“Yesterday, the State Police-Brookfield Barracks honored Trooper Tamar Bucci, who was killed in the line of duty in March, with a memorial plaque in the barracks. The plaque was made by Sgt. Scott Shea’s father, Michael Shea, with the assistance of Kyle Austin. Trooper Bucci’s family was joined by Colonel …
Read More »Holiday recycling tips for New Bedford residents
“During the holiday season, around 25% more waste is produced than usual. Some holiday traditions create waste, but by reusing, recycling, and choosing experiences over things we can reduce waste. “Residents may have questions about which items can be recycled curbside or at the Recycling Center as well as what …
Read More »New Bedford Fire Department advocating fire safety with daily “12 fire safety tips of Christmas” videos
“You’ve all heard of the “12 Days of Christmas” – New Bedford Fire will begin posting fire safety videos daily titled the “12 Fire Safety Tips of Christmas”. While fire can happen anywhere at any time, it most often strikes when people are distracted by the hustle and bustle of …
Read More »Greater New Bedford fire departments to recieve portion of $5 million in Massachusetts grants
The Baker-Polito Administration announced $5 million in awards to 308 fire departments from the FY23 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program. The program will provide local fire departments with 121 different types of equipment that makes firefighting safer, i.e. ballistic protective clothing, thermal protective clothing, gear washers, dryers, thermal imaging cameras, …
Read More »New Bedford family seeks public’s help locating at-risk man missing since December 3
“I’ve made a police report but I feel like nothing has been done. Today makes 6 days since my cousin Eduardo Morales has been missing. He is mentally depressed and also suicidal. He’s 49-50 years old, born in 1972. He has used drugs and alcohol in the past which led …
Read More »New Bedford’s Mayor Jon Mitchell advocates for opening ‘Northern Edge’ scallop grounds
“In conjunction with a meeting today of the New England Fisheries Management Council in Newport, Rhode Island, Mayor Jon Mitchell advocated for the opening of the so-called ‘North Edge’ scallop grounds to scallop fishermen. In written testimony submitted to the NEFMC, the Mayor cited new research from the Woods Hole …
Read More »New Bedford residents encouraged to support 24th annual Holidays United Toy Drive for Christmas
“Mayor Jon Mitchell encourages residents to participate in the 24th Annual Holidays United Toy Drive ahead of the holidays. In collaboration with the United Way of Greater New Bedford, New Bedford Firefighters’ Union, and New Bedford Libraries, new, unwrapped toys and gift cards are accepted until Wednesday, Dec. 14. Donations …
Read More »New Bedford Police Department celebrates annual “Presents With Police”
“This past Saturday was a great day to be a police officer (even more so than usual ?♀️??♂️?), as we celebrated our annual “Presents With Police”. We were so happy to team up with our partnering agencies and bring some extra Christmas joy to these awesome kids!! A million thanks …
Read More »New Bedford Fire Department partners with American Red Cross to assist with Home Fire campaign
“The New Bedford Fire Department is proud to announce we are partnering with the American Red Cross of Massachusetts to assist them with their Home Fire Campaign. Residents of the City of New Bedford can call 1(800)564-1234 if you don’t have any or an inadequate number of smoke or carbon …
Read More »For 5th year in a row, Massachusetts man donates hand-made toys for “Toys For Tots”
“For the 5th year in a row William Greenwood and his wife Helen have made the drive to GHQ to donate Mr. Greenwood’s hand-made toys. He explained that he normally makes toys for his grandchildren but has come to love crafting wooden toys for the Toys for Tots cause. If …
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