“Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today filed over a dozen amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including language that would prohibit the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the U.S. military’s nuclear launch decisions, advance the cause of nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation, and save billions in federal dollars …
Read More »UPDATE: Own a slice of New Bedford history: beloved Shawmut Diner hits the auction block
The Shawmut diner was purchased yesterday at auction which started at $10. The beloved, iconic diner was sold to the online user, “Norwich387” for $20,200. Original article: “You can buy an iconic piece of New Bedford history for as little as $10. The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office and the state …
Read More »Massachusetts Plans More “Welcome Centers” for Migrants, Homeless Families
Alison Kuznitz State House News Service More centers that are designed to provide resources to a mounting influx of migrants and people experiencing homelessness will soon launch in Massachusetts as officials grapple with steadily rising demand, a Healey spokesperson pledged Thursday. But for weeks, officials have refrained from disclosing where …
Read More »City of New Bedford enforcement actions against rooming houses getting results
“In the wake of a fatal March 2023 rooming house fire on Acushnet Avenue, Mayor Jon Mitchell directed the New Bedford Fire Department to launch an aggressive enforcement program to bring the City’s remaining 19 un-sprinklered rooming house operators into compliance with a state law mandating the use of sprinkler …
Read More »OPINION: “Many valid reasons that Sheriff Heroux canceled autism, anti-bullying programs!”
The following is an opinion sent to New Bedford Guide. It does not reflect the opinion of New Bedford Guide, nor is it an OP-ED. In fairness and objectivity, we share opinions from our readers whether we agree or disagree with their opinion. Do you have a counter opinion to …
Read More »Mattapoisett Fire Department respond to driver that travels 75 feet into woods on 195W
“Last night at approximately 9 PM, Chief 1, Engine 1, and Rescue 1 responded to a single car motor vehicle crash on 195 west. After the vehicle exited the roadway, it traveled approximately 75 more feet into the woods, colliding with numerous trees. The operator of the vehicle was able …
Read More »Massachusetts police charge man living in Planet Fitness parking lot with stabbing
“A Massachusetts State Trooper assigned to the State Police-Leominster Barracks this morning located, stopped, and arrested the suspect in today’s stabbing at the Planet Fitness in Gardner. At approximately 10:36 AM MSP Troop C issued a BOLO directing personnel to be on the lookout for a silver Honda Civic with …
Read More »Massachusetts police seek info in fatal hit & run accident that claims life of 59-year old on Rt.6
“On Monday evening at 9:41 pm, July 10, 2023, the Wellfleet Police Department was called to the scene of a possible hit and run accident involving a male who was lying unresponsive on Route 6. with visible severe head injuries. Immediate lifesaving measures were administered by officers of the Wellfleet …
Read More »Bristol County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new director of inmate services, Jodi Hockert-Lotz
“The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office has a familiar face in place as the new director overseeing all aspects of inmate reentry, rehabilitation, and well-being. Jodi Hockert-Lotz, who has nine years of corrections experience at the BCSO and most recently eight years of experience at the Mass. Department of Correction, was …
Read More »City of New Bedford and Police Union reach contract agreement, body-worn cameras, salaries
“After months of negotiation, the City and the New Bedford Police Union have entered a new collective bargaining agreement, which will increase police wages and benefits to address the Police Department’s staffing shortages. The agreement also paves the way for the use of body-worn cameras by all officers. The agreement …
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