Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson posted a video of New Bedford native Samantha Johnson’s reaction to his WWE return on Instagram. Over 71 million views later, its safe to say the New Bedford native went viral on social media! The Rock captioned the video, “That “IF YA SMELLL” Rock music just …
Read More »Massachusetts Officials remind residents of “silent killer” after family found dead
On Monday night, police were called to make a wellness-check on a single-family home on Cottage Street in Nahant. Upon arrival, police discovered three deceased adults in the home, all of whom had extreme levels of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is called a “silent killer” because it is tasteless, colorless, …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police Trooper rescues scared pups from center median during busy traffic
“One day last month, Trooper Casey Gilbert, who is assigned to our High Risk Victims Unit, observed two German Shepherds on the side of Route 291 in Springfield. The scared pups were on the center median during busy midday traffic. Trooper Gilbert, along with a Good Samaritan, helped get the …
Read More »New Bedford Police arrest 41-year old city man, seize large cache of Fentanyl
“NEW BEDFORD – Narcotics detectives have arrested a local man for trafficking in Fentanyl. On January 5th, Det. Matthew Sylvia of the department’s Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau concluded an investigation into a fentanyl distribution operation being conducted out of 255 N. Front St. The target of the investigation was the …
Read More »School Comm. names new Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent of New Bedford Public Schools
“Last night the New Bedford School Comm. named Andrew O’Leary and Darcie Aungst the Superintendent and Dep. Super., respectively, of NB Public Schools. In their interim roles, they set a clear direction for the district. They are the right team at the right time for our students.”-Jon Mitchell. Jon Mitchell …
Read More »Dartmouth Police squash rumors over fatal accident that claimed life of New Bedford teen, injured Dartmouth woman
“Though there have been quite a few rumors circulating on the socials about where the individuals involved in the fatal motor vehicle crash this past Friday were prior to the crash occurring, we HAVE NOT yet received a single call from anyone who can actually validate this information. As this …
Read More »New Bedford’s BPZOO goes to bat for international Red Panda conservation
“There is no arguing that BPZOO’s red panda family are among some of the most charismatic, adorable, and beloved animals in New Bedford. They are also working overtime as ambassadors to their species, inspiring the New Bedford community to care about red panda conservation efforts in the wild. Thanks to …
Read More »New Bedford’s Mayor proposes repeal of residency requirement; cites tight labor market, inability to fill positions
“NEW BEDFORD – Mayor Jon Mitchell has submitted an ordinance to the City Council which would end the City’s residency requirement for management/technical positions in city government. Mayor Mitchell announced the proposed repeal of the residency requirement in his Inaugural Address last week, and in a Thursday filing to the …
Read More »New Bedford Harbor Walk, Cove Walk, Fort Taber to Close Tuesday Due to Expected High Winds
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a high wind warning beginning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9th, through 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10th for Southern Bristol County including New Bedford. The NWS forecast calls for sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph with gusts of up to …
Read More »Dartmouth’s Bishop Stang appoints Pamela Cook as new Director of Advancement
“Bishop Stang High School is proud to announce the appointment of Pamela Cook as the new Director of Advancement beginning in January 2024. She will bring over 20 years of non-profit fundraising experience. Cook most recently served as Executive Director for Clean Ocean Access and previously held leadership development and …
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