Announcements

“The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of July 8, 2024 – July 12, 2024, and they are as follows: Eversource crews will be on these streets to work on Main Relay & Services: • Main relay on Braley Rd. from Acushnet Ave. to Rt.140 …

“Reminder everyone: City Hall and City offices are closed on Thursday for the holiday. There is also a one-delay in trash routes that get picked up on Thursdays and Fridays.”-City of New Bedford. City of New Bedford photo.

“The “Filthy Five”: In the first half of 2024, the following owners of residential properties in New Bedford have received the most fines for trash and cleanliness violations: • Ronald Oliveira of Acushnet, who has received 32 violations at 15 different properties under eight different legal entities. • Jeff Sacks …

For weeks the New Bedford Guide inboxes have been getting peppered by people who are excited about the idea of the city having its very own “Ollie’s Bargain Outlet” which describes itself as “America’s largest retailer of closeout merchandise & excess inventory!” For those of us who are a bit …

“STOW — Every year in Massachusetts, illegal fireworks cause fires, explosions, property damage, and serious injuries. As we enter the weeks around July 4th, when more than 60% of these incidents occur, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents and visitors to leave fireworks to the professionals. “Fireworks …

“Mayor Jon Mitchell issued the following statement on the New England Fishery Management Council’s decision to halt work on the Northern Edge: “I am disappointed by the New England Fishery Management Council’s decision last week after scant public notice to reverse itself and halt further discussion of the opening of …

“Mayor Jon Mitchell offered this reflection on the passing of former Bristol County District Attorney Paul Walsh: “I was saddened to learn tonight of the passing of Paul Walsh, the longest serving Bristol County District Attorney. A native of New Bedford and a former basketball star at Holy Family High …

Residents urged to use bug spray when outdoors. “BOSTON (July 2, 2024) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time this year. The presence of WNV was confirmed today by the Massachusetts …

“We are excited to announce that we have some interesting little friends traveling to our Methuen Adoption Center this week! 51 Sugar Gliders were rescued in Puerto Rico this spring and are on their way to Massachusetts to find new homes. The Sugar Gliders have been cared for by the …

“Looking for a spot to grill? Well look no more, Hazelwood Park, Fort Taber Park and Rivers End Park have you covered! You can bring your grill to the designated cement pads and spend some time in New Bedford’s big backyard. Please look at the map and rules posted in …