New Bedford’s Independence Day fireworks over New Bedford Harbor have been postponed and are now planned for Wednesday, July 5 at 9:00p.m., due to tonight’s forecast of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and fog. The fireworks are made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of Claremont Companies, Lafrance Hospitality, Vineyard Wind, Taunton …
Read More »New Bedford dad seeks help avoiding shelter life for his son with learning challenges
“Hello New Bedford. I was looking for some assistance in locating a 2 bedroom for my son and me. My present apartment is a one-bedroom too small for us, and I recently gained custody of my son. Due to his learning challenges, my son’s education plan will be preserved if …
Read More »New Bedford man arrested after allegedly breaking into Dartmouth’s Aaron Pools and Spas
“On Monday, July 3, 2023 at approximately 8:00 a.m., Dartmouth Police responded to Aaron Pools and Spas to gather information associated with a past larceny. Upon meeting with the business owner, it was learned that during the early morning hours on Sunday, July 2, 2023, an unknown male had scaled …
Read More »OPINION: “Justice delayed in the Trump trail, may be justice served”
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 »Massachusetts 7-year old child dies in UTV crash in Vermont, several injured
“On 7/1/2023, at approximately 7 p.m., members of Vermont State Police Westminster Barracks responded to a report of an ATV crash with injury on Betterly Road and Lost Mile Road in Newfane, Windham County in Vermont. Investigation revealed that Matthew Conlon, 40, of Pepperell, Massachusetts, was operating a John Deere …
Read More »93-year old Massachusetts man on tricycle struck and killed by car being driven by juvenile
“Chief Eric Shears reports that the Merrimac Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Saturday evening. Shortly after 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, Merrimac Police received a report of a pedestrian on a tricycle that was struck near his residence on Bartlett Street. The 93-year-old victim …
Read More »New Bedford Firefighters battle dryer fire at Delken Laundromat
“Shortly after 2:00pm Sunday afternoon, New Bedford Fire Department Communications received an automatic fire alarm activation and 911 calls reporting a dryer fire at Delken Laundry located at 1331 Cove Road. First arriving crews located a commercial dryer on fire which had extended to the roof. The laundromat is located …
Read More »UPDATE: At least one dead after drive-by shooting on Tallman Street in New Bedford
LAST UPDATE AT 12:50pm MONDAY. At approximately 12:11am on Monday morning the New Bedford Police received multiple reports of ‘shots fired’ on Tallman Street. Upon arrival to the corner of Tallman Street and Belleville Avenue adjacent from Riverside Park first responders came upon a white Acura sedan in the road …
Read More »Mattapoiset, Marion, New Bedford First Responders dispatched to boat fire with occupants
“On Saturday Mattapoisett Fire Rescue Marine 1 was dispatched to Aucoot Cove for a reported boat fire. The occupants of the boat were able to safely escape but the boat is a total loss. Marine 1 assisted with fire suppression on scene. Also on scene was the Mattapoisett Harbormaster, Marion …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police, K-9 ‘Sig’ assist in pursuit of New York thieves across three states
“State Police-Shelburne Falls Barracks issued a BOLO (Be On the LookOut) alert a gray Chevrolet Malibu with New York plates occupied by three males who had robbed a Home Depot of a large amount of items and were reported to be in possession of firearms. Police in New Hampshire and …
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