Fairhaven and Dartmouth Police nab two Fairhaven residents for narcotics
John Reynolds (23) and William Roldan (46) both from Fairhaven were arrested on a number of narcotics charges.
Fairhaven and Dartmouth Police Detectives, working with the Bristol County Sheriffs Department South Coast Anti Crime Team, arrested two suspects just after 7:00 Tuesday morning for assorted narcotics offenses. Investigators were in the area at that time, planning to execute a search warrant for the second floor apartment located at 30 Spring Street. While they were preparing to enter the premises, they observed the resident of the apartment complete a hand-to-hand drug transaction inside the house.
Detectives moved in on both suspects, who attempted to flee from the area. Suspects, identified as 23 John Reynolds of 199 Main Street, Fairhaven and 46 year old William Roldan of 30 Spring Street, Fairhaven, were apprehended as they exited the house.
Reynolds was found to be in possession of heroin, which he had just obtained from Roldan. He was charged with possession of a class a controlled substance and conspiracy to violate drug laws. Roldan was charged with numerous offenses including distribution of a class a controlled substance subsequent offense, possession with intent to distribute a class a controlled substance subsequent offense, conspiracy to violate drug laws, possession of a class b controlled substance, three counts of possession of a class e controlled substance, possession of a stun gun and school zone violations. Both suspects were arraigned Tuesday afternoon in Third District Court.
How a forgotten basketball hoop impacted a New Bedford neighborhood
Mahatma Gandhi, the once great leader of India, once said, “Be the change you wish to see in the World.” It’s straight forward advice. In a world of social media activism, there are still amazing citizens that act to make a positive change in their community.
On June 29th, Mike Herren, a former basketball star at Durfee High School and Jarrod Levesque, assembled a basketball hoop on Summer and Durfee streets in the central part of New Bedford. They had noticed a picture that surfaced on Facebook of a milk crate and piece of plywood set up as a hoop. They acted and set up a new hoop for the kids in the area. Jarrod used the hoop that was sitting in his basement for the last 22 years. Mike Herren, Jarrod Levesque and Nick Corriea quickly put up the brand new hoop and the neighborhood kids were ecstatic. Pictures below tell the story …
The neighborhood kids used a milk crate for a hoop.
The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 02 July, 2014
by Michael Silvia
The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.
To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.
We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.
Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of July 2nd, 2014:
1. Accounting/Bookkeeping #4288409
Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks & Excel. Ability to understand General Accounting Principles. At least 2 years’ experience needed.
2. Custom Support Representative #4273619
Motivated to perform repetitive actions with a strong work ethic, follow up and relationship building skills. The Custom Production Associate Perform assignments involving all areas of JA Custom (made-to-measure) production support and provide assistance in the overall success of the company by accomplishing tasks accurately and in a timely manner, as well as abiding by all company policies and regulations.
3. Engineering (Timestudy) Technician $4273618
The Technician performs assignments encompassing all areas of engineering support in a manner which reflects the professionalism of the department and assists in the overall success of the company by maintaining a professional work ethic, accomplishing tasks accurately, and abiding by company policies and regulations.
4. Carpenter #4294297
Looking for an experienced carpenter with transportation to work in the area working on high end restoration projects. No smoking during work hours, drug-free company with a dress code. Due to high end projects, must be neat in appearance, communicate well with customers and have good work ethics. Must have own hand tools.
5. Carpenter’s Helper #4294303
Looking for a carpenter’s helper with transportation to work in the area working on high end restoration projects. No smoking during work hours, drug-free company and dress code required. Due to high end projects, must have a neat appearance, communicate well with customers and have good work ethics. Must have own basic hand tools. Willing to train.
