“Just a big thank you post! To say I am over the moon ? would be a huge understatement. It’s a Christmas miracle for this cutie pie. The bike has been returned!! I want to give a HUGE shout out to the Weymouth community. All the messages, texts, donations, offers, …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police seek public’s help in contacting descendants of the first class of State Police Patrolmen
“Attention family and friends of the Massachusetts State Police: In 2021, the Massachusetts State Police will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first training class of the State Police Patrol, which was held September 1, 1921. The State Police Patrol, also known historically as the “Uniformed Branch,” was established 56 …
Read More »New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of December 21, 2020 – December 25, 2020
The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of December 21, 2020 – December 25, 2020 and they are as follows: City Offices will be closed half day on Thursday, December 24th and full day Friday, December 25th. Eversource: Eversource will be working on the gas …
Read More »Owners of Village Pizza of Westport announce retirement
“It is with bittersweet emotions that we announce our retirement. It was not an easy decision, however, we do realize we can not do it forever…Village Pizza has been our home away from home, filled with lots of happy memories that we forever hold dear to our heart. Our children …
Read More »Thanksgiving Traditions and History; Of Settlers, Amerindians and Perspective
Ah, Thanksgiving. The time of year where family and friends re-unite to enjoy each other’s company, reconnect, and enjoy some delicious home-cooking. It also means the outbreak of dry, boring, and bland articles on the history of the holiday. Typically these articles cover the same old ground, try to creatively …
Read More »Massachusetts postal worker arrested in connection with stealing mail
A U.S. Postal employee was arrested today and charged in connection with stealing mail on at least 21 occasions. Angela Gomez, 40, of Lynn, was charged in a criminal complaint with theft of mail by an employee. Gomez made an initial appearance in federal court in Boston this afternoon. According …
Read More »New Bedford roadwork sites for the upcoming week of November 23, 2020 – November 27, 2020
The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of November 23, 2020 – November 27, 2020 and they are as follows: No work Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th. Happy Thanksgiving! Eversource: Eversource will replace the gas mains and service at the following locations: • …
Read More »Six men charged with major interstate gun trafficking including four from New Bedford and Wareham
Defendants Allegedly Transported Guns from Florida and Michigan to Sell in Massachusetts; Investigation also Uncovered Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearms. Six men have been indicted in connection with a major interstate gun trafficking operation after a joint state, federal, and local investigation led by Attorney General Maura Healey’s Office. The …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police remind people to #MoveOver
Police officers have a higher risk of incurring a work-related injury or illness than most other occupations. On average, 115 police and sheriff’s patrol officers suffered fatal work injuries each year from 2003 to 2014. Another 30,990 nonfatal injuries involving days away from work were reported for police and sheriff’s …
Read More »Six New Bedford restaurants fined for violations of COVID-19 orders to protect residents
The New Bedford Health Department has issued fines to six New Bedford-based restaurants and bars for failure to comply with the City’s COVID-19 regulations and protections for residents. Hong Kong Restaurant at 2899 Acushnet Avenue, Mikey B’s Restaurant at 989 Victoria Street, Taqueria La Raza at 1408 Acushnet Avenue, Whiskey …
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