“Members of Massachusetts State Police Troop A today joined their law enforcement partners from to promote an impaired driving enforcement effort beginning on Thanksgiving Eve. The MSP was represented by Major James Bazzinotti and Captain Kathryn Downey, Commanding Officer and Executive Officer, respectively, of Troop A. They were joined at …
Read More »Coach pleads guilty in Boston cyberstalking, scheme to obtain explicit photosof women across the U.S.
“A former college track and field coach pleaded guilty today in federal court in Boston in connection with a scheme to trick women across the country into sending him nude or semi-nude photos using more than a dozen sham social media and email accounts. The defendant cyberstalked one female student-athlete …
Read More »Repeat New Bedford illegal gun offender earns himself a prison stint
“A repeat illegal gun offender from New Bedford was sentenced recently to serve three to five years in state prison after being caught with a loaded firearms for the second time in the past few years, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. Rashawn Gray pled guilty in …
Read More »City of New Bedford Health Department makes available seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines
“The New Bedford Health Department is making influenza (flu) and COVID-19 vaccines available ahead of the holiday season. Everyone 6 months and older is eligible for an updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine and a seasonal flu vaccine. Contact the Health Department at 508-991-6199 to make an appointment or for more information. …
Read More »Fairhaven Fire Department holds swearing in ceremony for new firefighters, retirement of Lieutenant
“Our brothers and sisters gathered at town hall for the swearing in of 5 new Career Firefighters, 1 Call-Firefighter, and to acknowledge the retirement of a Call-Firefighter Lieutenant. Congratulations to our new brothers! We know you’ll serve the community and continue our traditions with pride. FF Ian Thatcher FF Kyle …
Read More »New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park Zoo is thrilled to introduce two new female harbor seals!
“The Buttonwood Park Zoo is thrilled to introduce two new female harbor seals to the New Bedford community – Luna, age two, and Conway, age one. These new residents arrived in early November from the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn, NY, and have already bonded with long-time zoo resident, Blue. …
Read More »Lakeville crash in front of Sts. Martha & Mary Church sends two to hospital
“The crash occurred at approximately 9:12 am Sunday morning in front of Sts. Martha & Mary Church on Bedford Street. Two vehicles collided, sustaining heavy damage. Ambulance 3 transported an adult female to St Lukes Hospital with injuries that did not appear to be life threatening. Ambulance 2, with recalled …
Read More »New Bedford EMS announces passing of Paul Hutchinson, 30 years devoted to serving residents
“Paul Hutchinson dedicated his life to his family and citizens of the city of New Bedford. As a founding member of New Bedford EMS Hutch devoted over 30 years to serving as an EMT and EMT Intermediate. He rose to a leadership position in the department before retiring. He then …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police, NBPD bring “Thanksgiving Fixings” to New Bedford families in need
“THANKSGIVING FIXINS! On Tuesday, Nov. 14, Troopers from our Troop D Community Action Team, along with members of the New Bedford Police Department, made their way to Hope Evangelical Community Church in Dartmouth to prepare 30 boxes of food for Thanksgiving. Each box contained all the sides common to a …
Read More »Rochester Firefighters respond to serious 4-car motor vehicle crash at Braley Hill Road intersection
“At approximately 1pm yesterday afternoon the Rochester Fire Department received a call for a 4 car motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Braley Hill Rd and North Avenue. Engines 192, 193 and Tanker 198 responded along with Rescue 207. Rescue 208 was backfilled with call back staff and also …
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