6. Quality Assurance Assistant #4283162
Candidate will work with our engineering teams to create and review incoming raw material requirements for our products. Duties include, incoming material inspection, material testing and data entry. Must have good communication skills, heavy lifting up to (70 lbs. is required). High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
7. Health Manager #4273614
RN with minimum of one (1) year pediatric experience. Community health experience helpful. Good organizational and communication skills required. Driver’s license required. Occasional travel for meetings and conferences. Plan and coordinate health services for comprehensive Head Start Program serving children 3 – 5 years old and their families.
8. Accounts Manager #4273612
Full-time opportunity to work in the finance office of NorthStar Learning Centers, a New Bedford, MA-based nonprofit organization. Ideal candidate must be energetic, creative and have experience in dealing with finance operations. Some coursework in bookkeeping and a minimum of one year of experience with accounts receivables and accounts payables. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
9. Accounts Clerk #4273609
Full-time opportunity to work in the finance office of NorthStar Learning Centers, a New Bedford, MA-based nonprofit organization. Ideal candidate must be energetic, creative and have experience in dealing with finance operations. Some coursework in bookkeeping and a minimum of one year of experience with accounts receivables and accounts payables. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.
10. Certified Nurses Aide#4309145
Will train the right candidate with some background. You must be available to work every other weekend. This is a part-time position.
Spraying for Mosquitoes Scheduled in New Bedford Thursday Morning
The New Bedford Board of Health announced today that the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project will conduct targeted ground spraying early on the morning of Thursday, July 3, 2014 in areas of New Bedford including downtown and the historic district, and the spraying will take place between 2:00 am and sunrise on Thursday morning. Residents in the vicinity of the targeted areas may wish to close their windows on Wednesday night prior to the spraying.
The Bristol County Mosquito Control Project has begun their surveillance efforts this season to track the potential for EEE and WNV carrying mosquitoes. Mosquito traps are in place to collect additional pools of mosquitoes and monitoring of mosquito populations will be on-going to assess the effectiveness of the spraying effort.
Residents may request a ground spray by calling the Bristol County Mosquito Control project at (508) 823-5253, between 8:00am – 2:00pm (June – September), or contacting them by E-mail at RequestBristolMCP@comcast.net.
The following precautions are advised:
Avoid Mosquito Bites
Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours – While mosquitoes are out at all hours of the day, their peak biting times are from dusk to dawn. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning. Otherwise, take extra care to use repellent and protective clothing, especially if you work or spend a lot of time outdoors.
Clothing Can HelpReduce Mosquito Bites. Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
Apply Insect Repellent when you go outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus [p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets and camping gear and should not be applied to skin.
Mosquito-Proof Your Home
Drain Standing Water – Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools, and change water in birdbaths frequently.
Install or Repair Screens – Some mosquitoes like to come indoors. Keep them outside by having tightly-fitting screens on all of your windows and doors.
Help Wanted: Joseph Abboud full-time positions
Joseph Abboud is looking to hire for the following positions:
JA Custom Production Support Representative-Associate
Engineering (Timestudy) Technician
HR Administrator
We offer excellent wages and benefits after 90 days including medical, dental, vision, holiday pay, bereavement pay, vacation pay, life insurance, short term disability and 401K. They are presently have training classes to teach people “How to Sew”. Great way to get experience and potentially a job there!
Please apply at 689 Belleville Avenue, New Bedford, MA. 02745 from 8am to 3pm.
Mayor Mitchell to Speak Out on Federal Fisheries Law
On Tuesday, July 1, 2014 Mayor Jon Mitchell will speak on the topic of fisheries management at special listening session in Gloucester, Massachusetts hosted by Congressman John Tierney and Congressman Peter DeFazio, the Ranking Member on the House Committee on Natural Resources.
The House Committee on Natural Resources has jurisdiction over the Magnuson-Stevens Act, the primary law governing marine fisheries management in federal waters.
At the session, Mayor Mitchell will present the recently released “Groundfish Port Recovery and Revitalization Plan for the Port of New Bedford and Fairhaven,” which includes recommendations for the Northeast’s struggling groundfish fishery.
