Announcements

“I’m reaching out to seek some help my son’s Christopher Pedrosa has been missing for a month. Last seen in New Bedford. He’s done this once before but we were able to find him quickly. Now I’m extremely worried. It’s been this long and no word on his whereabouts. He …

A New Bedford police veteran officer has been named veteran of the year by the Veteran’s Transition House. Ofc. Dean Lawrence has served the city of New Bedford for over 25 years, and the United States military for over 3 decades. As a member of the army on both active …

“She is 17-years old. She is reportedly dangerous to herself. She has been missing since Wednesday 11/10/2021. She has been reported as missing to the New Bedford Police Department and the Dartmouth Police Department. She was last seen was at 9:00am in the morning before heading to school on Wednesday …

New Bedford’s Veterans Advisory Board and the City of New Bedford are proud to present the 2021 New Bedford Veterans Day Parade. The parade will form at the intersection of Rockdale Avenue and Union Street, in Buttonwood Park, beginning at about 10:15 a.m. and stepping off at 11 a.m. The …

Legislation creates new protections for law enforcement K9 officers. Today, the Massachusetts State Senate approved legislation filed by Senator Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) to create new protections for K9 law enforcement officers. Montigny first filed the bill in response to the tragic event on April 12, 2018, that took the …

“Trooper Thomas Clardy Law” advances proven measures to prevent the senseless tragedies caused by drug-impaired driving. The Baker-Polito Administration today refiled legislation to improve safety on the Commonwealth’s roadways and combat drug-impaired driving. This proposal would update road safety laws by implementing uniform standards and promoting proven strategies to reduce …

“Dartmouth Fire District 1 regrettably announces the passing of retired Fire Chief Tom Brooks. Tom served the district in every capacity from Fire Fighter to Chief starting in 1950 -1984 serving proudly for 34 years. Tom was an innovator in for the District in many ways becoming Chief in 1971, …

“MISSING JUVENILE: Anyone with information is encouraged to contact either Detective Sean McGuire at 508-910-1733 or Detective Kyle Costa at 508-910-1755. * There is a typo on the poster, as it should reflect New Bedford and not “Bedford.” NCMEC have been notified. Thank you!” -Dartmouth Police Department. Dartmouth Police Department …

“Veteran members of the New Bedford Police Department, Sgt. Donald Williams and Ofc. Jessica Nicoli, went to Gillette Stadium earlier yesterday to pick up buckets filled with #Coats4Vets. The buckets were then distributed to the Va New Bedford Clinic to give out to homeless Veterans and those in need. The …