Coronavirus

The Baker-Polito Administration today announced a plan to immediately put to use approximately $2.815 billion of the Commonwealth’s direct federal aid to support key priorities including housing and homeownership, economic development and local downtowns, job training and workforce development, health care, and infrastructure. The Administration’s plan aims to jump-start the …

Bristol Community College will be hosting a family-focused community event on Tuesday, June 22, from 2 to 6 p.m. to keep your family safe by receiving the COVID-19 vaccine – Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine available for ages 12 and up. The family-focused event will feature incentives for everyone receiving the COVID-19 …

COVID-19 vaccination clinics are planned for this weekend in New Bedford. No appointment is needed at the walk-up clinics. All New Bedford residents receiving their first dose will receive a $20 Dunkin’ gift card. * NAACP of Greater New Bedford, 95 Cedar Street — Saturday, June 19 from 1:00 p.m. …

Did you pay funeral costs after losing someone due to COVID-19? The FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency is accepting applications for the Funeral Assistance Program. The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. Applications for Funeral Assistance will be …

“A MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF: “At long last, the State of Emergency imposed by the Governor in March of last year is over! It has been a very long, stressful, sad journey. But while numbers regarding vaccine distribution and positive percentage rates will still be kicked around, the worst appears …

Bristol Community College will be hosting a family-focused community event on Tuesday, June 22, from 2 to 6 p.m. to keep your family safe by receiving the COVID-19 vaccine – Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine available for ages 12 and up. The family-focused event will feature incentives for everyone receiving the COVID-19 …

COVID-19 vaccination clinics are planned for this week and weekend in New Bedford. No appointment is needed at the walk-up clinics. All New Bedford residents receiving their first dose will receive a $20 Dunkin’ gift card. Coast New England Federal Credit Union Parking Lot, 93 Union Street – Thursday, June …

“On Friday, May 28th, an AMC Hollywood Night was held for the Class of 2021 instead of a prom. Due to CDC guidelines and restrictions, a traditional prom would not be feasible due to the size of the senior class. Students voted on an AMC Hollywood Night rather than a …

New Bedford, Massachusetts–COVID-19 vaccination clinics are planned for this weekend in New Bedford. No appointment is needed at the walk-up clinics. All New Bedford residents receiving their first dose will receive a $20 Dunkin’ gift card. Pfizer vaccines will be given at the Seabra and Buttonwood Park locations. JNJ Vaccine …

With summer weather approaching, and as COVID-19 related restrictions on daily activities begin to lift, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds residents to take recommended precautions to keep young children safe this summer. Prevent Tick Bites Ticks can make you sick when they bite. They are most commonly …