Classic Yacht Cruise to arrive in New Bedford Harbor
Wednesday, August 22

A flotilla of some 25 classic sail and powerboats will parade in company through the New Bedford hurricane barrier between 2 and 4 PM on Wednesday, August 22 and will layover in the harbor. Cruise participants will come ashore to enjoy the city and the many activities organizers have planned.

Mayor Scott W. Lang, the New Bedford Economic Development Council (NBEDC), the Harbor Development Commission, New Bedford Office of Tourism and many local businesses, organizations and individuals have scheduled a full itinerary to warmly welcome the fleet of classic boats and their passengers participating in the Classic Yacht Cruise (CYC) – some launched as early as 1905 and lovingly restored- some right here in our harbor. The 160-foot, three-masted staysail schooner Arabella serves as the mother ship for the cruise... [read more]
 

  Hopes grow for hotel in New Bedford
Natalie Myers
Providence Business News

After nearly 40 years without a hotel downtown or along the nearby waterfront, it looks as though New Bedford might finally get one.

Lafrance Hospitality Co. is in the process of negotiating a purchase and sale agreement for the Finicky Cat Food property at 16 Front St. on the city’s waterfront.

“We haven’t finalized anything at this point,” said Richard Lafrance, CEO of the Westport-based... [read more]

  City economic development leaders pursue employer input

Beginning in September, the Lang Administration and the New Bedford Economic Development Council are embarking on an ambitious series of meetings to share ideas and receive feedback from more than 60 of the city’s employers.

"As Mayor of the City of New Bedford, I have met with dozens of local employers, and would like to continue to dedicate time to interacting with the business community, learning their ideas and setbacks and sharing New Bedford's objectives and plans regarding... [read more]

  NBEDC seeks to broaden its business base

The New Bedford Economic Development Council voted unanimously on August 15 to broaden its base of Council members to “at least 75”; to form working groups in focus areas of the City’s economic development agenda including: Emerging job sectors; Existing and small business development; Sales, Marketing and Communications; Workforce Development; and the Creative Economy; and to hone its governing board from 24 to 9 members. The vote culminates a four-month review... [read more]
 

  Two new staff members join the NBEDC

Executive Director Matthew A. Morrissey announced the addition of two new staff members to the New Bedford Economic Development Council (NBEDC).

Derek Santos has accepted an offer for the position of Director of Planning and Development.  In this new position, Derek will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of a range of economic development initiatives throughout the city.  He will work closely on business development activities with... [read more]