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The Herald News

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Swansea car dealer sent to prison over 'despicable' fraud | Exclusive

FALL RIVER – “It really is despicable.” Judge Raffi Yessayan on Nov. 6 spoke after Bristol County prosecutors, for 45 straight minutes, described a string of scams against local car-buyers worth hundreds of thousands of dollars — crimes lodged against Edward Cicciu, the former owner and operator of a used car dealership in Swansea. Cicciu, 48, pleaded guilty to 43 counts of larceny of more than $1,200 by false pretenses; 38 counts of failure to deliver titles upon motor vehicle transfer; 37 counts of forgery or misuse of motor vehicle documents; five counts of larceny of a motor vehicle; and two counts of larceny by check over $1,200. The 125 counts against Cicciu represent 47 victims, most of them customers of the former Bristol County Auto Exchange at 2388 GAR Highway in Swansea. Arraignment: Swansea used car dealer faces fraud charges of over $250K — 23 people say he scammed them Cicciu admitted to a complex series of scams from 2022 to 2024, with the bulk of the crimes occurring between May and September 2024; he was arrested and arraigned in October 2024. Cicciu was accused of swindling people out of cars, selling cars he didn’t actually own, selling the

Swansea, MA · 2d

WPRI 12 News

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3 arrested in connection with cocaine, fentanyl distribution in Bristol

Three people have been arrested after a months-long narcotics investigation in Bristol, according to police.

Bristol, RI · 2d

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“He Does Not Belong on the Street”: New Bedford Career Criminal Sentenced After Punching Woman While Violating Restraining Order

Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced that 45-year-old Michael Silva of New Bedford pleaded guilty on October 27, 2026, in New Bedford District Court to the following charges: Assault and Battery in Violation of a Restraining Order, Domestic Assault and Battery, Larceny from a Building, and Threats to Commit a Crime.

New Bedford, MA · 2d
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Accident between tractor-trailer and two sedans on I-495 sends one to hospital

MIDDLEBORO — An accident involving a tractor-trailer and two sedans on Interstate 495 sent one person to the hospital on the morning of Saturday, Nov. 7. There are no reported fatalities at this time, according to a Massachusetts State Police officer from the Middleboro barracks. The accident occurred near...

Middleborough, MA · 2d
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Taunton Daily Gazette

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Months of Raynham Route 138 construction daytime detours. Where, when

Road work on Route 138 in Raynham will bring a northbound detour and potential traffic delays from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will conduct work between I-495 and Robinson Street from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to a community announcement. The work is scheduled daily from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31 and is expected to be completed by the afternoon of Dec. 31. Route 138 southbound will remain open. Route 138 northbound detour During work hours, drivers traveling north on Route 138 will be directed to: Turn right onto Elm Street East. Turn left onto Ann Street. Turn left onto Robinson Street. Turn right onto Route 138 northbound. Signs and messages will direct motorists through the work area. Drivers should expect delays, reduce their speed and use caution when traveling through the affected area. The construction schedule is weather dependent and may change without notice. How to check traffic conditions Travelers can visit www.mass511.com or download the Mass511 mobile app for live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions and project information. Users also can subscribe to text and email traffic alerts. Motorists can dial 511 and select a route for real-time conditions or follow

Raynham, MA · 1d

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Dartmouth movie theater flooded after heavy rainfall on Friday

DARTMOUTH, Mass. (WJAR) — Friday's heavy rain brought flooding to Bristol County, and it would appear the water also found its way to a crowd of moviegoers. NBC 10's Devin Bates reports from a movie theater in Dartmouth that flooded following heavy rain on Friday night. Video shared on...

Dartmouth, MA · 1d

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Freetown Police Flip on Body Cameras — and Say Goodbye to Longtime DA Quinn

FREETOWN — The Freetown Police Department welcomed Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn for the launch of its new body-worn camera program. The department credited Quinn as a strong advocate for body cameras across the county, saying the technology improves transparency, accountability, and public trust. Officials thanked him for his partnership and support as the department begins using the cameras.

Freetown, MA · 1d

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Raynham police and fire combine dispatch centers

RAYNHAM, Mass. (WJAR) — The Raynham Police and Fire Departments have combined their emergency dispatch operations in an effort to improve emergency response coordination. The combined dispatch began operating Sunday, Nov. 1, at 8 a.m. from the Raynham Police Department. The dispatchers now handle police, fire and emergency medical...

