“BOSTON – A New Bedford man has pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to his role in a drug trafficking organization operating in Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 46-year-old Jose Santiago pleaded guilty this week to conspiracy to distribute and to possess …
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“We would like to take a moment to recognize our AMAZING SROs during National School Resource Officer Day! Our SROs serve as important bridges between our youth, law enforcement, and the Community. We appreciate your commitment to keeping our schools safe while also building positive relationships with the students, staff, …
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“An 18-year-old former New Bedford man indicted for the July 2023 shooting of a New Bedford Police detective was arrested this afternoon at Logan International Airport in Boston, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. Denzel Gomes was arrested by Massachusetts State Police and New Bedford Police shortly …
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“Fire Chief Jamie Desautels and Police Chief Richard DiPersio report that the Hudson Fire and Police Departments responded Tuesday to a two-alarm fire at the Department of Public Works’ fleet garage. On Tuesday, Feb. 13, at about 5 p.m., emergency crews learned of a fire in the fleet garage, 1 …
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“SOUTH YARMOUTH, Mass. – Yarmouth Police Detectives stopped a car for speeding Monday afternoon near the Bass River Bridge. During the stop, detectives observed signs of drug distribution and deployed a narcotics detection canine. K9 Gauge located a quantity of crack cocaine on the passenger, Jatee Burch, 20, of New …
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“It’s not a part of the job description, nor is it in our protocols. It’s kindness and willingness to help someone who may need it. Congrats to the crew of Medic 2 for showing what professionalism and public service look like. Shoveling a driveway goes a long way. Thanks for …
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“Dartmouth, MA (February 13, 2024) – On Sunday, March 10, 2024, My Brother’s Keeper will be hosting Strikes for Hope, a bowling event for families, colleagues, and friends to support the mission of My Brother’s Keeper. What: Strikes for Hope, bowling fundraising event. Who: My Brother’s Keeper Where: Hosted at …
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“On Monday, February 12, 2024, the Massachusetts Environmental Police (MEP) Patrol Boat Thomas Paine was underway in Cape Cod Bay when they located this pod of critically endangered North Atlantic Right Whales (NARW). This patrol was part of the Massachusetts Environmental Police’s conservation efforts to protect the critically endangered North …
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“STORM UPDATE: Parking Ban, Trash Delay, City Offices Closed • There will be a parking ban starting at 12 a.m. Tuesday. Visit the below link for a list of streets and areas that have single- and double-sided parking bans, as well as a list of public lots that are available …
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“In anticipation of the upcoming winter storm projections for tomorrow, all New Bedford Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. No afterschool activities. No NBHS Evening Extension Registration. Essential staff, such as custodians and facilities personnel, are required to report as scheduled. No school …
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