“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.
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“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 …
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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 …
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“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 …
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“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 …
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“Last evening, south end fire companies responded to two structure fires. The first structure fire occurred at 7:12pm at 22 County Street. Fire crews quickly extinguished a fire involving a couch. There were no reported injuries and the fire caused is under investigation by the NBFD Fire Investigation Unit. The …
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By Sam Drysdale State House News Service Federal immigration officials on Friday extended a legal status for Haitian immigrants — who make up the majority of the population of new arrivals into Massachusetts — for an additional 18 months. Temporary Protected Status is an immigration classification granted by the Department …
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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 …
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“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 …
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“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 …
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