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Public’s approval of Q1 sends clear message for government transparency

Question 1, the newly passed government transparency ballot measure, will make most records held by the Legislature and governor public records — unless the Legislature acts soon to roll it back. The ballot measure, which passed with 86% of the vote statewide and 81.6% in New Bedford, will become...

Massachusetts · 2d

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Rochester meets Wally, Boston Red Sox mascot

Wally poses with Starr, Plymouth County Sheriff Department's therapy dog, Starr's sibling and Harlow, Abington Police Department's therapy dog. Photos by Tanvi Kulkarni. Wally with Rylie and Chase Dion, of Rochester. From left: Kathy and Mike Schea and Pauline and Rick Munroe. The event had three therapy dogs. Paige, of...

Rochester, MA · 2d
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Bally’s official tells lawmakers Tiverton hotel will stay closed; state rep pushes for property to be reopened or repurposed

Bally’s Corp. has no plans to reopen the hotel next to its Tiverton casino, which has sat empty since 2020, company officials told state lawmakers this week. During a meeting of the Permanent Joint Committee on State Lottery, Rep. Jay Edwards asked Craig Sculos, Bally’s senior vice president of Rhode Island regulatory relations, about the status of the structure adjacent to the casino. Sculos said the company’s property team continues to view reopening the hotel as not viable for the business.

Tiverton, RI · 3d
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Movie theater flooded in North Dartmouth

Dartmouth, MA · 1d

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The Coziest Diner In Massachusetts Serves A Legendary Breakfast That Will Absolutely Rock Your World

Nobody warns you about Old Town Cafe in Abington, Massachusetts, and that’s a problem, because the first time you sit down with a plate of their eggs and home fries, you’re going to feel genuinely betrayed by everyone who knew about this place and didn’t say anything sooner.

Massachusetts · 5d

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Street flooding reported around Southern New England

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — Hours of heavy rain Friday led to reports of street flooding across Southern New England. Cars navigated deep water on Oaklawn Avenue in Cranston, a common spot for street flooding. Street flooding was also reported in Somerset. New Bedford police said "significant flooding" was...

New Bedford, MA · 2d

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Legal Notice Fairhaven Housing Authority

The Fairhaven Housing Authority is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the development of approximately 50 units of affordable senior rental housing at a range of incomes on surplus land it owns adjacent to an existing public housing site, Oxford Terrace. The most advantageous proposal, from a responsive and responsible proposer, considering all evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP, will be selected.

Fairhaven, MA · 4d

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Norwood DPW ready, prepared to tackle flooded prone neighborhoods

Local communities like Norwood are getting ready for the possibility of flooding. Back in 2020, flooding forced Norwood Hospital to evacuate.

Norwood, MA · 2d

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SouthCoast honoring those who served at these 2026 Veterans Day events

Veterans Day is just around the corner, and communities across the SouthCoast are coming together to thank the neighbors, friends and family members who have served in the Armed Forces. A veteran is defined as “a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable.” U.S. veterans make up less than 6.1% of the total adult population, with about 15.8 million veterans living in the U.S. Originally called Armistice Day , Veterans Day became a legal holiday on May 13, 1938, to be observed each year on Nov. 11. The holiday traces its roots to World War I, the “war to end all wars,” which ended with an armistice signed in Europe on Nov. 11, 1918. Today, it’s a chance to say thank you to the members of our community who have served, and to those who are serving now. Looking for a way to show your gratitude? Here’s a list of events across the SouthCoast where you can mark Veterans Day and celebrate the veterans in your hometown. Acushnet Veterans Day Parade: Nov. 8, 10 a.m. Come cheer on Acushnet’s veterans at the town’s Veterans

Acushnet, MA · 3d

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YOUR VIEW: Parking plan ‘deserves more scrutiny’

Apparently, Plymouth has a parking problem. The proposed solution is to pave more of the town. According to the Plymouth Independent, the town is considering a $1.2 million to $1.5 million project to expand parking behind Nathaniel Morton Elementary School from 60 spaces to 150. The project would add nearly 10,000 square feet of pavement and provide free public parking outside school hours. Officials describe it as a “win-win.”

Plymouth, MA · 3d

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Wrestler Who Plays Corrupt Politician Elected Mayor of Providence

David Morales, who works as The Commissioner in Renegade Wrestling Alliance, won Providence’s mayoral race Tuesday in a landslide with about 81% of the vote.

Providence, RI · 4d

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New Bedford soldier killed in WWII identified

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — A New Bedford soldier who went missing during World War II has been identified and will be buried in Massachusetts on the 82nd anniversary of his disappearance. U.S. Army Pfc. William A. Gervais Jr., 28, was accounted for June 18, according to the Defense...

New Bedford, MA · 4d

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Cranston residents voice frustrations over Garden City dirt piles

(WJAR) — Cranston residents are making their frustrations known over the large piles of dirt sitting in and around Garden City Center. The City Council heard from residents and WS Development, the company overseeing construction at the shopping center, during a meeting on Wednesday night. Neighbors weren't holding back,...

Cranston, RI · 3d

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Hewins pleasantly surprised with election results, Gaskey keeping ‘options open’

Sarah Hewins, center, called her district "tough" to win in. File photo. A screenshot of John Gaskey's premature victory announcement on Facebook, which he posted shortly before 11 p.m. on Nov. 3 and later deleted.

Wareham, MA · 4d

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Acushnet community has Trick or Treat 'redo' for 4 -year-old who missed it

ACUSHNET, Mass. (WJAR) — The Acushnet community recently had a Halloween "redo" to show support for a local 4-year-old who missed trick or treating. Rebekah Clancy said last week, her daughter Ava went into the hospital for surgery and wasn't discharged at the time they had hoped for. “She...

Acushnet, MA · 3d

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Forget Boston — Retire To This Coastal Gem On The Rhode Island Border With Scenic State Parks And Vibrant Cities

Bustling, busy, and expensive: These three words can succinctly describe the experience of many who live in Boston. America's "Cradle of Liberty" may be full of historic charm, great museums, world-class art, and great healthcare, but it's also become priced out for many, with a cost of living that's 49% higher than the national average, according to Payscale. So what's a retiree who wants to live in a coastal Massachusetts county to do? Why, move to Bristol County, Massachusetts, of course! Cities here, like New Bedford, have a lower cost of living than Boston, according to Salary.com, and are perfectly positioned near Rhode Island for great day trips to places like The Breakers. In Bristol County, you've got the best of city life with the perks of being near some great natural beauty, including dense forests and expansive beaches.

Bristol County, MA · 4d

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Knee-deep flooding hits parts of Mass. as torrential rain swamps roads, businesses

Falmouth, MA · 1d

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South Coast looks for candidates who are doing good work

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... I remember running into state Rep.-elect Jesse St. Gelais a few years ago when I was writing a Thanksgiving column. I had decided to see how my beloved Missionaries of Charity were doing with the annual turkey meals they prepare for many of the city’s elderly and disabled people.

Westport, MA · 4d

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New Bedford's Ashley-Swift School Merger Clears Key State Design Hurdle

Charles S. Ashley Elementary School — Approximate Site of Proposed Merger School. New Bedford's long-discussed plan to replace two of its oldest elementary schools took a step forward on Oct. 28, with state officials moving the combined Ashley-Swift school project into the schematic design phase. The announcement came Oct. 28, putting the proposal among a small group of projects statewide cleared to advance.

New Bedford, MA · 5d

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Eyewitness News Unscripted: Chapperones required for teens at mall in Rhode Island

Rhode Island · 2d