“SkillsUSA was chosen to support Wreaths Across America’s participating location in Bourne, Massachusetts as part of the national organization’s Group Sponsorship Program. This is the fourth year that Greater New Bedford students will participate in the national program whose mission is to Remember the Fallen, Honor those who served, and …
Read More »Real estate investment trust that owns the Dartmouth Mall files for banruptcy
The Dartmouth Mall has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection announced the real estate investment trust that owns the popular shopping destination on Sunday. The decision supported by its first and second lien holders was made as a way to restructure debt and enact a plan to reorganize its total …
Read More »New Bedford High School seniors pictured receiving early college acceptances
“The week before the holiday break is bringing tidings of great joy to New Bedford High School seniors awaiting notifications of acceptance from the colleges and universities of their choice, which they had applied for early in the school year. Last Thursday evening the first of these seniors received positive …
Read More »Small Christmas miracle takes place in New Bedford as stolen bicycle is returned to 9-year old boy
On the morning of December 10th, an upset mom messaged us to report that her 9-year old son’s most treasured possession was stolen from their home. “STOLEN BIKE: “Someone stole my son’s bike he got for Christmas last year. It’s a black Tony Hawk bike with tan wheels however the …
Read More »Massachusetts Dept. of Transportation awards $372 million to replace Cape Cod Canal bridges
“Washington (December 15, 2023) – Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Congressman Bill Keating (MA-09) announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and Army Corps a $372 million grant to start replacing the Cape Cod Canal Bridges under its …
Read More »Theater Opens in Downtown New Bedford
The story of an 11-year-long effort to transform a crumbling, historic church into a modern performing arts venue began, literally, on a dark and stormy night. It was April 2012, and heavy wind was blanketing Downtown New Bedford. Debris from the deteriorating steeple atop the historic First Baptist Church crashed …
Read More »Family seeks public’s help locating 19-year old New Bedford girl missing for two months
“19-year-old Lanajah Rivera of New Bedford is a black Hispanic female that has been missing for for approximately 2 months with no leads or information. If seen or located contact proper authorities as she has been entered into the missing person’s database nationwide. You can call the New Bedford Police …
Read More »UMass Dartmouth Police collect bins of toys to ensure no New Bedford child goes without on Christmas
“We are excited to announce that we collected 5 full bins of toys to donate to local charities through the Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Massachusetts. Our staff worked hard putting together this event to bring holiday cheer to those in our surrounding communities. Thank you to all who helped …
Read More »New Bedford Christmas Tree disposal and holiday recycling tips
“During the holiday season, around 25% more waste is produced than usual. Some holiday traditions create waste, but by reusing, recycling, and choosing experiences over things we can reduce waste. “Residents may have questions about which items can be recycled curbside or at the Recycling Center as well as what …
Read More »Dominican woman living in Massachusetts sentenced for Fentanyl trafficking for Mexican Sinaloa Cartel
“BOSTON – A Dominican woman has been sentenced for possessing seven kilograms of fentanyl as well as one kilogram of fentanyl and fentanyl analogue intended for distribution. Ana Checo, 42, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani on Dec. 7, 2023 to 135 months in prison and five …
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