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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is advising consumers who have any Dog Gone Dog Treats to dispose of them. There have been three cases of salmonellosis (infection with the Salmonella bacteria) linked to individuals handling these dog treats. The cases include two adults in their 70s and a …

On Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at approximately 10:45 a.m., detectives assigned to the Dartmouth Police Department Community Impact Unit arrested Noah GARRIS, 25, of Carroll Street, New Bedford, on a warrant associated with two (2) incidents that occurred on Monday, February 14, 2022, during which time he allegedly exposed his …

With the recent precipitous drop in COVID-19 transmission in New Bedford, Mayor Jon Mitchell has decided to lift the policy requiring the use of masks in the public areas of municipal buildings, such as City Hall and public libraries. The mask policy will be lifted as of 4 p.m. Friday, …

“?Crews were working at the end of Gaffney Rd to get a deer off the ice ? The deer wassafely removed from the ice and ran off into the woods after we released her. Remember, don’t try to get a wild animal off the ice on your own. It very …

“Bald eagle numbers continue to climb in the Commonwealth giving winter birders a better chance to glimpse these impressive birds. Get ready for your winter outing with these tips for where to look and how to prepare. Many people are surprised to find out that winter is a prime time …

A Colorado woman and a Houston woman were sentenced today in federal court in Boston for their roles in a multi-million-dollar Medicare fraud scheme. Jessica Jones, 32, of Lakewood Colo., and Elizabeth Putulin, 31, of Houston, Texas were each sentenced by U.S. District Court Senior Judge George A. O’Toole, Jr. …

The New Bedford Local Cultural Council (NBLCC) is pleased to announce the grant awardees for 2022. New Bedford was allocated a total of $119,600 to distribute during the 2022 grant cycle.This funding is granted to individuals, groups, and agencies whose projects enhance the arts, science, and humanities in the city …

Today, Governor Charlie Baker signed legislation filed by Senator Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) to create new protections for K9 law enforcement officers. Montigny filed the bill in response to the tragic event on April 12, 2018, that took the life of New Bedford-native Sergeant Sean Gannon. His fearless K9 partner …

A former member of the New Bedford Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation (Latin Kings) was sentenced today on racketeering charges. Tyson Jorge, a/k/a “King Music,” 35, was sentenced by U.S. Senior District Court Judge Rya W. Zobel to time served (approximately 35 days in prison). …

“On Saturday, February 12, at 2:05 a.m., Officers responded to the Last Round Bar after being flagged down by one of the bouncers who stated there was a female inside yelling and refusing to leave. The woman, identified as LEIANDRA BUSBY, 24, of Taunton, was carried out of the establishment …