Dozens of volunteers from businesses and organizations across SouthCoast will gather in one place for one day this October, helping the region’s homeless residents connect with a better future. New Bedford Connect, set for Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the downtown YMCA, will bring together dentists, …
Read More »Zumba Fundraiser for New Bedford High School Cheerleaders, October 27
My name is Amber Paturzo. I am the New Bedford High School Cheerleading Coach this year. The team and I are hosting a Zumba Fundraiser at Keepin’ It Movin’ Fitness, 79 Brook Street in New Bedford on October 27th at 10:00am.
Read More »Mattapoisett family raises more than $250,000 to support and expand healthcare services for children
George and Jill Fearons and their family are proud to announce that they have raised more than $250,000 in 2018 that will directly benefit pediatric services offered at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, and its partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital. More than 525 guests helped to raise in excess …
Read More »October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month; Proclamation, Tree Lighting, and Candlelight Vigils planned
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is an opportunity for all of us to join the conversation and show that we care about victims of domestic violence. We are the voice for the domestic violence homicide victims who can no longer speak for themselves, and our voices can break …
Read More »Captain Jack Peterson Dog Park’s Community Open House w/ Local Celebrity Dunk Tank, Sept. 22
Anyone interested in becoming a member can try out the park before they purchase a member ship and a FOB. Visitors will be asked to sign a waiver of liability, show proof of current vaccinations, proof their dog has been spayed or neutered. No retractable leashes are allowed. Registration will …
Read More »New Bedford Restaurants, Food for Tots raise $7,000 for SouthCoast Health pediatrics
August’s Food for Tots event raised more than $7,000 for pediatric services at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford. The event, which was held Thursday, August 16, in New Bedford, was the fifth in a series of Food for Tots fundraisers created to benefit Southcoast Health’s pediatric services, which are …
Read More »New Bedford “Team Up to Clean Up” final cleanup of the season and volunteer appreciation event, Sept. 15
Join us for our final cleanup of the season. Cleaning up litter from our communities and neighborhoods may seem like small actions but it’s what bonds us to want a better world for the next generation, for our planet and for ourselves. Come alone, bring some friends, or meet up …
Read More »“Food for Tots” in New Bedford set for August 16
Moby Dick Brewing Co., Rose Alley Ale House, Greasy Luck Brew Pub, Top Shelf Bar & Grill, Endzone Sport Pub and Antonio’s Restaurant will be the featured restaurants in New Bedford for this month’s “Food for Tots” event on Thursday, August 16. “Food for Tots” was created to benefit pediatric …
Read More »Freetown police officers issuing ice cream citations to kids for good behavior
The members of the Freetown Police Association (FPA) are issuing “citations” to youth in the Town of Freetown as part of a community relations campaign. This campaign began on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 and will conclude on Labor Day. When members of the FPA are on patrol and observe good …
Read More »New Bedford “National Night Out” to honor Sgts. Sean Gannon, Michael Chesna; guest speaker Yarmouth chief
The community is invited to join with public safety representatives to celebrate National Night Out Against Crime from 4:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7 at Riverside Park, Belleville Avenue and Deane Street. This year’s event, sponsored by Neighborhoods United, will be celebrated in memory of two brave officers who gave their …
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