Announcements

“The Baker-Polito Administration today joined military family members and legislators for a ceremonial signing of the SPEED Act, a comprehensive new law that makes Massachusetts a more welcoming place for military families and strengthens efforts to support and honor the Commonwealth’s veterans. Governor Charlie Baker held a ceremonial signing of …

UPDATE: Chief James Donovan reports that missing Raynham 16-year-old Colleen Weaver has been found safe in New York City. Weaver was first reported missing after she left her home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Oct. 18. At approximately 11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, she was located with the …

“Detectives assigned to the “Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau” have seized nearly 1.3 million dollars from two drug traffickers. On October 21st, detectives concluded an investigation spanning nearly several months into a drug distribution operation being conducted by AMADO DELGADO MENDEZ, 30. and VINICIO MARRERO ARIAS, 38, both of 197 Cottage …

“The New Bedford Police Department is beaming with pride, as one of our own received the coveted Massachusetts Police Association’s Medal of Valor. Ofc. Michael Carrier was decorated for his act of selfless bravery in his attempts to save an armed, suicidal male earlier in the year. Thank you for …

“Just a quick PSA for the people of the south end. These 2 dogs right here are my everything! Whenever I leave the house they are always on a leash! I have never “lost” them or had them run off. In the past 6 months they have gone from friendly …

“I was privileged to have the opportunity this afternoon to celebrate the unveiling of the new mural at The Ultra Marine Band Club, a spectacular tribute to contributions of Cape Verdeans to the City and America. Artists Eden Soares and Adrian Tio, along with the Cape Verdean Cultural Committee, created …

“This great horned owl was first admitted to the Cape Branch of the New England Wildlife Centers back in 2021 for a traumatic eye injury that required our veterinary team to have to remove the damaged eye. Fortunately, adult owls can still be released with only one eye if they …

The New Bedford Health Department and the Health Equity Compact (HEC) will be hosting the Color of Care – Southeastern MA Health Equity Forum to discuss solutions to health disparities in our region. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022, at the New Bedford Whaling Museum at …

“As of November 1, 2022, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection will no longer allow the disposal of the following materials in the trash: 1. Mattresses and box springs. 2. Textiles including clothing, footwear, bedding, towels, curtains, fabric, and similar products, except for textiles that are contaminated with mold, bodily …

“The Association would like to congratulate our newest members from the 87th RTT on their graduation today. Thank you to all the family, friends, colleagues, and elected officials who were in attendance at the ceremony. Everyone at the Association is proud of the incoming class and excited to have them …