Sports
Silva becomes Voc-Tech's all-time leading scorer in girls basketball
Junior guard Jai-Ana Silva surpasses Stephanie Antoine's mark of 1,493 points
GNB Voc-Tech's Jai-Ana Silva surpasses 1,500 career points
With 31 points in a playoff win, Jai-Ana Silva becomes GNB Voc-Tech's all-time leading scorer in girls basketball.
Wareham boys basketball seeded first in 2026 Div. 4 state tournament
The Vikings have earned the top seed in the Div. 4 playoffs after a strong regular season.
Crime
DNA in 1988 Murder May Link to New Bedford Highway Killings
Court rules DNA testing can move forward in decades-old Dartmouth murder case despite defendant's death.
Former New Bedford Police Chief Seeks Private Eye License
Oliveira's request to relinquish law enforcement certification faces review over undisclosed lawsuits.
Retired New Bedford Firefighter Faces Trial for Bar Fight
Manuel Mota declined a plea deal and will go to trial on April 7 over a disorderly conduct charge from a 2025 incident.
Weather
New Bedford Lifts Citywide Parking Ban After Blizzard
Mayor Jon Mitchell ends parking restrictions as cleanup efforts progress.
New Bedford Parking Ban Remains in Effect During Blizzard Cleanup
Mayor provides update on recovery efforts after record-breaking storm.
SouthCoast Blizzard Reveals Heartwarming Silver Linings
Blizzard 2026 gave the SouthCoast perspective and connection.
Entertainment
Free Broadway Karaoke Night at Harbor Hotel
One-night-only event with no cover charge hosted by New Bedford venue
New Bedford JazzFest Returns March 1
The annual acoustic jazz series will feature three shows at the Steeple Playhouse starting next month.
Southcoast Brass Band to Headline Mardi Gras Celebration
Festive event at Bayside Lounge raises funds for local youth organization
Lifestyle
Overlooked No More: Bobby Garnett, 'Godfather' of Vintage Dealers
His store, Bobby From Boston, transformed the way vintage men's wear is sold, serving as a model for a generation of retailers.
Massachusetts Offers SNAP Food Replacement After Blizzard
SNAP recipients can get reimbursed for spoiled food due to power outages during the recent record-breaking snowstorm.
Black and White Images Capture New Bedford's Port
Photographer shares moody, atmospheric shots of the historic fishing town's waterfront
