 carefully timed dates. Two in August…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Troy Caruana Live in New Bedford | New Bedford News
Troy Caruana, Boston’s master multi-instrumentalist, brings his soulful blend of country, folk, blues, and bluegrass to Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar in New…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Back to School After the Pandemic | New Bedford News
When schools shuttered in March 2020, remote learning became an overnight reality — a chaotic pivot that reshaped education forever. By fall 2021, the push was…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wood Burning Workshop Turns Spoons Into Art | New Bedford News
Turn plain wooden spoons into stunning kitchen art at this hands-on pyrography workshop—learn wood-burning basics, pick the right tools, and create your own…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Autumn Drive Live at Cisco Brewers | New Bedford News
Get ready to rock: indie rock band Autumn Drive is taking the stage at Cisco Brewers in New Bedford on August 28th, delivering their fresh sound from 6–9 PM…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Thursdays in the Calendar | New Bedford News
Get ready for a nonstop Thursday rhythm—starting August 2026 and running through February 2027, with fresh events launching every single week. No breaks, no…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!A Street’s Glow-Up Powered by Neighbors | New Bedford News
A once-dilapidated block on State Street has blossomed into a vibrant, neighbor-led renaissance thanks to Christopher Stark, a retired makeup artist turned…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford’s Weekly Community Highlights | New Bedford News
Don’t miss Bedford’s weekly pulse: local art shines at the library, deep conversations unfold at First Parish, and families gear up for fun at Lutheran…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Acushnet Cruise Night This Thursday | New Bedford News
Get ready to rev up your night—Acushnet’s Cruise Night is hitting the Town Green on Thursday, August 27th, from 5 to 8 PM. Classic cars, local eats, and DJ…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!G and Friends Live at Cisco Brewers | New Bedford News
Get ready to groove under the stars this Saturday, August 27th, as G and Friends take the stage at Cisco Brewers from 6 PM to 9 PM — spinning jazz, rock, pop…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Two-Year Event Calendar Unveiled | New Bedford News
Mark your calendars — a brand-new monthly event series kicks off August 2026 and runs through July 2028, hitting the fourth Thursday of every month. With dates…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Flock Cameras Under Fire in New Bedford | New Bedford News
New Bedford’s City Council just slammed the brakes on Flock’s license-plate cameras—ordering their removal or covering while under audit, amid heated public…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Arts Illuminated: Behind the Scenes with Local Artists | New Bedford News
Get ready to dive into the creative minds behind local art—Arts Illuminated, hosted by Devin “Nived” McLaughlin, brought artists to the Steeple Playhouse for…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Your Favorite Color Live at Apponagansett | New Bedford News
Your Favorite Color delivered a vibrant, genre-blending show at Apponagansett Park, proving why their 40+ years of combined experience make them a force to be…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!William Rotch Whaler and Traitor | New Bedford News
A Quaker, a whaler, a traitor, a spy—William Rotch’s wild life is brought to vivid life in the new graphic history book “Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy!” This…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Neil McCarthy Joins Guard Rail Alarm Clock | New Bedford News
Neil McCarthy, the legendary guitarist who’s shaped New Bedford’s music scene for decades, is back on stage with the Guard Rail Alarm Clock—jamming live at…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Massachusetts Primaries Shape Future | New Bedford News
Massachusetts voters brace for a pivotal election season as primaries loom — with key races shaping the state’s future. In the governor’s race, business-savvy…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Healey Eyes UMass Return to New Bedford | New Bedford News
Governor Maura Healey is reevaluating the future of UMass Dartmouth’s downtown New Bedford campus, reversing her earlier silence after its abrupt 2023 closure…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Free Poetry Night at New Bedford Art Museum | New Bedford News
Free poetry night at the New Bedford Art Museum—open mic, open hearts. Every last Wednesday, poets and poetry lovers gather for original readings and raw…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Three Sisters, One Faith, Many Paths | New Bedford News
Three women from wildly different backgrounds—Lebanese, Australian, and Boston-born—left behind conventional dreams to become Maronite sisters in a historic…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford Schools Get Creative Boost | New Bedford News
Bedford’s arts and education scene just got a major boost as the Bedford Education Foundation awarded $4,200 in new grants for summer 2026 projects — bringing…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Leona Mahler Sussman Turns 100 | New Bedford News
Leona Mahler Sussman, a centenarian artist and poet with roots in Lithuania and Ohio, is celebrating her 100th birthday with a major art show at First Parish…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!West Nile in Bedford Mosquito Alert | New Bedford News
Bedford’s mosquito population has tested positive for West Nile Virus—risk is moderate, no human cases yet, and EEE remains absent. These mosquitoes breed in…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford TV: Free Local Media Hub | New Bedford News
Bedford TV is a free, nonprofit community hub broadcasting local news, town meetings, high school sports, and student films—available on Comcast and Verizon…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Shape Bedford's Future in 2036 | New Bedford News
