NEW BEDFORD, MA. For the second consecutive year a Global Learning Charter Public School (GLCPS) student has been invited to attend the prestigious four weeks National History Academy Summer Program in Virginia. Sophomore Emma Kochanek was awarded a full scholarship and accepted into the program following a competitive selection process. …
Read More »ICE Boston Arrests Illegal Alien With 15 Arraignments Including R*pe Of Child, Kidnapping, Lewd Conduct
The following is a statement from ICE Boston. “ICE Boston arrested Andy Garcia, a criminal illegal alien from Brazil. Garcia’s criminal history includes charges for enticing a child under 16, kidnapping, rape of a child, assault to rape, and lewd and lascivious conduct. Garcia has 15 adult arraignments since entering …
Read More »New Bedford Woman Attacked, Stabbed in Stomach
New Bedford police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Friday morning, April 17, 2026, in which a woman sustained a stab wound to the abdomen. The victim was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital, where she is listed in stable condition. A male suspect is currently being questioned by authorities as …
Read More »Massachusetts Woman Pleads Guilty to Sex Trafficking Children, One Adult; Using Beatings, Starvation
The following is a statement from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.“The leader of a Massachusetts sex trafficking ring pleaded guilty to her role in sex trafficking two kids and one adult following an investigation by ICE. . Christy Parker, a U.S. citizen also known as Lula, used physical beatings, threats, …
Read More »Four Indicted in Boston for Major Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy
BOSTON – Four individuals have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston in connection with a conspiracy to distribute multiple kilograms of fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine. The following defendants have been indicted with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances: Alexander Pineda Nunez, 32, residing in Methuen, Mass.; Angel Luis …
Read More »New Bedford Secures Docking Deal with American Cruise Lines for 2026 Season
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – The City and New Bedford Port Authority have reached an agreement with American Cruise Lines that allows its cruise ships to utilize Pier 3 this summer as its docking facility for the upcoming summer season of 2026.In October 2025, MassDevelopment announced that State Pier would be …
Read More »New Bedford Approves $2.2 Million in Community Preservation Grants for Housing, Parks, Historic Sites
New Bedford officials have unanimously approved more than $2.2 million in Community Preservation Act (CPA) grants to advance affordable housing development, upgrade public recreational spaces, and safeguard the city’s historic and cultural landmarks. The funding package, totaling $2,227,341, supports 20 distinct community projects and is expected to receive final council …
Read More »New Bedford Pedestrian Suffers Minor Injuries After Being Struck by Vehicle
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — A pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries Tuesday morning after being hit by a car while crossing Logan Street near Purchase Street in New Bedford. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. when the pedestrian was in the crosswalk, according to police. The …
Read More »Swansea Police Seize Five Guns During Search Tied to Reported Handgun at Elementary School
SWANSEA — The Swansea Police Department is investigating a report that a second-grade student may have brought a handgun to Mark G. Hoyle Elementary School on a previous school day and showed it to at least two other students. Police first became aware of the report Monday night and immediately …
Read More »Massachusetts Sen. Markey Calls for Trump’s Removal Over Iran “Civilization Will Die” Threat
The following is a statement from Sen. Markey’s Office. Boston (April 7, 2026) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement calling for the Congress to remove President Donald Trump from office after threatening “a whole civilization will die” if Iran and the United States do not reach …
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