New Bedford Police Department seeks public’s help with elderly women outreach program

“***VISITING ELDERLY WOMEN***

The New Bedford police department’s outreach program continues as we seek to check on elderly women living alone in our community.

If you know of an elderly woman who may be living in seclusion and might benefit from a visit from our officers, please contact us. We address issues they might have, check on their locks and alarms, and just provide an overall sense of security that they might be lacking.

It’s a great program but we need your referrals to help make it work!” -New Bedford Police Department.

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New Bedford Fire Department receives new fire and emergency apparatus

“Here are photos of the new Squad 1 from Bulldog Fire & Emergency Apparatus in Westport, MA.

This unit will be equipped to respond to hazardous materials and technical rescue calls for service. The majority of the New Bedford Fire Department’s search and rescue equipment is carried and operated by the three ladder companies.

This unit is also equipped with a thermal imaging camera, an Industrial Scientific MX6 multi-gas meter, ph paper and test strips, and non-sparking (intrinsically safe) tools for operating in potentially hazardous atmospheres. Other hazardous materials mitigation equipment include:

• Lithium ion battery overpack kits
• Liquid chemical containment pools
• Dahlgren Decon universal chemical/biological decontamination solution and kits
• Class D fire extinguishers

Squad 1 is also equipped with specialized cutting equipment for industrial accidents. This includes an oxyacetylene torches and an Arcair Exothermic Torch. Also carried is thermal paste which is applied between the trapped victim and area where cutting would take place.

The truck is also equipped with a quiet running 3000w, 30amp Honda inverter generator. The generator is mounted and can run while remaining on the roll out shelf. A 10,000 lb. winch is also included and can be deployed from three sides of the vehicle.

Additional technical rescue equipment will be added in the near future.” -New Bedford Fire Department.

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Deadlines for New Bedford’s Ward 3 Preliminary Special Election approaching

“Register to Vote by Friday, January 13; Request Mail-In Ballots by January 17.

The Board of Election Commissioners advises the public that the deadlines to register to vote or request a mail-in/absentee ballot for Ward 3 Councilor Preliminary Election are quickly approaching.

The deadline to register is this Friday, January 13th, at 5:00 p.m. in the Election Office located in City Hall at 133 William Street, Room 114. Office hours that day are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Voters from Ward 3 must be registered by that day to be eligible to vote in the Preliminary Election scheduled for January 24th.

The deadline to request a Mail-In/Absentee ballot is January 17th at 5:00 p.m. Applications can be located on the City of New Bedford Elections Commission Homepage here or requested by emailing elections@newbedford-ma.gov.

Voters will be able to vote Absentee at the Elections Office when ballots are available. Further announcements will be made regarding the availability of ballots for voting at the Elections Office. Absentee voting hours will also be held on Saturday, January 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

The Ward 3 Special Election is scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, 2023.

In the Preliminary Special Election, New Bedford Ward 3 voters will be casting their votes for Councilor for the remainder of Councilor Hugh Dunn’s term.” City of New Bedford.

Lifestream Inc. Awards $2000 Scholarship to Fairhaven Graduate

Kylie Ellis of Achusnet, Massachusetts, was selected as the 2022 recipient of the $2,000 Sandra M. Cabral Nursing Scholarship.

A graduate of Fairhaven High School, Ms. Ellis is currently studying nursing at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. For the past five years, she has held various positions at YMCA Southcoast, most currently as a Unit Leader working with children, including those with physical and developmental disabilities.
“Among all our applicants, Kylie stood out for her commitment to working with children and her academic record,” said LifeStream President/CEO Bonnie Mello. “We are so pleased to assist Kylie in her journey to become a nurse and congratulate her on her accomplishments.”

The scholarship, established in 2000, honors the noteworthy contributions to the field of nursing made by former LifeStream employee Sandra M. Cabral, who was a registered nurse and nursing coordinator. Eligible applicants must be pursuing a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse degree at an accredited facility and be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to assisting people with disabilities in community-based settings currently or upon graduation.

Congratulations, Kylie!

Learn more about Lifestream by visiting their website: https://www.lifestreaminc.com/

Community, multiple Massachusetts agencies working tirelessly to find Cohasset’s Ana Walshe

“Over the past two days, dozens of our members have led the search for 39-year-old Ana Walshe of Cohasset.

Massachusetts State Police Troopers from numerous sections including members of SERT, K-9, Dive Team, Air Wing, and others responded and conducted an extensive ground search which was finally halted last night. From here our dedicated members of the Norfolk County SPDU as well as Cohasset Police will continue their work in the investigation into the woman’s disappearance.

