The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of December 7, 2020 – December 11, 2020 and they are as follows: Eversource: Eversource will replace the gas mains and service at the following locations: • Hathaway Rd. from Highland St. to train tracks – (Main Relay) …
Read More »Fall River’s Forever Paws Animal Shelter: “Oskar has gone home!”
“Oskar has gone home! Thank you for sharing him! Thank you to everyone who shared his post! Oskar has gone home! After 18 weeks in the shelter, this handsome, sweet boy has found his forever home. Thank You so much for opening your hearts and home to his very grateful …
Read More »“Complex storm system” to bring snow, rain and messy mix to the South Coast this weekend
The mild weather we’ve been experiencing these past few weeks has lulled many of us into a false sense of confidence. We’ve had days as warm as 70 degrees in spite of having mornings or evenings dipping close to freezing. Mother nature will be sending us a reminder this weekend …
Read More »New Bedford Latin Kings member Raekwan Paris pleads guilty to racketeering charges
A former member of the New Bedford Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation (“Latin Kings”) pleaded guilty today to racketeering charges. Raekwan Paris, a/k/a “King Debo,” 25, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to conduct enterprise affairs through a pattern of racketeering activity, more commonly referred to as …
Read More »The Bar closed by New Bedford Health Department due to repeated COVID-19 violations
The New Bedford Health Department has issued a cease and desist order to The Bar at 266 Dartmouth Street for its third violation of the state’s regulations to protect residents from the spread of COVID-19. The Bar has been fined $2,900 and is ordered closed effective immediately, and may not …
Read More »Massachusetts Representatives fear pandemic being used to delay gun licenses
By Katie Lannan State House News Service A new bill filed by a Webster Republican would create a process for Massachusetts residents to be able to apply for a gun license during the COVID-19 pandemic without first having to get fingerprinted by local police as is normally required. Rep. Joseph …
Read More »Acushnet Fire & EMS Department to spread a little Christmas cheer
It’s time to spread a little Acushnet Christmas cheer, and boy do we need it! On Sunday, December 6th beginning at 1:00 pm, Santa will be the special guest of a motorized “public safety” parade through the streets of Acushnet. Santa’s sleigh (actually a fire truck) will take off from …
Read More »Westport Police Department matches donations made for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October was Breast Cancer Awareness month and the Westport Police Department raised money by selling pink patches. The Westport Police Association voted unanimously to match the donations received and today a donation was made to the BAM Foundation in the amount of $1,040. http://www.bamfoundationinc.org. The BAM Foundation, a 501c3 organization, …
Read More »Holiday recycling rules and tips for New Bedford and Dartmouth residents
FOR THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD: During the holiday season, around 25% more waste is produced than usual. Holiday traditions may create waste, but by reusing and recycling we can reduce that waste. “Residents may have questions about which items can be recycled curbside or at the transfer station as …
Read More »Massachusetts man sentenced in Fentanyl, heroin, crack, and cocaine trafficking conspiracy
A Fitchburg man was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Worcester for his role in a wide-ranging fentanyl, heroin, crack and cocaine trafficking conspiracy. Anthony Baez, 32, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Timothy S. Hillman to 156 months in prison and five years of supervised release. In July …
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