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Happy weekend, New Bedford!
In today’s happening-today edition: Home prices jump, someone googled you, and a half marathon + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
Today’s sponsor (Money.com) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
Housing market trends revealed: In January, Bristol County’s median single-family home price rose to $510,000, up 6.7% from a year ago, while sales fell 7.2% to 193 across the county that includes New Bedford — read the full story.
Connecting people with local landscapes: Middleboro High School science teacher Alan Harris has aided Marion’s Sippican Lands Trust for over 30 years, championing invasive removal, biodiversity, and outdoor learning through walks and community stewardship days — explore his stewardship approach.
Investing in walkable communities: MassDOT has awarded $6.6 million to 15 communities for Complete Streets projects, with Fairhaven and Westport set to upgrade Bridge Street and Sanford Road with new sidewalks, crosswalks, and safety improvements — see where upgrades are planned.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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🚗 Are you quietly overpaying for car insurance?
Together with our sponsor Money.com
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I learned that the hard way. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, I saw the charges come in every month and never thought twice about them. Turns out I was paying well above the national average ($175/mo) for a single car… for years.
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🫶 We got your back
Quick hit of joy: On your next downtown wander, Love by Cey Adams splashes color into the day, giant letters with a simple message for everyone. It’s snap-worthy, sure, but the real gift is the bright reminder that lingers as you move through the rest of your errands.
Cozy yarn fix nearby: WIP pile feeling judgy? Knotty Knit stocks natural-fiber skeins, smart tools, and kits, plus classes that spark new stitches. In Padanaram, there’s yarn that fits your plan, helping you finally match that project you swear you’ll finish this week.
Fresh pours downtown: House-brewed lagers and ales at Moby Dick Brewing Co.are an easy midweek win. Grab a flight, pair it with something from the kitchen, then exhale. Friendly crowd, easygoing buzz, and the waterfront is close enough to make you quietly pleased with your life choices.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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🤝 New Bedford SEPAC Resource Fair @ Keith Middle School | Saturday (3/7) at 8:30 AM – New Bedford’s SEPAC Resource Fair is taking over Keith Middle School, gathering real help for parents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to be useful. Chat up Gnome Surf, Special Olympics, NBPS teams, and more, then leave with next steps, not brochure guilt.
🎨 PAWS: Pairing Art With Science @ Buttonwood Park Zoo | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Got a soft spot for critters and a drawer of art supplies? This monthly, hands-on session pairs animal science with making real keepers, from painting and sketching to clay, all inspired by the resident wildlife. Wholesome, low-pressure, and oddly therapeutic, with souvenirs you actually want.
🎨 “Cabin Fever” Art Show and Maker’s Market @ Whaler Inn & Suites | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Got cabin fever? Hit a free, one-day art show and makers market at the Whaler Inn in New Bedford, with 35-plus makers slinging horror, goth, fantasy, and other beautifully macabre work. Meet local creators, score one-of-a-kind oddities, then reward yourself with the on-site bar, obviously.
🎳 Strikes for Hope – 2026 @ Wonder Bowl | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 AM – Whether you still have your league ball or just aim for bumpers, this bowling benefit supports My Brother’s Keeper. $100 per lane gets you two hours, pizza, shoes, a t-shirt, and prizes. Use promo code Facebook10 to save ten bucks.
💐 Craft Your Spring Bouquet @ These Two Crafty Chicks | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – If you love fresh blooms but hate watching them flop by Friday, come craft a spring bouquet with Jessie that never wilts. You make the flowers, you take home a special vase, and your coffee table gets instant bragging rights, minus the pollen.
👩 HERstory Portraits @ The Kilburn Mill | Sunday (3/8) at 10:30 AM – Celebrate International Women’s Day with empowering portraits in a floral and tulle setup, thrifted looks, and Sam’s Sanctuary. Safe, affirming for all women, and anyone who connects. Includes 20-minute session, 10-15 edited images, and finally a photo you like; spots are limited, book it: https://mercadossnapshots.pixieset.com/booking/herstory-portraits
🚢 Courage, Perseverance, and Trust: The Manjiro Story @ New Bedford Ballet Community Theater | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – NBB Community Theatre time-travels to 1841 as New Bedford Youth Ballet tells Manjiro’s tale, our Fairhaven to Tosashimizu connection, with taiko thundering, and narration you can actually follow. No passport, just tickets, and maybe a tissue. All ages, proudly hometown.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 New Bedford report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 47°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 11%
A chance of drizzle and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a high near 47. South wind 2 to 14 mph. Later: Patchy fog before midnight, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between midnight and 3am, then a chance of rain and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a low around 41. Southwest wind 13 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Tomorrow – High: 52°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 36%
A chance of rain and patchy fog before 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 52. Southwest wind 9 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
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