After a several week investigation by Det. Kurt Dreher of the OCIB unit a vehicle was stopped last night at approximately 9:30pm near Union St. and Route 18. The rental vehicle was being driven by the female suspect and her boyfriend was in the car with her. As a result of …
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Officials announced today that HTP, Inc., a Freetown-based designer and manufacturer of green, renewable, and high efficiency products for space and water heating is expanding and consolidating its operations at the former AFC Cable Systems site in the New Bedford Business Park. The company expects to create 40 new jobs, …
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The John Avery Parker Elementary School, which is open during February vacation, will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday 2/17, due to the lasting effects of the latest snowstorm. All offices at New Bedford Public Schools will also be closed 2/17, including the administration building and the New Bedford High School and middle …
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The City of New Bedford is currently accepting applications for the 2015 Summer Employment Program. Positions are available in the Kennedy Summer Day Program, Summer Food Service Program/Parks & Playgrounds, and Beach Operations. To view the complete job list and download an employment application, please visit our website at www.newbedford-ma.gov. …
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Southern Bristol County, including the City of New Bedford, effective from 7:00 PM Saturday, February 14 through 11:00 AM Sunday, February 15. Snow will arrive around mid-day Saturday. A Blizzard Warning is issued when sustained winds or frequent gusts over …
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Bishop Stang High School, a diocesan, co-educational, college preparatory school located on the Southcoast, has announced that Bishop Stang Senior Andrea Desilets has been named one of the candidates for the 2015 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The candidates are selected from nearly 3.4 million graduating seniors. “Andrea Desilets is an …
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Last night at approximately 10pm members of the Gang Unit observed a vehicle being driven in reverse and fishtail in the snow on Acushnet Ave. near Rockland St. The vehicle also had an expired inspection sticker. During the stop, a struggle ensued with the front passenger and he was taken …
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This morning at approximately 10am New Bedford Detectives, State Police assigned to the Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section (VFAS), as well as, the United States Marshall’s office arrested a man wanted for a double murder in Puerto Rico that happened in 2008. Officials in Puerto Rico were able to track down …
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The City of New Bedford announced that it has received $1,160,441 in utility incentives for the first two phases of its streetlight conversion project. In September, the City announced a partnership with Siemens to replace nearly 10,000 City-owned streetlights, traffic and crossing signals and other exterior lights with LED fixtures. …
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WHAT: Celebrating 30 Years of Hope The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is turning 30 years. Hosting a Birthday Celebration that will unite participants from 5 local events. Event will include a DJ, fully catered meal, entertainment, and recognition of volunteers and survivors. WHEN: Sunday, February 8th Doors open …
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