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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!24 Saturdays Planned for 2026 | New Bedford News
Get ready for a non-stop rhythm of events every Saturday from July through December 2026—24 dates in total, meticulously planned to keep you engaged, build…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Coast Rail: Who’s Really Benefiting | New Bedford News
South Coast Rail is sparking debate—some fear it’s displacing longtime residents, but early data shows it’s actually boosting access for lower-income and…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Massachusetts SNAP Errors Threaten State Budget | New Bedford News
Massachusetts is on the brink of a costly financial penalty after its SNAP program racked up a 12.5% error rate—far above the federal 6% threshold—raising…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Xtreme Acoustic Drops Acoustic Rock | New Bedford News
Xtreme Acoustic Drops Acoustic Rock | New Bedford News
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Eight Mystery Wednesdays in Summer 2026 | New Bedford News
Eight Mystery Wednesdays in Summer 2026 | New Bedford News
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Bedford Ditches ShotSpotter | New Bedford News
New Bedford is shutting down its ShotSpotter gunshot detection system after years of questionable accuracy and wasted resources — with alerts often triggered…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Voter Data, GOP Surge, and National Calls | New Bedford News
Voter data is being sought by the DOJ in New Bedford ahead of August 8th, as part of a wider roll-cleanup effort. Meanwhile, Bristol County is seeing a…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Detainee Records Battle in Massachusetts | New Bedford News
The ACLU is fighting to uncover healthcare records of immigrants detained at Massachusetts’ only long-term immigration facility, arguing that public records…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Free Summer Music in Fall River Parks | New Bedford News
Free summer vibes in Fall River every Wednesday night—Summer Evenings in the Park brings live music, arts, crafts, and food to different city parks without a…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Bedford’s Public Safety Shake-Up | New Bedford News
New Bedford is shutting down its ShotSpotter system after finding only 24% of alerts were real gunshots, citing cost and poor accuracy. Meanwhile, the state’s…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Watercolor Workshop Launching July 8 | New Bedford News
Watercolor Workshop Launching July 8 | New Bedford News
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!DOJ Sends Election Monitors to New Bedford | New Bedford News
Federal election monitors are heading to New Bedford for the first time, part of a nationwide DOJ initiative targeting 15 jurisdictions — including Boston and…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!988 Goes Text and Chat in MA | New Bedford News
Samaritans Southcoast is now the central hub for Massachusetts’ 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, launching 24/7 text and chat services starting October 26…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cranberry Giant Accused of Wetland Sand Dumping | New Bedford News
A.D. Makepeace, a major cranberry company turning to high-profit sand sales, faces legal heat for allegedly dumping sand into protected wetlands feeding…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mark Your Calendars: 18-Day Event | New Bedford News
Mark Your Calendars: 18-Day Event | New Bedford News
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!AHA! Night in New Bedford | New Bedford News
Get ready for AHA! Night in New Bedford on July 9th — downtown’s turning into a wild, family-friendly festival with live music, acrobats, face painting, fire…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Healey Signs Historic Budget Amid Safety and Cuts | New Bedford News
Governor Maura Healey just sealed a historic $63 billion state budget — the largest in Massachusetts history — just nine days into the new fiscal year, with…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Voter Data, Immigration, and Local Surge | New Bedford News
The DOJ is demanding full voter lists from New Bedford by August 8th — a standard but watchful move. Senator Ed Markey’s fiery stance against current…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Arts in the Park This Weekend | New Bedford News
Get ready for a vibrant day of local art, live music, and family fun at the Marion Art Center’s “Arts in the Park” this Saturday, July 11th, at Bicentennial…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Make Your Own Bug Spray & Tick Repellent | New Bedford News
Learn how to make your own natural bug spray and tick repellent using essential oils at a hands-on workshop on July 10th from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the New…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!G and Friends Live at Off the Hook | New Bedford News
Get ready to groove this Friday, July 12th, when G and Friends take the stage at Off the Hook from 1 PM to 4 PM—delivering a high-energy mix of jazz, rock…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Craft Your Own Nantucket Lightship Bracelet | New Bedford News
Craft your own classic Nantucket Lightship cuff bracelet in a hands-on class on July 11th, from 10 AM to 12:30 PM at the New Bedford Arts and Cultural…
New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dave Dunn Acoustic Set at Off the Hook | New Bedford News
Dave Dunn Acoustic Set at Off the Hook | New Bedford News