Bedford’s big 10-year vision, Bedford 2036, is here — and it’s shaped by YOU. After a year of listening, surveys, and community input, the draft plan covers…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford Fire Responds to 69 Calls | New Bedford News
Bedford Fire Department raced to 69 calls in one wild week—ranging from a toddler locked in a bathroom to a motorcyclist crushed in a head-on crash. They…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Child Watch Program Launches at Middlesex | New Bedford News
Middlesex Community College is launching a groundbreaking child watch program at its Bedford campus starting fall 2027, turning the historic Trustees House…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Six Strong Candidates Battle for MA Seat | New Bedford News
Six candidates are battling it out in Massachusetts’ Sixth Congressional District primary, with a lively town hall in Bedford giving voters a front-row seat to…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ninth District Debate Heats Up | New Bedford News
In a fiery primary debate ahead of September 1, Ninth District candidates William Keating and Craig Swallow clashed over immigration, money in politics…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Free Summer Music at Maplewood Park | New Bedford News
Don’t miss the final free Summer Evenings in the Park event this Wednesday, August 26th, at Maplewood Park in Fall River—live music by six-L Camino, arts &…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Join the Lexington Pops Chorus | New Bedford News
Want to belt out some tunes and join a community of passionate singers? The Lexington Pops Chorus is calling all music lovers — especially tenors, but anyone…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jazz in the Garden for Berklee | New Bedford News
Jazz in the Garden is happening August 26th — a live jazz night with the Yoron Israel Group, light bites, and a chance to support Berklee’s scholarship fund…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Flag Football for Kids in Bedford | New Bedford News
Bedford High’s flag football program for grades 1-7 is launching this fall—coached by varsity pros, running Saturdays Sept 26–Oct 17 at Sabourin Field. Only 50…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Healey’s Bold Moves on Energy, Housing, and Education | New Bedford News
Governor Healey is aggressively advancing offshore wind energy to boost energy independence, slash utility costs, and counter federal delays—while also…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cisco Brewers Music Night Outdoors | New Bedford News
Get ready to groove under the stars at Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar on August 25th, where live music kicks off at 6 PM and runs until 9 PM—perfect for soaking…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Waterfront Vibes This Summer | New Bedford News
This summer, waterfront spots across the region are buzzing with life—families savoring seafood at Mattapoisett Wharf, folk music echoing from Westport Sea…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford’s Week: Crash, Startup, and Vote | New Bedford News
A dramatic motorcycle crash sent shockwaves through Bedford, sending a Billerica rider to the hospital after a head-on collision — a sobering reminder of road…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford Boards This Week | New Bedford News
Bedford’s local government is buzzing this week with key meetings and deadlines—don’t miss the Board of Registrars hashing out state primary election details…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Peach Crumble Recipe for Summer | New Bedford News
Peach season is here, and the ultimate way to savor it? A warm, juicy peach crumble that’s a summer staple in every home. Whether you enjoy it topped with…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford Mosquito Spraying Tonight | New Bedford News
Bedford’s mosquito spraying kicks off Monday, August 24th, targeting neighborhoods near Concord Road, Davis Road, and others—using a low-toxicity…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford’s September Events & Opportunities | New Bedford News
Get ready for action in Bedford—this week’s top updates: The Livestrong First Responder Ride kicks off September 6th, the Master Singers are auditioning…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bedford Water Upgrade Bid Alert | New Bedford News
Bedford, Massachusetts is gearing up for major water infrastructure upgrades with a new pump station and 40 feet of piping on Evans Avenue — plus demolition of…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Carve History: Scrimshaw Workshop in New Bedford | New Bedford News
Carve your way into history at New Bedford’s scrimshaw workshop—learn the ancient pin-carving technique on plastic and real cow bone, all while soaking in the…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kali Stoddard-Imari Live at Cisco Brewers | New Bedford News
Kali Stoddard-Imari is bringing his genre-blending magic to Cisco Brewers on August 24th, turning a summer evening into a sonic adventure with folk-pop, rock…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stripes Movie Night with Bill Murray | New Bedford News
Get ready to laugh and relive classic chaos as The Z kicks off their Bill Murray marathon with a screening of Stripes — the 1981 comedy where Bill Murray’s…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Flock Cameras Spark City Council Chaos | New Bedford News
New Bedford’s city council meeting erupted into chaos over Flock license plate cameras after a police officer allegedly used them to track her ex-girlfriend…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Art Where Nature Takes the Lead | New Bedford News
Step into a wild, evolving art experience where nature and creativity collide in the Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens. This year’s “ambrosia / salad” exhibition…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Beach Nights Bring Summer Vibes to Cisco Brewers | New Bedford News
Beach Nights, the legendary band with over 20 years of hits spanning pop, country, rock, and dance, is bringing their high-energy vibe to Cisco Brewers on…