“BOSTON – The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is pleased to announce its first-ever involvement in the Autism Transit Project, an initiative that empowers children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to create public service announcements for transit systems across the country. In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month during April, starting …
Read More »Brockton Fire, Police, and EMS respond to wild, motor vehicle crash
“Earlier this morning Brockton Firefighters, Brewster Ambulance Service and Brockton Police Department responded to Montello Street in the area of Snell Place for this motor vehicle crash. This is a developing story that will be updated as more information comes in.”-Brockton Fire Department. Brockton Fire Department photo. Brockton Fire Department …
Read More »Massachusetts State Police welcome two new members to the family: “Nolan” and “Nasa”
“We are thrilled to welcome two new members to the Massachusetts State Police family. Last week, members of our Mounted Unit drove to Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky, to pick up two new horses, Nolan and NASA. (NASA has the white star on his forehead.) The four-year-old Percheron/Thoroughbred crossbreeds had …
Read More »Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day for New Bedford, Dartmouth, Freetown residents
“New Bedford, MA – Around Earth Day, and every day, it is important to properly handle hazardous products. If you cannot use these products for their intended purpose, or give them to someone who can, take them to Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day on Saturday, May 4, 2024. It is …
Read More »New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of April 22, 2024 – April 26, 2024
“The City of New Bedford has roadwork sites for the upcoming week of April 22, 2024 – April 26, 2024, and they are as follows: Eversource will be working on gas main relays and services on: • Main relay on Acushnet Ave from Phillips Rd to Bowles St • Main …
Read More »The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office Is Now Recruiting And Offering A $5000 Signing Bonus
The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring for their September 2024 Correction Officer Academy! What does a career with the BCSO look like? Well, Correction Officers keep the jail safe for staff, visitors, and inmates. They preserve order, enforce facility rules along with all local, state and federal laws. …
Read More »Southcoast Health recognizes “Donate Life Month” with annual New Bedford flag-raising ceremony
“NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Community members, providers, nurses and staff gathered at St. Luke’s Hospital this morning for New England Donor Services and Southcoast Health’s annual flag-raising ceremony in recognition of Donate Life Month. Celebrated every April since 2003, Donate Life Month is a time to recognize the recipients of …
Read More »Massachusetts Div. of Fisheries & Wildlife “Fisher Cats are misunderstood creatures!”
“Fishers, sometimes called “fisher cats” are one of our most misunderstood creatures. Because they are rarely seen, many people don’t know much about them, which has led to some misconceptions about their behavior. Can you separate facts from fiction? Learn why they are called fishers, why they are important to …
Read More »[VIDEO] Fall River teen takes Massachusetts State Troopers on high speed chase involving helicopter
Shortly before 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Massachusetts State Troopers attempted to stop a stolen vehicle related to an earlier Be On the Lookout (BOLO) notification. The vehicle fled the initial stop but was quickly observed merging on to Route 79 northbound. Troopers followed the vehicle for a short time, but …
Read More »Catalytic converter theft crew responsible for $2 million in losses in Massachusetts, Rhode Island
Theft crew responsible for an estimated $2 million in losses across Massachusetts and New Hampshire during 2022 and 2023. “BOSTON – The leader of a regional organized theft crew who orchestrated the thefts of catalytic converters from nearly 500 vehicles across the region, multiple jewelry store robberies and the stealing …
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