Featuring an interview from Katherine Tejeda, 23-year-old Honduras native and New Bedford local. Written and interviewed by Gavin Parent, 23-year-old teacher and writer from Acushnet, MA. Sixth birthdays are supposed to be stress-free. Piñatas, decorations, childhood friends, cake, and presents flood traditional homes during a celebration of six healthy and …
Read More »Bristol County D.A. Thomas Quinn announces that he will run for re-election
“I am announcing my candidacy for a third term as Bristol County District Attorney. In January 2015, I was appointed District Attorney by both Governors Patrick and Baker. I have since been elected twice by the citizens of Bristol County. I became District Attorney because of the support of the …
Read More »New Bedford Police make arrest after “shots fired” call in South End
New Bedford police detectives have seized a firearm and made an arrest after a quick response to shots fired in the south end. (You can read earlier article and watch video here. On February 17, detectives assigned to the “Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau” were concentrating their efforts in the south-end …
Read More »New Bedford Police traffic stop leads to two arrests, multiple charges including narcotics distribution
“Ofc. Jonathan Miranda stopped the defendant’s vehicle in the area of Sawyer St./Acushnet Ave. for defective equipment. The defendant was arrested for operating under a suspended license. While being placed under arrest, he was found to be in possession of Xanax tablets, oxycodone tablets, and a small amount of Fentanyl. …
Read More »OPINION: Dartmouth immigrant rejects “woke interpretation” by elitists when it comes to Dartmouth Indians logo
The following is a letter to the editor that may or may not reflect or position. To be fair and objective we share the opinions of residents of the greater New Bedford area whether we agree or disagree with their opinion. If you have a story, opinion, or talent you …
Read More »Nigerian national living in Massachusetts pleads guilty to role in online romance scams
A Nigerian national residing in Dorchester pleaded guilty today in federal court in Boston to his role in online romance scams targeting individuals in the United States. Mike Oziegbe Amiegbe, 42, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit mail fraud. U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani scheduled sentencing …
Read More »Massachusetts man indicted for obstructing investigation into fires at Jewish-Affiliated Institutions
An indictment was unsealed charging a Massachusetts man for allegedly obstructing an investigation into fires set at Jewish-affiliated institutions in Arlington, Needham and Chelsea, Mass. in May 2019. Alexander Giannakakis, 35, formerly of Quincy, Mass., was arrested by Swedish authorities in a Stockholm suburb, at the request of the United …
Read More »New Bedford roadwork sites for the upcoming week of February 21, 2022 – February 25, 2022
The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of February 21, 2022 – February 25, 2022, and they are as follows: No construction work and City offices closed Monday, February 21st for President’s Day. Eversource will be working on the gas main relays and services at: …
Read More »Massachusetts Police Department announces passing of narcotics detection K9, “Scout”
“K9 Scout, a Chocolate Lab Mix was a single purpose narcotics detection canine assigned and handled by K9 Officer Ken Murphy since 2016. Scout passed on Valentine’s Day. Obtained by the Weymouth Police Department through a shelter rescue program that ships dogs to other areas of the US for potential …
Read More »Massachusetts bill that would grant undocumented immigrants driver’s licenses nears approval
Massachusetts lawmakers appear ready to pass a bill that is twenty years in the making. The bill would lift restrictions barring undocumented immigrants from getting their driver’s licenses. Of course, this would hinge upon their being a Massachusetts resident, that they can provide valid proof of identity, and pass the …
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