“On Thursday the Massachusetts State Police Marine Unit transported a large volume of personal protective equipment to Martha’s Vineyard for distribution among first responders and public safety personnel across the island. Troopers from the Marine Unit picked up the equipment from the state stockpile and trucked it to the New …
Read More »New Bedford Symphony Orchestra offers FREE live-streams for those stuck at home
Live Stream Lineup: • April 17, 7pm: Violin Duos from The Shire • April 25, 7pm: Works for Solo Viola • April 26, 4pm: Spirit through Isolation: violin, cello & piano • May 1, 7pm: The Lightness of Spring: violin, viola & cello • May 8, 7pm: When Oboe Met …
Read More »New Bedford Fire Department conducting decontamination operation as strategy to stem the spread of COVID-19
“Early this morning members of the New Bedford Fire Department who are hazardous materials technicians conducted a decontamination operation with the goal of disinfecting every City-owned vehicle. They will repeat the exercises tomorrow morning as well. The process is completed in about 15 minutes for each vehicle and is just …
Read More »New Bedford roadwork sites for the upcoming week of April 20, 2020 –April 24, 2020
The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of April 20, 2020 –April 24, 2020 and they are as follows: Eversource: Eversource will replace the gas mains at the following locations: • Hathaway Rd. from Valley View Dr. to Rockdale Ave. • South Front St. from …
Read More »New Bedford resident fined after stranger leaves garbage in front of her business
“I received a ticket for my business this morning apparently some a*&hole dumped this in front of my business after we closed. We found a ticket stuck to our door saying we have to pay a fine! I will fight this and go to the news with this! We have …
Read More »First Responders crisscross Boston in parade to show support and gratitude to nurses and doctors
“In a tribute designed to honor those lost during the Marathon Bombings on April 15, 2013, first responders from all over the city made their way to Boston Police Headquarters to participate in a parade designed to salute those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. At about 7:00pm, …
Read More »New Bedford’s “No Problemo” re-opens with limited hours
During the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve all had to make changes to our lives and in many cases that means not being able to enjoy our favorite eateries. On March 22, No Problemo decided it was in their best interest to close their doors: “Ok y’all I’m calling it….. In a …
Read More »Boston Police Department mourns passing of active duty Officer Jose V. Fontanez due to complications from COVID-19
“It is with deep regret that the Boston Police Department announces the passing of active duty Boston Police Officer Jose V. Fontanez due to complications from COVID-19. Officer Fontanez was a 29-year veteran of the BPD who was assigned to District E-13 (Jamaica Plain). Officer Fontanez received numerous commendations for …
Read More »Cape Wildlife Center has to perform operation on juvenile Fox entangled in plastic 6 pack holder
“Save a critter, clean up your litter! This juvenile Red Fox was admitted today after a homeowner found it in distress and having trouble moving. Our team quickly noticed it’s front two legs had been entangled in a plastic 6 pack holder. The resulting lacerations were so severe that we …
Read More »New Bedford and Dartmouth Tire Drop-off Days Canceled; Tire Recycling Options
There will not be any Tire Drop-off days this year. The May and October 2020 Tire Drop-off Days that were scheduled have been canceled. What are the options for recycling tires? If you have your tires changed, pay the fee to have the old tires recycled. If you already have …
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