“PARKING BAN STARTS AT MIDNIGHT: We’ll have updates later today as we prepare for tomorrow’s storm, but we wanted to give everyone a heads up that there will be a parking ban in effect starting at midnight tonight. While the snow emergency parking ban is in effect, parking is permitted …
Read More »Massachusetts man charged with crimes in connection with unlicensed falconry operation
“In late 2023 a complaint was received form NH Fish and Game reference an unlicensed Falconry operation located in Pepperell MA. MEP worked with MassWildlife, NH F&G, and USF&W and it was determined that a Massachusetts resident had been falsely claiming NH residency in order to circumvent the Falconry rules …
Read More »New Bedford’s ‘Your Theatre’ announces local cast for Pulitzer-winning, ‘Crimes Of The Heart”
Your Theatre Inc. Announces Cast for CRIMES OF THE HEART at the Steeple Playhouse Opening March 1, 2024. Your Theatre, Inc. director Brienne Riccio of New Bedford has cast six area actors in Beth Henley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning CRIMES OF THE HEART. This is the third major production for Your Theatre’s …
Read More »Fungal infection Candida auris that causes severe illness spreads into Massachusetts
“Candida auris (C. auris) is a type of yeast that can cause severe illness and spreads easily among patients in healthcare facilities. It is often resistant to antifungal treatments, which means that the medications that are designed to kill the fungus and stop infections do not work. Symptoms C. auris …
Read More »Fall River woman charged with receiving stolen vehicle after car chase
“DARTMOUTH, MA – On Friday, February 9, 2024, at approximately 2:38 a.m., Dartmouth Police Officer Caden KEHOE attempted to stop a 2007 Toyota Corolla on Old Westport Road after learning that it had been reported stolen. After the vehicle began to accelerate in an obvious attempt to elude police, Dartmouth …
Read More »Fairhaven Firefighters battle blaze at concrete block garage
“Incident: Detached Garage Fire 40 Christian St. Incident # 24-0453 February 11, 2024, at 3:51 AM On the above date and time, this department responded to a reported garage fire at 40 Christian St. Engine 2, Engine 4, Ladder 1, and the Chief & Deputy Chief responded. Upon arrival, firefighters …
Read More »Westport Police Department crowns winner at first annual Portuguese Soup Competition
“The Westport Police Department just recently had their first annual Portuguese Soup Competition. In a competitive field of six amazing submissions, the first place trophy went to FTO Fernando Goncalves. Coming in second place was Detective Michelle Donovan. We’d like to thank our judges Portas Da Cidade Restaruant, Westport Federal …
Read More »Mexican/Guatemalan convicted of child rape, 171 illegals with pending charges netted by Boston ERO
“BOSTON — Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston arrested a previously removed foreign national on January 25 who had been locally convicted of child rape and prostitution charges. ERO Boston made the apprehension as part of a recent national immigration enforcement effort where U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ERO officers apprehended …
Read More »Southcoast Health’s Dr. Skeehan performs 500 procedures with Mako robotic arm assisted surgery technology
“FALL RIVER, Mass. – This month, Southcoast Health orthopedic surgeon Christopher Skeehan, MD reached an impressive milestone performing his 500th robotic-assisted procedure with Mako technology. The Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery is an innovative solution for orthopedic surgeons at Southcoast Health’s Charlton Memorial Hospital to help individuals suffering from painful arthritis …
Read More »Plymouth fugitive arrested by Dartmouth Police for multiple warrants
“DARTMOUTH, MA – On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Dartmouth Police Officer Alex TISDELLE observed a vehicle at the Best Western Motel matching the description of one associated with wanted fugitive, Royleton HASTON, Jr., 22, of Plymouth, Massachusetts. HASTON, who has been the subject of several police …
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