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“Defendant attempted to murder a student he recruited while working at Boston Public Schools. A former member of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation (Latin Kings) who was at the time an academic dean in the Boston Public Schools pleaded guilty today in federal court in Boston to …

The New Bedford police department is announcing the highly anticipated return of its citizen’s police academy program. After a lengthy hiatus precipitated by the covid pandemic, we are happy to announce the program’s return on September 7th, 2022. Each Wednesday night, for ten weeks, a group of approximately 20 citizens …

“Crash sends driver to the hospital. The crash occurred just after noon in the area of 225 Bedford Street yesterday, Monday, August 8 when a pickup truck left the road and collided with a tree. The driver was able to remove himself from the vehicle prior to the arrival of …

Drive around any neighborhood in New Bedford and you can’t help but notice roofs lined with solar panels. That’s because solar panels are a win-win for everyone involved. They bring down energy costs for homeowners and provide renewable, sustainable energy for the planet. But whole swaths of people – 80% …

On Tuesday, August 2 John “Jack” Murphy 22, of Bosotn was killed by a lightning strike while backpacking in Bridger-Teton National Forest, Wyoming. Jack was on an expedition with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). Murphy was a 2018 graduate of Boston College High School where he was a proud …

“On Sunday, August 7, at 11:10 p.m., the Wareham Fire Department responded to an address on Longmeadow Drive for a report of a fire. Capt. Micky Bird and the crew of Engine 1 quickly arrived and found multiple items burning directly in front of the garage. The fire was quickly …

The Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District (the District) has an immediate opening for a Mechanic. MECHANIC ($28.89/hour plus benefits) JOB DESCRIPTION The District offers a good work/life balance and training opportunities, including the opportunity to learn to operate heavy equipment. The District offers a competitive benefits package including …

How do you make sure your child is prepared for kindergarten? Preschool, of course! But public preschool doesn’t work for every family. It’s not every day, and often it’s only half days. The schedule is inflexible for working parents. Many parents end up choosing daycare knowing their child won’t enjoy …

“The City of New Bedford Police Department wishes to announce that the 106th Annual Feast of the Blessed Sacrament Parade will be held today, August 7. The parade will form at Brooklawn Park and will step off at 2:00 pm from Brooklawn Street and Acushnet Avenue. The following streets will …

“A 51-year-old female was found yesterday afternoon deceased and floating near the shore of Lake Whittemore in Luther Hill Park. The victim was reported missing to police and was later discovered by one of the lifeguards on duty at the beach. State Police Detectives assisted by the Spencer Police are …