“BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time this year. The presence of EEE was confirmed in mosquito samples collected on June 30 in the town of Carver in Plymouth …

“***SHOOTING SUSPECT TAKEN INTO CUSTODY. FIREARM SEIZED*** NEW BEDFORD – Police have made an arrest in last month’s Brickenwood shooting incident. On June 25th, patrol units responded to a Yale St. residence regarding a male with a gun. Further investigation revealed that a suspect identified as Mr. ALFREDO LOYA, 22, …

“At 12:34pm Wednesday Marine 38 along with New Bedford EMS Medic 7 responded to Cuttyhunk Island for an elderly male who was injured and required medical care. The patient was subsequently transported to St. Luke’s Hospital Emergency Department.”-New Bedford Fire Department. New Bedford Fire Department photo. New Bedford Fire Department …

“*** 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 *** As we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, the New Bedford Police Department (NBPD) would like to extend our warmest wishes for a fun and joyous holiday. Our primary goal is to ensure everyone can enjoy the …

“Reminder everyone: City Hall and City offices are closed on Thursday for the holiday. There is also a one-delay in trash routes that get picked up on Thursdays and Fridays.”-City of New Bedford. City of New Bedford photo.

“The “Filthy Five”: In the first half of 2024, the following owners of residential properties in New Bedford have received the most fines for trash and cleanliness violations: • Ronald Oliveira of Acushnet, who has received 32 violations at 15 different properties under eight different legal entities. • Jeff Sacks …

For weeks the New Bedford Guide inboxes have been getting peppered by people who are excited about the idea of the city having its very own “Ollie’s Bargain Outlet” which describes itself as “America’s largest retailer of closeout merchandise & excess inventory!” For those of us who are a bit …

“STOW — Every year in Massachusetts, illegal fireworks cause fires, explosions, property damage, and serious injuries. As we enter the weeks around July 4th, when more than 60% of these incidents occur, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents and visitors to leave fireworks to the professionals. “Fireworks …

“Mayor Jon Mitchell issued the following statement on the New England Fishery Management Council’s decision to halt work on the Northern Edge: “I am disappointed by the New England Fishery Management Council’s decision last week after scant public notice to reverse itself and halt further discussion of the opening of …

“Mayor Jon Mitchell offered this reflection on the passing of former Bristol County District Attorney Paul Walsh: “I was saddened to learn tonight of the passing of Paul Walsh, the longest serving Bristol County District Attorney. A native of New Bedford and a former basketball star at Holy Family High …