Vineyard Wind is expected to start construction of the nation’s first large-scale offshore wind farm this fall. The $2 billion project has come after a seven year battle between the company, federal regulators, and fishermen who are concerned about the effects of wind farms on their livelihoods. Despite industry efforts to address the economic impact, the maritime industry says its concerns are far from settled.
Nadine Sebai
Reporter Nadine Sebai specializes in labor issues and investigative journalism. In 2023, she and fellow TPR reporter Nina Sparling published "Underage & Unprotected" in partnership with PBS FRONTLINE. This groundbreaking investigative series shed light on the plight of immigrant teenagers working in New Bedford seafood processing facilities, highlighting critical labor issues.
Nadine's voice has been heard on NPR's Morning Edition and All Things Considered, as well as Here & Now, WBUR, WGBH, KQED, KXJZ, BBC World, KPFA, and KALX. Her reporting and commitment to investigative journalism have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Mark of Excellence Award for In-Depth Reporting from the Society of Professional Journalists and a Reva and David Logan Prize for Excellence in Investigative Reporting.
When she's not on the job, you'll often find Nadine petting an animal or watching Lebanese soap operas. Fun fact: Nadine watched the documentary "Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" more than 40 times, a film that sparked her transformation from an accountant to an investigative journalist.
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Federal Scientists Say Offshore Wind Will Impact Critical Ocean Surveys
Federal scientists say they won’t be able to conduct important studies of marine life if offshore wind developments begin popping up in New England waters. They voiced their concerns during a regional meeting on offshore wind on Thursday.
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NOAA Fisheries Says Concerns About Offshore Wind Not Yet Resolved
Federal officials from two different agencies failed to agree on the findings of an environmental impact statement on Vineyard Wind, soon to become the developer of the largest offshore wind farm in the country.
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Massachusetts Approves Country’s Largest Offshore Wind Contract
The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities announced Tuesday that they’ve approved the construction of what will be the largest offshore wind farm in the country.
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‘We’re On A Roll’: New Bedford Mayor Praises City At Annual Address
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell addressed over five-hundred constituents in his State of the City speech on Thursday proclaiming that his city will not fall for the same economic mistakes it made in the past.
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Hundreds Gather For Vigil At Hebrew Cemetery After Nearly 60 Gravestones Defaced
Hundreds of people gathered Tuesday night at the Hebrew Cemetery in Fall River to support the Jewish community after nearly 60 gravestones were knocked over or defaced last week with anti-Semitic slurs.
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‘This Is Not Fall River’: Jewish Community Responds To Hebrew Cemetery Vandalism
The Fall River Police Department continues to investigate nearly 60 gravestones at a Hebrew cemetery defaced with anti-Semitic messages last weekend.
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Fall River Mayor Gives State Of The City Address Amid Ongoing Controversy
Embattled Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia addressed constituents in his State of the City speech on Tuesday amid a federal indictment and, now, a lawsuit.
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Fall River City Council To Consider New Oversight Role
Fall River city council members are introducing a resolution Tuesday that would require council approval for city board appointments. This comes in response to Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia removing two school committee members who opposed him during his re-election.