Among the Plan’s recommendations are; adoption of new camera technology to improve the accuracy of stock surveys; maximizing yield within the constraints set by regulations; setting conservation goals based on the best available scientific information and derived from collaborative research between the government, fishermen, and marine scientists; minimizing bycatch; considering fisheries’ respectively unique distinctions when setting management goals; minimizing costs; and considering efficiency when allocating resources, including non-economic considerations.
The listening session will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 10:30-11:30AM at Gloucester City Hall, 9 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, Massachusetts.
NBHS student starts children’s entertainment business “Princesses of New Bedford”
What goes better with birthday parties than princesses?
Princesses of New Bedford is a small side business run by New Bedford High School student, Kenzi Farland. She is a 15 year old sophomore and member of the New Bedford High School Drama Club who recently starred with the leading role of Belle in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! Kenzi was inspired by the young audience members attending the production and discovered her love for working with children.
After playing the role of a princess and seeing the children’s reactions to her as the character, she had an idea to start her own children’s entertainment business! Kenzi now books private parties where she dresses up as different characters, arranges an organized activity such as face painting or story time, takes pictures with the kids, and performs musical numbers for the kids to sing along and enjoy! She also does charity and public events free of charge!
Like her business’s Facebook page: facebook.com/PrincessesofNewBedford or email for any extra information… princessesofnewbedford@gmail.com!
New Bedford Parks, Recreation & Beaches Contest
New Bedford Parks, Recreation & Beaches is offering Summer Beach Vollyball, Youth United Basketball and Youth Instructional Lacrosse. All activities start 7 July, 2014. Fill out the form below and one winner will win a Summer Package (free entry into all three activities) and two winners will get to pick one FREE package.
Mother charged in New Bedford deceased infant case
The mother of the newborn baby discovered outside a home at 1065 County Street on April 11th was charged today in New Bedford District Court with the obstruction of justice portion of the witness intimidation statute and concealment of the death of a child born out of wedlock.
Tamlyn Gonzalez, 22, of 1065 County Street, was taken into custody this morning by New Bedford Police and will be arraigned on the charges in New Bedford District Court around 2:00 p.m. today.
The investigation into the case was coordinated by Assistant District Attorney Maryclare Flynn, who will also be handling today’s arraignment.
New Bedford Police received a 911 call around 6:30 p.m. on April 11th from a resident who discovered the remains of the deceased infant outside of a three-story home at 1065 County Street. Police and rescue personnel rushed to the scene, and upon discovery of the deceased infant, contacted this office and state police detectives assigned to this office.
No further information regarding the facts of the investigation into this case can be released prior to arraignment. More details will be discussed in open court during today’s court proceedings.
Double stabbing in Fairhaven
UPDATE (4:28pm, 30 June, 2014): The suspect from the Fairhaven stabbing that occurred Monday morning is identified as 27 year old Peter Bergeron. Bergeron was charged with two counts of domestic assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon, two counts of assault with intent to murder and mayhem. He was arraigned at Third District Court and will be held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing.
Fairhaven Police responded to 128 Washington Street just after 9:15am Monday morning after receiving reports that a female party entered that location suffering from apparent stab wounds. When police arrived, they quickly determined the stabbing occurred at a nearby residence.
Police located an adult female inside 128 Washington Street bleeding from a knife wound to her neck. Her husband was located at the next door residence, located at 126 Washington Street also suffering from knife wounds. A 27 year old suspect, believed to be their son, was taken into custody without incident.
Both victims were conscious and alert. After being stabilized by paramedics from the Fairhaven Fire Department, they were transported to St. Luke’s Hospital for medical treatment. The suspect was arrested at the scene and also transported to St. Luke’s Hospital, suffering from minor injuries believed to have been sustained during the assault.
The investigation is currently active and ongoing. The incident is being classified as a domestic violence incident. Criminal charges are imminent and will be determined as the investigation progresses. The names of the involved parties are not being released at this time, because it is unclear if family members have been notified.
