Latest

Mattapoisett Fire & Rescue reported on their Facebook page a rescue of two people from an overturned sailboat. “Marine 1 just returned from a water rescue off Mattapoisett Neck Road in the area of Ram Island. Marine 1 was dispatched to a reported overturned sailboat with 2 people in the …

Fairhaven police addressed a common question; what to do if you see a child or animal in a hot car: “A question was asked about what to do if you see a child or animal in a hot car. If it seems the child or animal is in distress we …

Zeiterion’s new projector expands programming opportunities downtown, bringing movies, film festivals, live streaming and other entertainment to New Bedford The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center has acquired a high definition film projector, with funding from the City, that will allow The Z to increase programming and show films. Previously, the Zeiterion …

Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn, III announced today that a 32-year old Fall River man has been sentenced to serve five to seven years in state prison along with two years of probation after his release for his role in a shooting incident and domestic assault. Guillermo Santana …

The Board of Directors of the Southeastern Massachusetts Veterans Housing Program, Inc. – better known locally as the Veterans Transition House (VTH) – annually selects a veteran from the area who has made an outstanding contribution to veterans, veterans’ issues and the community as a whole. The Board of Directors …

At a press conference held in City Hall, Mayor Jon Mitchell joined with sponsor Hawthorn Medical Associates to announce that Hawthorn will sponsor the City’s 2017 Independence Day fireworks display over New Bedford Harbor. Hawthorn Medical Associates contributed $10,000 to support the fireworks display, continuing a long-standing tradition of company …

On June 16, 2017, a task force of law enforcement agencies completed a long-term investigation into the distribution of heroin and fentanyl by a drug distribution organization operating in the New Bedford area. The investigation was dubbed “Operation High Stakes” and it resulted in charges against 21 individuals and the …

Today, Rules Chairman and Senate Assistant Majority Leader Mark C. Montigny announced that his legislation prohibiting the use of handheld cell phones while driving has been released from the Rules Committee and scheduled for debate on the Senate floor for Thursday, June 29, 2017. In addition to cracking down on …

The New Hampshire State Police stopped this vehicle and posted this message to Facebook: “To elaborate on the photo that was posted earlier, driving with items attached/strapped to your vehicle can be extremely dangerous for you and those driving nearby. These objects can obstruct your view or even worse become …

UPDATE: Suspect ROSBA TAYLOR located and taken into custody in Lynn by Lynn Police. Child has been recovered by Lynn Police and appears unharmed. No further information available at this time. Police released a photo of kidnapping and assault suspect ROSBA TAYLOR, also known as RANDY TAYLOR. Plymouth Police and …