Nestled away in the back corner of the Pine Grove Cemetery in New Bedford, Massachusetts stands a rather impressive mausoleum, statue, and plaque. This stands in remembrance of Marcelino Manuel da Graça, otherwise known as Charles Manuel “Sweet Daddy” Grace. Daddy Grace was born on January 25th in the Cape …
Read More »Fort Taber Flag To Honor New Bedford’s Corporal Tiago Reis, Vietnam Veteran Killed In Action
During the month of September, the 48th Lights for Peace flag to fly at the Fort Taber – Fort Rodman Military Museum honors the memory of Tiago Reis of New Beford who was killed in action while serving with the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Reis was born on …
Read More »Historic New Bedford golf course built by “man who brought golf to the world” turns 100 years old
Although it technically was founded in 1902, September 4th marks 100 years that the 18 hole course we see today of the Country Club of New Bedford has been in operation. In 1902 the Country Club of New Bedford was incorporated. A short ride from the city by horse, the …
Read More »New Bedford’s historic tour guide examines role New Bedford played in the American Civil War
“Against a backdrop of downtown New Bedford’s historic architecture tour guide Bruce Barnes examines the role that New Bedford played in the American Civil War from 1861 to 1865. A story of valor and sacrifice, Mr. Barnes expounds the devastating impact that the Civil War had on the residents of …
Read More »The 5 best aspects of New Bedford according to residents
New Bedford may not be perfect and sometimes can get an unfair reputation, but it’s home to roughly 100,000 residents many of which quite enjoy the Whaling City. I decided to ask citizens a simple question, “What’s your favorite aspect of New Bedford?” and I received a ton of answers! …
Read More »New Bedford’s Fort Taber August Flag Honors Arthur R. Allain Korean War Veteran
During the month of August, the 47th Lights for Peace flag to fly at the Fort Taber – Fort Rodman Military Museum honors the memory of Arthur R. Allain, or New Bedford, who passed away on April 19th at the age of 92. Allain was born in New Bedford on …
Read More »New Bedford mayor pays visit to Colonel Joe Martin who turns 100-years-old
“I paid a visit to a long time family friend, Colonel Joe Martin, who turns 100 years old this week. Joe served for forty years in the Army National Guard in various field artillery units. During WWII, he fought with distinction in Normandy and at the Battle of Bulge. Although …
Read More »BCSO spring cleaning at New Bedford’s Ash Street Jail uncovers historic glass negatives, card records
“We did some spring cleaning around the Ash Street Jail this week with some folks from the New Bedford Whaling Museum coming to box up and take away some of the old glass negatives and card records from the attic. We’re happy these artifacts of New Bedford’s history will be …
Read More »A short glimpse into Taunton’s long, rich, and diverse history
By Bailey Bisson. Taunton, Massachusetts, located in Bristol County, has a rich history dating back to the 17th century. In 1637, Taunton was founded by settlers from the Plymouth Colony. The land was purchased from the Wampanoag Native American tribe and was named after Taunton, Somerset, in England. As quoted …
Read More »Paul Revere and William Dawes enjoy Massachusetts State Police escort on their “Midnight Ride”
“Today, Troopers Giuseppe Ciampa and Michael Capotosto, of the State Police Mounted Unit, had the pleasure of escorting Paul Revere and William Dawes on their Midnight Ride from Boston to Lexington/Concord. This is an annual Patriot’s Day event the Lancers host and the State Police Mounted Unit has the pleasure …
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