“The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office K9 team has been on a roll lately. Last week, Capt. Paul Douglas, Lt. Kenny Almeida and Sgt. William Dillingham partnered with the U.S. Coast Guard and the City of New Bedford Police Department (Official) for some unique training. Joined by NBPD Sgt. Paul Fonseca …
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Southern Airways Express has announced that it will expand daily flights on a year-round schedule, and base its New England fleet at the New Bedford Regional Airport. Basing includes aircraft maintenance, fueling, storage, crew basing, and additional jobs based at the airport. This move comes after a successful launch in …
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FLU YOU BAKER, a grassroots movement of more than 11,000 Massachusetts residents led by Mr. Vincent Delaney, will be filing a class-action lawsuit against Governor Baker and the State of Massachusetts, citing the unconstitutionality of the state’s August 19, 2020 influenza vaccination mandate. The group is partnering with Robert F. …
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On Friday, September 25, 2020 at approximately 5:44 a.m., members of the Dartmouth Police Department were dispatched to a residence located on Barbara Court, after receiving a call from the homeowner reporting that someone had allegedly broken into their home. According to information provided by the homeowner, they were awoken …
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“It is promising that the Mayor’s Commission on Police Use of Force mentioned that police directives are within their jurisdiction. That being the case, we believe it is imperative that the Commission demand an immediate rescinding of the New Bedford Police Department’s Directive 06-71 “High Energy Patrol Initiative” which led …
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“I keep seeing all these posts about trick or treating. How about this year, we all make an effort to make this the best trick or treat these kids have seen? Turn every porch light on. Give away extra candy. Sit in your driveway with a costume on. Decorate your …
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New Bedford police officers responded to a double stabbing at around 9pm last night in the area of Thompson and County streets. Initial reports are that four people were detained for questioning. No further information is available at this time.
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The New Bedford Mayor’s office confirmed that they are advising no swimming at New Bedford beaches based on a shark sighting in Fairhaven earlier in the day. The following message was sent out by the Fairhaven Police Department: “FAIRHAVEN ALERT: This message is being sent by the Fairhaven Police Department …
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“FAIRHAVEN ALERT: This message is being sent by the Fairhaven Police Department and the Harbormaster. All public beaches are temporarily closed due to a possible shark sighting near Hacker Street. All citizens are asked to stay out of the water. Any sightings should be reported to the Fairhaven Police Department …
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There was a rally today outside of Ash Street Jail conducted by Bristol County for Correctional Justice, Families for Justice and Healing Coalition. They urged legislators to pass S2846, a bill eliminating the costs for calls for the incarcerated prisoners.
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