“Last evening Chief 1, Engine 1, and Engine 4 responded to Route 195 West for a motor vehicle fire. The sole occupant was able to exit the vehicle safely, but the vehicle is a total loss. Thank you to the Mattapoisett Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police for assisting …
Read More »Homes in New Bedford are too expensive and first time home buyers can’t afford it
According to data provided by Redfin Real Estate, single family home sales were down over 50% in New Bedford this past December, and that statistic is not an anomaly. One would have to believe that record high inflation and high interest rates played a major role in this scenario. When …
Read More »Dennis LaRock, MD named Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Officer of Southcoast Health
“FALL RIVER, NEW BEDFORD and WAREHAM, Mass. – Southcoast Health physician, Dennis LaRock, MD, has accepted the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Officer effective March 1, 2024. “I am pleased to announce we have selected Dennis LaRock, MD, from an incredibly talented group of candidates to serve …
Read More »Lakeville Fire Department responds to five car accidents in one day
“The latest vehicle accident occurred yesterday morning on Bedford Street (8:28 am) in front of Lakeside Landing. The accident involved 4 vehicles. This accident was the 5th crash in just over 24 hours. Thankfully, there have been no serious injuries. Please use caution while traveling!”-Lakeville, MA Fire Department. Lakeville, MA …
Read More »Massachusetts police recruits graduate from 75th ROC Police Academy, including New Bedford
“Congratulations to our recruits who graduated from the 75th Class of the MPTC Plymouth Police Academy! They will be sworn into the New Bedford Police Department on Friday ??♀️?.”-City of New Bedford Police Department. “PLYMOUTH – Yesterday, the Municipal Police Training Committee Executive Director Robert Ferullo and Plymouth Academy Director …
Read More »Dartmouth Fire Department responds to car versus transformer accident
“Yesterday Engine1 of the Dartmouth Fire Departments responded to the McDonald’s on Dartmouth St for an auto versus transformer accident. There were significant delays involved with the extrication due to live voltage. Eversource worked to isolate the power and allow emergency personnel to work.”-Dartmouth Fire District 1. Dartmouth Fire District …
Read More »Former New Bedford Man pleads guilty to wire fraud, money laundering from “Romance Scam”
“Defendant previously extradited from the United Kingdom to face charges. BOSTON – A former New Bedford man pleaded guilty today to wire fraud and money laundering charges involving funds obtained from “romance scam” victims. Chukwunonso “Douglas” Umegbo, a/k/a James Abbott, a/k/a Michael Philips, a/k/a Richard Armani, 38, pleaded guilty to …
Read More »Body of missing UMass Dartmouth student recovered in Acushnet River
The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office has confirmed that the body of Flordan ‘Flo’ Bazile has been discovered in the Acushnet River. There was a large police presence on Howland Road on Tuesday afternoon with search teams utlizing drones, boats, and divers to help locate Mr. Bazile. The District Attorney’s …
Read More »New Bedford’s Mayor Mitchell proposes stiffer penalties for irresponsible landlords
Seeks Acceleration of Fine Schedule for Repeat Offenders; Chance to Reset After 1 Year. NEW BEDFORD – “Mayor Jon Mitchell has submitted a proposal to the City Council which would accelerate the fine schedule for irresponsible absentee landlords and give them an opportunity to start fresh after 12 months of …
Read More »City flags at half-staff in honor of former Mayor John A. Markey who passes away at 89-years-old
“Former Mayor John A. Markey passed away Sunday at 89. Mayor Jon Mitchell has ordered flags at City facilities be flown at half-staff in his honor. Mayor Mitchell’s statement on Mayor Markey’s passing: “I was saddened to learn of the passing of former Mayor John A. Markey, whose legacy is …
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