Press Release

“New Bedford, MA – January 8, 2024 – The Global Learning Charter Public School (GLCPS), a tuition-free public charter school that currently services 500 students in grades 5-12, today announces that Stephen J. Furtado, Jr. has been named the school’s newest executive director, effective July 1, 2024. Furtado, Jr. replaces …

“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 …

“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 …

“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 …

“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 …

“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 …

“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 …

“Adam Gauthier, the 41-year-old New York City resident arrested on charges related to a late Christmas night motor vehicle triple-fatality on the Somerset side of the Veteran’s Memorial Bridge, is expected to be arraigned Tuesday in Fall River District Court on the two newest charges filed in connection to the …

“❗️❗️❗️INFORMATION NEEDED❗️❗️❗️ As you may or may not know, we are currently investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on Gulf Road (at the intersection of Smith Neck Road) on Friday, January 5, 2023 at approximately 10:30 p.m. As part of this investigation, we are asking that anyone who …

“Westport Fire and Police responded to a two car crash on Route 6 earlier this morning. There were no serious injuries, however five patients were transported to an area hospital for evaluation. Westport Engine 4, Rescues 1, 2, 3 and Car 2 responded. Mutual aid EMS was received from Fall …