The New Bedford Light

New Bedford Light reporters Will Sennott and Colin Hogan discuss the upcoming Blue Harvest bankruptcy auction, which could have major repercussions on the New Bedford fishing fleet.

Education reporter Colin Hogan visited one of New Bedford’s 10 newly expanded public preschools, which are now offering full-day services for the first time. Already the new format has led to a spike in attendance and is offering valuable services, including early interventions for special needs students. Listen to the joy and learning taking place as The Light asks why it took s

A woman in Minnesota lost her $40,000 condo over a $15,000 tax debt. Now, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether the government owes her the surplus. The case could have big implications for New Bedford, where dozens of property owners have lost their houses over tax debts that were just a fraction of the property’s value. The New Bedford Light’s Grace Ferguson listened

A recent New Bedford Light investigation in partnership with ProPublica, revealed how offshore wind regulators are downplaying scientists' concerns about dangers to marine life and the fishing industry. The New Bedford Light’s Grace Ferguson interviews reporters Will Sennott and Anastasia Lennon about their investigative report.

Listen as New Bedford Light reporter Colin Hogan interviews Sara Karp and Jonathan Lan, two of the many students who wrote the legislation that looks to introduce new learning standards. If passed, it would make two subjects – environmental science and civics – cornerstones of what Massachusetts students learn. Sara and Jonathan share insights from their journey, including how