“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 …
Read More »Mom ‘Sylvie” gives birth to kittens! First successful Canada lynx birth in New Bedford’s BPZOO history
“New Bedford, Massachusetts: The Buttonwood Park Zoo is proud to announce the birth of two Canada Lynx kittens, one male, one female, on May 4th, 2024. This is the first successful litter for eleven-year-old female Canada lynx, Sylvie and thirteen-year-old male, Hutch. Born covered in fur, but with closed ears …
Read More »Mayor Mitchell announces New Bedford’s July 4th Fireworks Show!
“NEW BEDFORD – Mayor Jon Mitchell announced today that the City of New Bedford’s Independence Day fireworks display will take place at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. Sponsored by Claremont Companies and Taunton Federal Credit Union, the fireworks will be staged from a barge located off the State Pier …
Read More »OPINION: “New Bedford mayor doesn’t want homeless encampents, but forcing sober homes to close!”
The following is an opinion sent to New Bedford Guide. It does not reflect the opinion of New Bedford Guide, nor is it an OP-ED. In fairness and objectivity, we share opinions from our readers whether we agree or disagree with their opinion. Do you have a counter opinion to …
Read More »Worcester man allegedly tries to stab mall worker, steal fragrances, jumps into pond to evade police
“On Friday June 21, 2024, at approximately 6:00PM Auburn Police Dispatch received a call from a frantic male party reporting that another male attempted to stab him with a knife at the Auburn Mall. The victim who was identified as an employee at the Auburn Mall, informed Auburn Police Dispatchers …
Read More »PACE Can Help Greater New Bedford Residents Struggling With Rent And Housing Issues
Struggling to pay rent or mortgage due to financial hardships? The PACE Housing Opportunity Center is here to help. 🤝 Their dedicated team provides one-on-one guidance to match programs to individual needs. The PACE team is committed to helping families and individuals keep their homes and maintain stability during challenging …
Read More »Mayor Mitchell, New Bedford CEDC break ground on former Capitol Theater
Project Will Act As Anchor to Acushnet Avenue Neighborhood Revitalization. “NEW BEDFORD – When it opened more than 100 years ago as the first New Bedford theater built specifically for screening movies, the Capitol Theater was a cornerstone for social life and culture on Acushnet Avenue. The theater shuttered around …
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