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New Bedford received nearly 10 inches of rain on the 4th of July, 2014. Here is some amazing aerial footage of the flooding. Video by Kyle Desousa.
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Fairhaven and Dartmouth Police nab two Fairhaven residents for narcotics
Fairhaven and Dartmouth Police Detectives, working with the Bristol County Sheriffs Department South Coast Anti Crime Team, arrested two suspects just after 7:00 Tuesday morning for assorted narcotics offenses. Investigators were in the area at that time, planning to execute a search warrant for the second floor apartment located at …
Read More »How a forgotten basketball hoop impacted a New Bedford neighborhood
Mahatma Gandhi, the once great leader of India, once said, “Be the change you wish to see in the World.” It’s straight forward advice. In a world of social media activism, there are still amazing citizens that act to make a positive change in their community. On June 29th, Mike …
Read More »Spraying for Mosquitoes Scheduled in New Bedford Thursday Morning
The New Bedford Board of Health announced today that the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project will conduct targeted ground spraying early on the morning of Thursday, July 3, 2014 in areas of New Bedford including downtown and the historic district, and the spraying will take place between 2:00 am and …
Read More »New Bedford police seek assistance in identifying burglary suspects
On Friday June 27th a housebreak occurred during the daytime hours in the area of Matthew St. and Stackhouse St. It appears that entry may have been gained through a window when the tenants were not home. Cash was taken during the break. Detective Michael Lopes is looking to identify …
Read More »Mother charged in New Bedford deceased infant case
The mother of the newborn baby discovered outside a home at 1065 County Street on April 11th was charged today in New Bedford District Court with the obstruction of justice portion of the witness intimidation statute and concealment of the death of a child born out of wedlock. Tamlyn Gonzalez, …
Read More »Double stabbing in Fairhaven
UPDATE (4:28pm, 30 June, 2014): The suspect from the Fairhaven stabbing that occurred Monday morning is identified as 27 year old Peter Bergeron. Bergeron was charged with two counts of domestic assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon, two counts of assault with intent to murder and mayhem. …
Read More »Charles W. Morgan Homecoming Celebration
HISTORY Want to learn the history of the last New Bedford whaling ship? Check out The Layperson’s Guide to the Charles W. Morgan: http://www.newbedfordguide.com/charles-w-morgan-whaling-ship/2014/02/19. HOURS OF OPERATION / ADMISSION The Charles W Morgan is open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm daily from June 28 – July 6, …
Read More »Fort Taber Car Wash: Dog Tags Fundraiser and to raise funds for 9/11 Memorial; Volunteers needed!
Car Wash Saturday June 28th at VFW Andrew-Dahill 477 Park Street, New Bedford, MA. Come on down and have fun, get your vehicles cleaned, and support Big Ft. Taber Fall Event. Starts at 9 am goes till 5 pm. Volunteers needed for at least two-hours shifts. Call 774 400 4143. …
Read More »Three car accident on the West Island causeway on Sunday
The Fairhaven Police Department responded to a three car accident on the West Island causeway just after 12:00 Sunday afternoon. The crash involved three vehicles and occurred between the causeway bridge and West Island, east of Sconticut Neck. A witness reported seeing a vehicle suddenly accelerate and jump onto the …
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