Portuguese artist Bordalo II to create rooster sculpture from recycled trash in New Bedford

NEW BEDFORD — World-renowned for his unique animal creations made with discarded materials, which convey powerful environmental messages, Portuguese street artist Bordalo II is working on a sculpture called “Plastic Rooster” to be installed in the heart of downtown New Bedford.

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NB Creative dispensed more than $500,000 to 82 grantees this season

On February 12 at the City Library, across the hall from the City’s vaunted art collection, NB Creative dispensed more than $500,000 to 82 grantees. Tony Sapienza, President of the New Bedford Economic Development Council, calls it “a transformative moment that will resonate for years to come.” It was a moment made possible by the Arts & Culture Plan produced by Mayor Mitchell in 2018.

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