South Coast Rail Press Conference

New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell and other local officials and business leaders hold a press conference at South Station in Boston advocating for commuter rail to the region.  September 17th, 2014.

High Liner Foods Ribbon Cutting

Mayor Jon Mitchell presides over ribbon cutting ceremony for High Liner Foods along the city’s waterfront.

Solar Press Conference

New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell and US EPA administrator Gina McCarthy hold press conference at Sullivan’s Ledge to announce new solar program being located on the property. September 19th, 2014.

Grand Opening of McCoy Enrichment Center

Local officials gather for the ribbon cutting of the new enrichment center at the Andrea McCoy recreation center located at 181 Hillman St., September 13th, 2014.

9-eleven Mural

The local veterans group Dog Tags, unveils mural to commemorate the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. September 11th, 2014.

Latino Beach Festival

Annual Latino Festival held at Hazlewood Park and West Beach.  Summer 2014.

Ft. Taber/Ft. Rodman Revolutionary War Encampment

Weekend encampment with Revolutionary War actors. August 24th, 2014.

New Bedford Remembers 9-eleven

Mayor Jon Mitchell presides over annual ceremonies on the steps of City Hall to commemorate the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. September 11, 2014.

New Bedford Unveils Two New Fire Trucks

Mayor Jon Mitchell and Fire Chief Michael Gomes unveil the two newest fire trucks to the department’s fleet, September 9th, 2014.

Animal Control Issues: 2014 Pet Fest

Join Manny Maciel, the city’s Director of Animal Control, as he highlights the 15th Annual Pet Fest at Buttonwood Park. Watch Now