On a midnight Facebook posting, Downtown Smoke Shop in New Bedford admitted to illegally selling marijuana from their shop, just more “discreetly” since police raided their business last November. The owners think it’s fine to post this on Facebook because they blocked the New Bedford Police from their page: That’s …
Read More »Mayor Jon Mitchell to hold January Neighborhood Office Hours at Me & Ed’s
Mayor Mitchell will hold neighborhood office hours for the month of January on Tuesday, January 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Me & Ed’s Restaurant, 30 Brock Avenue. Mayor Mitchell announced he would set aside time each month to hold office hours in city neighborhoods so that residents …
Read More »New Bedford Man Convicted of Manslaughter; Sentenced to More Than A Decade In Prison
A 21-year-old New Bedford man was convicted today in Fall River Superior Court of manslaughter and other felonies connected to the August 2015 shooting homicide of Jeffrey Sylvia Jr. in New Bedford, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. Darian Cardoza, who was 17 at the time of …
Read More »New Bedford cold weather overflow shelter open tonight, Jan. 25th
Due to the continued frigid temperatures, the overflow at 71 Division Street will be opened again tonight. All inquiries can be forwarded to 1-800-homeless and Sister Rose House.
Read More »Chernobyl, Through the Lens Photography Exhibit at Gallery X
Gallery X is proud to announce the next “Frederick Douglass Invitational Show” titled “Chernobyl, Through the Lens” from January 31st through February 24th, with the opening reception Feb. 2nd and on AHA Night Feb.14th 5:00-8:00 PM it is FREE To Public. Featured Photographers: Bryan Buckley, Frank Grace III, Frank C. …
Read More »Six Democrat Massachusetts legislators push to change voting age to 16
Six Democrat lawmakers are pushing to allow 16 and 17-year citizens in Massachusetts to vote in elections. Harriette L. Chandler (First Worcester) is presenting a bill co-sponsored by Andres Vargas (3rd Essex), Dylan Fernandes (Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket), Julian Cyr (Cape and Islands), Jason Lewis (Fifth Middlesex) and Rebecca Rausch …
Read More »CLOSED: City of New Bedford is currently hiring for an Airport Technician
*** This job has been filled and is no longer available. *** PAY: $16.04 hr-$21.84 hr Maintenance of Airport property and equipment to ensure the efficient and effective safety and service for all users of the Airfield and Landside Facilities. Inspects and maintains the runways, taxiways and other paved and …
Read More »Medicare Assistance at P.A.C.E.
Medicare information and assistance is available by appointment at PACE, 166 William Street, New Bedford on Fridays from 9-3. A SHINE COUNSELOR will be available to assist persons who are looking to sign up, choose plans or who just want information. Please call PACE at 508-999-9920 for an appointment. PACE …
Read More »New Bedford to offer low-cost rabies clinic on Apr. 6
New Bedford Animal Control, in collaboration with Coalition for Animals of Greater New Bedford, will present a low-cost rabies clinic from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 6 at Hazelwood Park Community Center, Brock Avenue, and Brooklawn Park Community Center, Acushnet Avenue. All pets must be properly restrained. The fee …
Read More »Pub 6T5 new menu items -meatloaf, meatballs and lasagna
Here’s a look at some of the new menu items at Pub 6T5 (736 Ashley Blvd) – meatloaf, meatballs, lasagna, country style-bacon appetizer, cookie Sunday and sugar cookie martini.
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