Use the discount code “NBG” and get $5 off this race: http://www.thesightings.com/register/ What traditions do your friends and family uphold during the holiday season?  Perhaps you go to an annual tree lighting, spend time shopping together, or get into season by trimming the tree whilst listening to your favorite carols.  How …

Would you invite a convicted sex offender that you’ve never met to your house for dinner with your wife and kids? No? How about inviting them to become your neighbor? Or a resident of your city? You may not be inviting sex offenders to your neighborhood, but as a city, New …

“What!?” you are thinking. “How could you POSSIBLY make a promise to me like that, Stephan Rose??? I believe what Mark Twain said ‘The only two certainties in life are death and taxes’!” Well, although Mr. Twain said many wise things in his time, stop being such a Negative Nancy. …

King Richard’s Faire, New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival, opens its 2012 season on September 1 and runs through October 21, 2012 on weekends and Monday holidays (Labor Day, Columbus Day). Tucked away on 80 acres of beautiful, enchanted forest off Rt. 58,  King Richard’s Faire is a full …

One of New Bedford’s historical treasures and largest parks is Fort Taber-Fort Rodman on Clark’s Point. It’s an amazing location and that shapes the tip of the south end of New Bedford. To me, it’s important and fun to learn about your local history. Do you know why the fort …

Mayor Jon Mitchell announced today that the City of New Bedford will commemorate the 11th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a ceremony at City Hall.  At 3:30 pm on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, the Mayor, elected officials, members of New Bedford’s public safety departments, and community members will gather on …

New Bedford has a long and fascinating history, filled with stories of whalemen going to sea for years a time, wives left to run businesses, escaped slaves seeking freedom, and a connection to the sea that spans centuries. The public is invited to explore this history through free guided tours, …

After such a long musical career, it’s kind of hard to believe that Butch McCarthy has never recorded a solo album- but it’s true. Until now. He has been part of several recording projects in recent years, but always as a member of a band (McCarthy/Richards Band & The Butch …

Mt. Washington and Pairpoint glass experts, collectors and fans will gather for the New Bedford Glass Symposium at the Whaling Museum, September 13-15. The event features three days of activities, including the opening of a new permanent glass gallery. The symposium kicks off on Thursday, September 13 at 6:30 p.m. …

The Whaling History Alliance, the official fundraising organization for New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, will host an afternoon of family-friendly activities in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park on Saturday, September 8. The event will feature a 2 p.m. award presentation, honoring Congressman Barney …