Ana Riley, a finalist for New Bedford Public Schools Superintendent, discusses her vision and approach to leading the school department with Paul Santos.

Due to the continued frigid temperatures the overflow at 71 Division Street will remain opened tonight. All inquiries can be forwarded to Sister Rose House and 1-800-homeless.

Here’s a highlight reel of Mr. Voc Tech from Friday, March 16, 2018.

Mr. Voc-Tech: Thiago Palma
1st Runner-Up: Yannick Almeida
2nd Runner-Up: Cameron Botelho

Video by Arjenis Marcial.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for much of Northern Massachusetts, South Coastal Rhode Island and Massachusetts from Wednesday morning through Thursday morning. Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 10 inches, with localized amounts up to 13 inches, are possible.

Plan on difficult travel conditions. Significant reductions in visibility are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

“I am a little disgusted with this store and how they have our city looking like this. It’s very disconcerting that they don’t have a dumpster for their recycling. It’s also blocking the doorway to the apartment building in the photo.

The apartment that they did this to is on County Street. It’s sad – they do this weekly. It’s a safety issue for the people that have to find a way to get by this dump!”

– Jacqueline

PAY: $18.98hr-$21.52hr

Operates hoisting equipment which requires a special license from the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety.

Maintains equipment being used, keeping equipment operating properly such as checking and changing all fluids when necessary. Checks batteries and tires, changes filters, and performs all other related maintenance. Keeps equipment clean at all times. May perform the duties of a Motor Equipment Operator. These duties and responsibilities are required on a daily basis.

Possession of a valid Massachusetts Class 2BCDL and Class2B Hoisting License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety for all equipment or vehicles in the department. Good driving record. Careful judgment in the operation of any assigned equipment and at least two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of specified heavy equipment.

This position is deemed essential personnel and must report for duty during emergency situations.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO

New Bedford has a residency requirement.

The New Bedford Police gang unit made five arrests Saturday and seized nearly 37 grams of Fentanyl, 3.5 grams (small amount) of cocaine and an unlicensed handgun with the serial number defaced and ammunition following an investigation into a Fentanyl distribution service out of 82 Ruth St. Apt. 2W.

Police executed a search warrant at the location and recovered 36.9 grams of Fentanyl, 3.5 grams of cocaine, 12 Suboxone film, strips, a .22 caliber Derringer handgun with defaced serial number, four 38 .caliber rounds, one .22 caliber round, a digital scale, packaging materials and $1,639 in currency.

Police made the following arrests:

David Davis, 26, of 82 Ruth St. Apt. 2W, New Bedford, on charges of possession of a defaced firearm, improper storage of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, trafficking in Fentanyl, possession of crack cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of Suboxone with intent to distribute and conspiracy to violate drug laws.

Yeviahnik Negron, 21, of 82 Ruth St. Apt. 2W, New Bedford, resisting arrest, interfering with a police officer.

Rey Miguel Martinez-Rosa, 22, of 88 Ruth St. Apt. #E, New Bedford, trafficking in Fentanyl, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of Suboxone with intent to distribute, conspiracy to violate drug laws, furnishing a false name and a warrant arrest.

Miguel Sevilla, 26, of 70 Ruth St. Apt. 3E, New Bedford, trafficking in Fentanyl, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of Suboxone with intent to distribute, conspiracy to violate drug laws, and on a warrant arrest.

Richard Sevilla, 22, of 872 South First St., New Bedford, warrant arrest.

The street value of the Fentanyl is estimated at about $3,000.00

On Sunday, March 18, 2018 at approximately 12:30 p.m., Dartmouth Police responded to Hemlock Street to investigate a report of a male breaking into a vehicle.

While en route, Officer Matthew CORREIA observed a male walking on Cove Road who matched the description of the suspect, and subsequently identified him as Rey PIMENTEL, 23, of Bolton Street, New Bedford.

As the result of a corresponding investigation, it was determined that PIMENTEL was responsible for the break.

PIMENTEL was subsequently arrested and charged with breaking and entering into a vehicle during the daytime for a felony and larceny under $250.

Dr. Heather Larkin, a finalist for New Bedford Public Schools Superintendent, discusses her vision and approach to leading the school department with Paul Santos.

Thomas Anderson, a finalist for New Bedford Public Schools Superintendent, discusses his vision and approach to leading the school department with Paul Santos Live.