A 23-year-old Fall River man who attempted to rob a convenience store clerk at knife-point 11 months ago, was sentenced Monday to serve three to five years in state prison, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. Nuno Cabral pleaded guilty Monday in Fall River Superior Court to …

An investigation by the New Bedford Police Department narcotics unit into a cocaine distribution service out of 329 North Front St. led to two arrests Tuesday. Maria Ferrer-Pinet, 61, of 329 North Front St. Apt. 1S, was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and conspiracy to violate …

The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center will host Kevin Spencer, an arts advocate and magician with extensive classroom and professional development experience, as an artist-in-residence beginning Monday, February 27. Under the Zeiterion’s ArtsBridge program, Spencer will lead two professional development workshops, a magic camp, workshops in area schools, as well as …

In the early part of the spring semester in 2013, then advisor of the Bristol Community College Portuguese Club and Co-Director of LusoCentro, José Costa, and then President of the Portuguese Club, Brian Martins, discussed the opportunity to help promote the Portuguese culture, heritage, customs, courtesies and traditions through a …

The medical examiner’s office is investigating the death of a 53-year-old New Bedford man Sunday at a residence on Purchase Street. The death is being investigated as a possible overdose. No immediate evidence of drug use was found on the scene. Medics used CPR to attempt to revive the man. …

By Jonathan Comey At the approach of a visitor toward the Huttleston Motel office, Orlando came through the door. The courtyard of the just-closed complex was snow-covered on a cold day, and Orlando crossed his arms over his t-shirt, silver cross necklace dangling beneath. The crossed arms provided warmth against …

The Community Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts, founded in 1995, strives to mobilize philanthropy by matching donors and resources with community needs for the benefit of our region. The Community Foundation serves thousands of people who share a common concern – improving the quality of life in Southeastern Massachusetts. Since its …

Due to the weather conditions, the overflow will be open tonight. Guests can start to arrive at Sister Rose House (71 Division St) at 6:00pm. It is a first come, first serve basis and our capacity is 25 individuals. Guests will be offered a meal, showers and a good night’s …

On Saturday, February 18, the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents its fourth and final music director finalist in concert when Dirk Meyer conducts Strings Attached at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. Meyer is currently Music Director of the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra in Minnesota. The 2012 American Prize Winner in …

Troopers from the State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section (VFAS) in recent months tracked LENNY E. SANTIAGO, 35, to Pennsylvania and ultimately to Puerto Rico. VFAS recently developed information indicating a possible location for SANTIAGO in Puerto Rico. VFAS troopers requested assistance from the United States Marshals Service in Puerto …