Artist Deborah Macy enjoys a good laugh at something David says as he works on his painting. David Danis, who has Down syndrome, attends his weekly art class with local artist Deborah Macy at her studio in New Bedford, MA.
At New Bedford City Hall on October 16, 2026, elevator operator JoAnn Perry waits beneath the light by the entrance to the oldest operating elevator in the United States, ready to take visitors to the historic building’s upper floors. PHOTO PETER PEREIRA
At New Bedford City Hall on October 16, 2026, elevator operator JoAnn Perry waits beneath the light by the entrance to the oldest operating elevator in the United States, ready to take visitors to the historic building’s upper floors. PHOTO PETER PEREIRA