Check out our 14 New Bedford Area Events For the 4th of July Week for fun events from 3-8 July, 2012! Mayor Jon Mitchell today announced the details for New Bedford’s July 4th, 2012 fireworks display. Through the generous support and co-sponsorship of Hawthorn Medical Associates, LLC and DeMoulas Market Basket, …

It’s that time of year where spring transitions to summer and local farmers offer their harvest to the public. South Coast Massachusetts residents are fortunate to have 12 farmers markets in New Bedford, Fairhaven, Dartmouth, Westport, Acushnet, Rochester, Mattapoisett and Fall River. Supporting local farmers not only supports the local economy, but …

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, …

New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches is offering a Play in the Park & Summer Food Program for families to enjoy activities outside and enjoy free nutritious meals this summer. New Bedford recently received $35,000 from the Walmart Foundation to fund this program. This is a great way for kids to put down the …

The Slow Burning Nuggets are a young rock band from New Bedford. I exchanged insults with mastermind Ethan Weiss. Eric: Who is in the band and what do they play? Ethan: Kristin Dupre sings. Jude Kingston plays keyboards and sings as do I. Jeff Washburn plays drums. Eric: Where did …

Members of CARE Southcoast Center for Animal Rescue and Education will hold a Gala Auction and Party called “Art for Animals” to help raise money for the center. The event will be held on Friday, June 29, at 6:30pm at The Wamsutta Club on 427 County St., New Bedford. CARE, …

This article could haven easily been titled, “How to Lose 100s of Customers in 1 day,” or “How Not To Run A Facebook Page.” The Tipsy Seagull in Fall River recently announced some new rules/policies on their Facebook page. Here is what The Tipsy Seagull posted: Besides the rules, one …

Summer is here Moms and Dads! And if you’re like me that means flip-flops, sunscreen and the age-old question: how am I going to pry that xbox controller away from my kid for the next two months?! While most children spend their last few weeks of school anxiously awaiting summer …

We’re definitely starting to feel the summer heat as schools have closed their doors and AC units are being put to the test all throughout the Greater New Bedford area.  Summer brings many favorite pastimes to mind; cookouts, vacations, outdoor concerts, festivals… and of course, the beach.  Living in the …

I had a conversation with Mike Brunetto from the New Bedford instrumental band Maritime Pilot about the band’s recent activities. Eric: Who Is in the band and what do they do? Mike: Michael Brunetto: guitar, Mark Arruda: guitar, Michael Connor: guitar, Nick Vuona: bass, and Henri Chandanais: drums. Eric: How did …