“The city’s snow emergency parking ban will be lifted as of noon Sunday, Jan. 30, as New Bedford cleans up from more than 18 inches of snow in yesterday’s gusty blizzard. Many closures and cancellations remain in place Sunday. City offices will re-open Monday and school announcements are pending. Details: …
Read More »Massachusetts Gov. Baker continues to urge all residents to limit travel throughout winter storm
Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito today joined public safety and transportation officials to update Massachusetts residents on the ongoing winter storm. With heavy snowfall rates and wind gusts causing whiteout conditions, residents are urged to limit non-essential travel as the storm continues and clean up proceeds. Drivers …
Read More »Several members of the Dartmouth Fire Department promoted, past members rejoin ranks
“We are proud to announce that we have promoted several of our members to officer positions within our Department. Congratulations to Captain Kirk Faria, Lieutenant Jason Arruda, Lieutenant Jason Costa and Lieutenant Kevin Faria. All of these men have taken pride in their work and continue to show dedication to …
Read More »Complete Labor & Staffing of New Bedford Needs 100 Snow Removal Workers TODAY. Earn up to $24 an hour.
Complete Labor & Staffing has plenty of snow removal jobs all around the area please come on down to 256 Union st or call the office (508) 858-5595 this is going on now first come first served. They are HIRING NOW, on the spot. **SNOW REMOVAL\SHOVELERS WANTED** COME JOIN OUR …
Read More »National Weather Service declares Blizzard Warning in effect for greater New Bedford, SouthCoast
BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT EST SATURDAY NIGHT. WHAT: Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 17 to 22 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. WHERE Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. WHEN: From midnight tonight …
Read More »Southcoast Health recognizes 2021 “Volunteers of the Year”
Each year, volunteers of all ages donate their time to serve ill community members at Southcoast Health’s three hospitals, and through Southcoast VNA. “Southcoast Health is thrilled to honor Laura, Laura, Sandi, and Jacqueline as our 2021 Volunteers of the Year,” says Kimberley Coon, the Executive Director of Hospital and …
Read More »34 Massachusetts fire officers graduate from 27th chief fire management training program
Nearly three dozen fire service leaders from across Massachusetts graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s Chief Fire Officer Management Training Program, said State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey and Deputy State Fire Marshal Maribel Fournier, who serves as acting director of the MFA. The prestigious 13-week program is delivered jointly …
Read More »New Bedford roadwork sites for the upcoming week of January 31, 2022 – February 4, 2022
The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of January 31, 2022 – February 4, 2022 and they are as follows: Eversource will be working on the gas main relays and services at: • No work scheduled Other: • MassDOT Project #608536, intersection improvement at Rockdale …
Read More »City of New Bedford announces parking ban for looming weekend nor’easter
With heavy snow expected from late Friday through Saturday evening, a citywide snow emergency PARKING BAN will take effect at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, to allow City workers to efficiently remove snow from roadways and enable public safety vehicles and residents to travel safely. The parking ban will be …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police 15th annual memorial hockey tournament to fund scholarships
“On Friday, March 25, the 15th annual Massachusetts State Police Memorial Hockey Tournament will be held at Foxboro Sports Center. Proceeds from the tournament — a competitive event that includes active and retired MSP Troopers, including some who played at high levels in their careers — fund academic scholarships in …
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