“Yesterday morning, at approximately 0231 hours, an Officer on patrol in the area of Ocean Ave and Dawson Ave observed a Nissan SUV parked on the beach. As the Officer approached he heard significant screaming taking place from the water. As he continued towards this commotion it was apparent an …
Read More »Guatemalan man living in Massachusetts deported for 2023 domestic assaults, sentenced for reentry
“BOSTON – A Lawrence man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for illegally reentering the United States after being deported. Brayan Zepeda, 33, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Julia E. Kobick to eight months in prison, to be followed by one year of supervised release. Zepeda will …
Read More »New Bedford man shot overnight, transported to St. Luke’s Hospital
“Last night at around midnight, New Bedford Police Department patrol units responded to an adult male gunshot victim outside of 110 County St. The male was transported to the hospital where he is in stable condition. Detectives are furthering the investigation.”-City of New Bedford Police Department.
Read More »26-year-old New Bedford man charged with unlawful possession of a gun and drugs
“***DETECTIVES SEIZE A FIREARM AND NARCOTICS FROM NORTH-END MAN*** NEW BEDFORD – Narcotics detectives have placed a male under arrest for unlawful possession of a gun and drugs. In the late afternoon hours of June 18th, Detective Nathaniel Almeida concluded his investigation into a cocaine distribution operation being conducted out …
Read More »Dept. of Public Infrastructure’s Felix Fernandez wins New Bedford Way Award
“Congratulations to New Bedford Way Award WinnerFelix Fernandez! Fernandez has been with the City for more than 30 years, starting his career as a laborer of cemeteries and working his way to his current position as a Street & Sewer Construction Foreperson. He’s been on duty for every rain or …
Read More »New Bedford Police investigating shots fired overnight
“***POLICE INVESTIGATING SHOTS FIRED*** On Thursday night at approximately 11:30 PM, patrol units responded to the area of Dewolf St./Mt. Vernon St. in response to shots fired. There were no injuries; however, damage was discovered to a residence. Detectives responded to the scene and are actively investigating. If you have …
Read More »Massachusetts officials seize leopard skins, skulls of orangutan, jaguar, tiger, narwhals; one charged
U.S. also filed action to forfeit more than 100 wildlife parts including orangutan skulls, tiger skulls, jaguar skin and other parts from endangered, threatened, or protected species. BOSTON – A Reading, Mass. man has been charged with allegedly trafficking in wildlife parts from endangered and protected species. Adam Bied, 39, …
Read More »Driver trapped in truck after he plows into garage in Rochester
“At approximately 6:15pm yesterday evening the ROCCC 911 Communications Center received several calls for a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Cushman Rd and New Bedford Rd and the vehicle had crashed into a garage. Initial reports were that the operator of the vehicle was trapped inside the vehicle. …
Read More »SILVER ALERT: Family, police seek public’s help finding missing 69-year-old Plymouth man
“WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Unfortunately, we have not found Mr. Riviello yet. Dozens of Officers are still searching. We would ask that all residents give their property a thorough check, searching anywhere that a person could be. Mr. Riviello left the BID Plymouth at approximately 11:15 AM yesterday, heading towards …
Read More »Dept. of Parks, Recreation & Beaches’s Valovia Costa wins New Bedford Way Award
“Congratulations to New Bedford Way Award Winner Valovia Costa, Department of Parks, Recreation & Beaches! As an Assistant Project Manager, Costa has successfully managed several construction projects in the parks, including the stormwater garden at Brooklawn Park. He’s a regular at neighborhood meetings and frequently joins community groups who sponsor …
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