“Engine 3, and Medic 1 responded to an early morning roll over in the area of 229 Sconticut Neck Rd. One person was transported to the hospital and Eversource crews were on scene working to replace the broken telephone pole. Great work group 2!”-Fairhaven Firefighters Association, Local 1555. Fairhaven Firefighters …

“A Massachusetts State Police K9 team and its support element this afternoon located and apprehended a suspect who tried to evade capture after dragging a Trooper on Route 91 north. The Trooper, a male, was attempting to stop the suspect, who was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu sedan, for motor …

“The City’s Emergency Medical Services Department purchased 49 Automated External Defibrillators (AED) for the City Buildings using federal ARPA funds. The Department of Facilities and Fleet Management is working to get them delivered and installed in all of the buildings. AEDs are a portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses the …

“The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of September 25, 2023 – September 29, 2023, and they are as follows: Eversource will be working on gas main relays and services on: • Main relay on Allen St from Byron St to 606 Allen St • …

“A 42-year-old New Bedford Fentanyl trafficker, who at the time of his arrest last December had already not shown up for a similar court case out of Essex County, was sentenced last week in Fall River Superior Court to serve six to eight years in state prison, Bristol County District …

“Last night Chief 1, Engine 1, and Engine 4 responded to Route 195 for a reported car fire. On arrival, crews had heavy fire showing from the engine compartment which had started to spread into the passengers area. Engine 2 also responded but staged on North Street.”-Mattapoisett Fire Rescue. Mattapoisett …

As part of their Right-of-Way education program, Jean Fox Director of Community Engagement at MassDOT is sharing safety reminders on specific topics each month. This week is Rail Safety Week, an opportunity to highlight safety and remember to take it to heart every week. With school back in session, MassDOT …

“A Nigerian man was sentenced yesterday for using various online scams to steal more than $1.3 million from approximately 125 victims. Esogie Osawaru, 30, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Leo T. Sorokin to six months in prison and two years of supervised release. Osawaru was also ordered to …

“A survey of New Bedford Police Union members was conducted on Thursday, September 14, 2023. This climate survey was similar to the June survey, as it is meant to take stock of the opinions of employees regarding their job and work environment. As we have previously mentioned, climate surveys may …

“On September 17, 2023, these two individuals are alledged to have stolen over $1600 worth of fragrances from Ulta Beauty. If you know who they are, we would really appreciate your help in identifying them so that we can have a conversation with them. Please reach out to the Wareham …