The Dartmouth Mall has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection announced the real estate investment trust that owns the popular shopping destination on Sunday. The decision supported by its first and second lien holders was made as a way to restructure debt and enact a plan to reorganize its total …
Read More »New Bedford High School seniors pictured receiving early college acceptances
“The week before the holiday break is bringing tidings of great joy to New Bedford High School seniors awaiting notifications of acceptance from the colleges and universities of their choice, which they had applied for early in the school year. Last Thursday evening the first of these seniors received positive …
Read More »Massachusetts Dept. of Transportation awards $372 million to replace Cape Cod Canal bridges
“Washington (December 15, 2023) – Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Congressman Bill Keating (MA-09) announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and Army Corps a $372 million grant to start replacing the Cape Cod Canal Bridges under its …
Read More »Family seeks public’s help locating 19-year old New Bedford girl missing for two months
“19-year-old Lanajah Rivera of New Bedford is a black Hispanic female that has been missing for for approximately 2 months with no leads or information. If seen or located contact proper authorities as she has been entered into the missing person’s database nationwide. You can call the New Bedford Police …
Read More »UMass Dartmouth Police collect bins of toys to ensure no New Bedford child goes without on Christmas
“We are excited to announce that we collected 5 full bins of toys to donate to local charities through the Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Massachusetts. Our staff worked hard putting together this event to bring holiday cheer to those in our surrounding communities. Thank you to all who helped …
Read More »New Bedford Christmas Tree disposal and holiday recycling tips
“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 has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of December 18, 2023 – December 22, 2023
“The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of December 18, 2023 – December 22, 2023, and they are as follows: Eversource will be working on gas main relays and services on: • Main relay on County St from Cove St to Mosher St • Main …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police seek public help IDing erratic, speeding driver who caused fatal rollover
“At approximately 8:40 AM Massachusetts State Troopers responded to a rollover crash on Route 93 north in Stoneham that resulted in the death of a 34-year-old woman. The victim was driving a 2015 Nissan Rogue sport utility vehicle northbound on Route 93. For reasons still under investigation, the vehicle rolled …
Read More »Holiday recycling tips for Dartmouth residents; what NOT to put in the recycle bin
“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. “When sharing gifts this holiday season, please make room for new items by donating, selling, or recycling items you no …
Read More »New Bedford High School plans new earlier school dismissal time
“New Bedford High School will have a new EARLIER school dismissal time when students return from winter break. Beginning January 2, 2024, NBHS students will be dismissed at 2:12 p.m., (a change from the current student dismissal time of 2:40 p.m.), and will maintain current staff dismissal time, with a …
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