Share economic development ideas with Governor-Elect Patrick’s job’s task force

Please come to a meeting to help Governor-Elect Deval Patrick’s administration set its strategy for business growth and economic development. The Governor-Elect has formed a number of task forces to assist him in developing policy around key issues that impact our state.

This Tuesday, December 5th, the Economic Development transition task force will hold a public meeting... [read more]
 

  National development firms see value and opportunity in the City

High-profile developers eye mill site
Company renovating Fenway among those showing interest
By Jack Spillane, Standard-Times staff writer

NEW BEDFORD — From the company renovating Fenway Park to a major builder redeveloping a Maine zoo, the would-be owners of the former Fairhaven Mills are circling the city's waterfront... [read more]
 

  New antiques and architectural salvage district in city

Antiques present classic 'opportunity' for city
Showrooms to open blocks apart in South End
By Jack Spillane, Standard-Times staff writer

NEW BEDFORD — Two expansive antiques showrooms will soon be located in the South End, marking what some hope will be the emergence of the city as a regional... [read more]


 

  New Bedford’s level of activity justifies hotel

NEW BEDFORD — A professional marketing study has concluded there is a demand for an 80- to 100-bed hotel in downtown New Bedford.

The report, funded by the New Bedford Economic
Development Council, concluded the city's corporations and tourism industry could support an 80-room "boutique" hotel
or a 100-room "franchise-affiliated" hotel. Rooms should be priced in the range of $100 to $110... [read more]