We cherish the traditions at The Z, from the annual The New Bedford Folk Festival to the summer Broadway musicals by New Bedford Festival Theatre. But unfortunately, the next several of months will mean a change in some long-held traditions. We are committed to keeping our city and each other …
Read More »Acushnet Fire Chief updates town on resident transported to the hospital for Covid-19 related medical issues
“VERY IMPORTANT UPDATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2020 I am very pleased to let Acushnet know that the resident we transported to the hospital last week for Covid-19 related medical issues has been released and is home resting comfortably! “I visited with them today (from a distance) and expressed the happiness …
Read More »New Bedford’s 2020 Memorial Day parade cancelled, virtual memorials planned
New Bedford’s 2020 Memorial Day parade, scheduled for Monday, May 25, has been cancelled due to social distancing measures in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The parade is New Bedford’s annual tribute to those lost in service to their country, and the City will hold virtual services to …
Read More »National Weather Service issues wind and frost advisories for greater New Bedford
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE: FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT TUESDAY. WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO 3 AM EDT WEDNESDAY. * WHAT…For the Frost Advisory, temperatures in the low to mid-30s will result in frost formation. For the Wind Advisory, west …
Read More »North Attleboro Repeat Domestic Violence Offender Found Dangerous
A 36-year-old North Attleboro man who was arrested on domestic violence-related charges last week while already out on bail on a previous domestic assault case, was found dangerous and ordered held without bail for 120 days on Friday through the Attleboro District Court, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn …
Read More »Wareham Police charge one with Fentanyl trafficking
On Sunday evening, April 19, Wareham and Sandwich Police detectives, along with agents of the Drug Enforcement Administration executed two search warrants in Wareham, after a combined investigation. Placed under arrest was Karissa A. Thompson (29), of 150 Swifts Beach Road apartment 14, charged with trafficking in Fentanyl and possession …
Read More »Dartmouth Police Department seeks public’s help in identifying female who allegedly tried to pass a fraudulent prescription
“Calling all cAHs…Calling all cAHs DPD is looking for some help identifying this female, who recently attempted to pass a fraudulent prescription at a local pharmacy. Based on the grimace she was making when the image was captured, we believe that the script was for medication associated with constipation. However, …
Read More »Massachusetts A.G. Maura Healey releases COVID-19 resources for knowing and protecting your rights
“We hope this message finds you well. We are writing with an URGENT ask to assist your communities during these difficult times. Our office has prepared two important informational posters regarding access to health care and other rights for community members during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we’d like to ask …
Read More »Dartmouth Police seek public’s help in identifying man connected with alleged house break-in
“Calling all cAHs…Calling all cAHs At approximately 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15th, this currently unidentified male decided to break into a house in Dartmouth, without first scanning the area for security cameras. As you all know, we love doing community outreach here at DPD. In light of this, the …
Read More »Fall River’s Forever Paws seeks public’s help for “Bear” who is in dire need of medical attention
“Bear is in desperate need of your help! This unbelievably sweet boy was surrendered to us, and he is in dire need of medical treatment. He has two masses on his eyes, and with each day that goes by, he risks permanent damage to his corneas. Bear is an easy-going, …
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