From everyone at the association, we would like to extend our thanks to the numerous citizens who came out with refreshments and support of our members as well as the Boston Sparks Association.

Additionally, we would like to thank Cohasset Pizza House, and the local Dunkin Donuts both of which helped keep our members fed as they battled brutal weather and difficult terrain.” -State Police Association of Massachusetts.

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Flags at New Bedford City Hall to be lowered to honor Air Force Staff Sgt. John Santos

“This week we lowered the flags at City Hall to honor Air Force Staff Sgt. John Santos, a veteran and New Bedford native who passed away unexpectedly this week at the age of 25.

He was an outstanding young man in every respect, who had fully committed himself to the service of others.

I hope and pray that those who loved him may be comforted by their pride in his many accomplishments and the example he set.” -Jon Mitchell.

John Santos was one of three law enforcement officers from South Shore, Massachusetts communities to pass away suddenly.

Details of Air Force Staff Sgt. John Santos’ obituary can be seen here.

UPDATE: Massachusetts State Police K9 “Barry” reunited with partner, home resting

Last week. we shared the story that K-9 ‘Barry” had been hospitalized because of an illness that required him to have surgery where infected tissue in his lungs had to be removed and this required completely opening up his chest by the veterinarian.

State Police K-9 handler and member Trooper Nick D’Angelo issued an update saying that after the lengthy surgery and close call with an illness MSP K-9 ‘Barry’ had begun to recover.

Well, a second update has shown that K-9 ‘Barry” has recovered well enough that he has been reunited with his partner Trooper Nick D’Angelo and is now home resting!

Although he still has a long road ahead of him for recovery the veterinary staff are confident that he will make a full comeback and even potentially return to patrol work in the near future!

State Police Association of Massachusetts photo.

Mirasol’s Cafe inches closer to opening third location in Fairhaven

Last June we shared with you the story that the popular Mirasol’s Cafe would be opening a third location in Fairhaven.

It hasn’t been a full year since the coffee shop opened their second location at the Wharfinger Building at 52 Fisherman’s Wharf located on Pier 3, downtown New Bedford.

The New Bedford location utilizes a sort of “grab-and-go” model. The “walk-through” window comprises 25% of their revenue alone and since the New Bedford location is less than 1/3 of the size of the Dartmouth location, indoor seating simply wasn’t an option. However, being so close to Rt. 18 means you can be in and out, hit the road for your work commute, or decide to grab your Chippi and stroll around downtown.

Luis Raposo, one of Mirasol’s managing partners, said that the cafe will soon open a third location in the old Benny’s building bringing their famous Chippi, delicious lattes, batidos, and of course, Latin-themed sandwiches. The artist’s renditon of the planned site shows it is a larger building than the New Bedford location and more along the size of the Dartmouth location. That means a return to the “old” Dartmouth version which had plenty of rooms for tables inside and on the patio.

There is hope for a drive-thru, something Mirasol’s owners and customers alike would benefit, however that happening depends entirely on the town’s approval.

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Middleborough Police charge elementary school staff member following incident

“Chief Joseph Perkins reports that the Middleborough Police Department is seeking to charge an elementary school staff member with assault and battery as a result of an incident that occurred at Mary K. Goode Elementary School.

On Thursday, Jan. 5, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Middleborough Police received reports of an incident at the Mary K. Goode Elementary School.

A preliminary investigation indicates that a fifth grade student was allegedly assaulted by a part-time cafeteria monitor. The suspect is not a teacher at the school.

The student was evaluated by the school nurse and the student’s parents were immediately notified of the incident.

Middleborough Police are summonsing the suspect to appear in Wareham District Court as they seek a charge of assault and battery. The suspect will not be identified unless and until the court approves the charge.

The suspect was immediately placed on leave by Middleborough Public Schools following the incident.

These are all allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.”

Cohasset Police Department seeks public’s help locating missing Massachusetts woman

“The Cohasset Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing resident who was last seen in the early morning hours of Jan. 1.

Ana Walshe, age 39, was last seen at her home in Cohasset shortly after midnight on New Year’s Day. Walshe stands 5’2″ and weighs 115 pounds. She has brown hair, brown eyes and has an olive complexion. It is believed that she speaks with an Eastern European accent.

If anyone has seen Walshe or has any information regarding her whereabouts, they are urged to contact the Cohasset Police Department, Detective Harrison Schmidt, at 781-383-1055 x6108 or email hschmidt@cohassetpolice.com.” -Cohasset Police Department.

Cohasset Police Department photo.