“Notice 06/28/24: A black bear sighting has been reported at Destruction Brook Woods – DNRT. KEEP YOUR DOGS ON LEASH and be aware of your surroundings. Black bear attacks are very uncommon and they rarely become aggressive when encountered. If you do encounter a bear, talk loudly in a calm …
Read More »South Coast’s BayCoast Bank announces promotions of three exceptional team members
“SWANSEA, SOMERSET, BERKLEY, FALL RIVER, MA – BayCoast Bank (baycoast.bank), a long-time community savings bank serving the people and businesses on the South Coast of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, is pleased to announce three key promotions. BayCoast Bank photo. Sally Almeida, a resident of Somerset, Massachusetts, has been elevated to …
Read More »Biden Debate Performance Rattles Massachusetts Democrats
By Sam Drysdale State House News Service Sen. Jason Lewis of Winchester called for President Joe Biden to step down as the Democrats’ nominee for president in the race against former President Donald Trump this fall, following a nationally televised debate between the candidates Thursday night. “President Biden has contributed …
Read More »City of New Bedford installs network of air quality sensors across city
“Exciting news for New Bedford! We’ve installed a new network of air quality sensors across the city to provide real-time, neighborhood-level data. This initiative will help ensure cleaner air and support our transition to sustainable energy. See full details here“-City of New Bedford.
Read More »New Bedford Fire Department’s Anthony Poente recognized for service to community
“Congratulations to New Bedford Way Award Winner Anthony Poente, Fire Department! It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t seen Poente around New Bedford the past couple of years. He’s heavily involved in neighborhood and civic groups and is always conducting fire safety trainings, senior cooking safety programs, car seat installation …
Read More »Southcoast Health announces New Bedford’s St. Luke’s Hospital earns baby-friendly redesignation
“NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Southcoast Health officials are proud to announce that St. Luke’s Hospital has once again received the prestigious Baby-Friendly designation by Baby-Friendly USA, the accrediting body and national authority for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) in the United States. This distinguished honor is granted after a thorough …
Read More »Massachusetts officials confirm tornado touches down in North Attleboro
“MEMA East Regional Manager Allen Phillips joined Town of North Attleboro officials and the National Weather Service survey team this morning as they assessed damage from last night’s storm. US National Weather Service Boston MA has confirmed a tornado occurred in North Attleborough last night. Further details regarding path length …
Read More »New Bedford gang member sentenced 8-11 years for shooting 7 bullets into Ash Street Jail neighborhood
A 26-year-old New Bedford gang member with a history of gun related offenses was convicted by a jury of his peers this week of brazenly firing at least seven shots at a vehicle driving along Court Street in May of 2022, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. …
Read More »Massachusetts Public Health Awards $8.3 Million for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Network
The Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that $8.3 million in state and federal grant funding will be awarded to five community organizations to support the continuation of services for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Network. The funds will provide infrastructure, operational capacity, and staffing to these organizations …
Read More »New Bedford’s Pina-Christian recognized for advocating underserved, underrepresented residents
“Congratulations to New Bedford Way Award Winner Marcelina Pina-Christian, Department of Community Services! As a Project Director, Marci is a dedicated advocate for underserved and underrepresented residents, especially through the Face-to-Face Meditation Program and Neighborhood Outreach Unit. She’s a staple at neighborhood meetings and events across the City, listening to …
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