Raynham, MA · 17h

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Cancelled: Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 9 PM

…THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR SOUTHWESTERN BARNSTABLE…SOUTH CENTRAL PLYMOUTH AND SOUTHEASTERN BRISTOL COUNTIES IS CANCELLED…. The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled. However gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.

Bristol County, MA · 2d

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Emergency crews respond to upside down vehicle in Bristol

BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR) — Emergency crews responded to an a vehicle crash on Metacom Avenue in Bristol on Sunday that ended with a car flipped onto its roof. When an NBC 10 crew arrived on scene, officials could be seen checking out the vehicle. Heavy traffic could also be...

Bristol, RI · 6h

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Power restored after lightning causes widespread TMLP power outage

Taunton and surrounding communities faced a widespread power outage that impacted approximately 10,000 customers from noon to 2 p.m. today, Friday, Nov. 6, a TMLP spokesperson said. The Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant , in a social media post on Friday, Nov. 6, said the power outage affected Raynham, Taunton, East Taunton, and Lakeville." TMLP attributed the outage to "a lightning strike to a National Grid transmission line." A spokesperson for Taunton Public Schools said that multiple schools were using backup power during the outage and that the phone system was down. Paying off high school debt early Taunton dips into savings to give homeowners property tax relief TMLP service area TMLP provides electricity to Taunton, Berkley and Raynham and parts of Dighton, Lakeville and Bridgewater, according to the TMLP website. This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Power restored after lightning causes widespread TMLP power outage

Taunton, MA · 2d

WPRI 12 News

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Convicted murderer seeks parole for the fourth time

The man convicted of sexually assaulting and killing a 17-year-old girl three decades ago is once again seeking parole.

East Providence, RI · 2d

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Driver ejected from vehicle in 95 crash

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — On Saturday morning there was a one car accident that took place on I-95 south bound. Rhode Island state police reported that the driver lost control of their vehicle and hit the high speed barrier. The car then traveled across the highway, striking the low...

Providence, RI · 1d

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East Providence police arrest man after crash, foot pursuit

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — East Providence police said a man was arrested on Thursday after fleeing from police and crashing into three vehicles on Thursday. According to police, officers were notified at around 5:10 p.m. that a white BMW fleeing police in Seekonk that had entered the city. Massachusetts State Police told officers that the driver may be armed.

East Providence, RI · 2d

Main Street Dollars

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Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the tax assessor by March 15 for a $750 exemption, and those 62 to 64 on Social Security can get $460

Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the city tax assessor by March 15 to get the $750 elderly exemption. Homeowners aged 62 to 64 who receive Social Security benefits can get a $460 exemption under the same deadline. The amounts and dates come from the city assessor’s exemptions page. Two […]

Providence, RI · 1d

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Cold Massachusetts Days Call For A Bowl Of Soup From This Restaurant

A bowl of soup here can warm up more than the person who orders it. Customers can pay ahead for an extra bowl, leaving it on a board for someone who needs a meal later, and I love that kindness is built right into the lunch routine. The menu gives...

New Bedford, MA · 2d

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He Left the Boat and Disappeared: New Bedford Police Launch Urgent Search for Missing Fisherman

The New Bedford Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Christopher, pictured in the attached photos. Christopher is an out-of-state fisherman who left his vessel last night and has not returned. He was last seen at approximately 8:30 PM, walking away from Homer’s Wharf toward Walnut Street. At the time, Christopher was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and a baseball cap.

New Bedford, MA · 2d

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Fall River Police investigating after break-in, theft, at Gabriel House

Fall River Police are trying to track down a thief or thieves responsible for breaking into and stealing from a shuttered housing complex. According to Acting Chief J.T. Hoar, On Friday, at approximately 10:30 a.m., Fall River Police responded to the former Gabriel House property at 261 Oliver Street following a report of a suspected breaking and entering.

Fall River, MA · 1d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Taunton residents get free yard waste drop off days

Taunton residents can dispose of leaves, grass clippings and branches for free during four yard waste drop-off dates in November. Mayor Shaunna O'Connell and the Department of Public Works partnered to offer the program, according to a community announcement. Free yard waste drop-off will be available from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at the City Convenience Center, 330 East Britannia St., Taunton. Residents must provide proof of residency. Commercial waste and box trucks will not be accepted.The free drop-off dates are in addition to the city's free yard waste pickup during the week of Nov. 16.For questions, call the DPW at 508-821-1431. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Taunton residents get free yard waste drop off days

Taunton, MA · 2d

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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. NBC 10's Ryan Medeiros reports that several...

New Bedford, MA · 2d