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Three arrested on fraud charges in Somerset

SOMERSET, MA — Somerset Police arrested three people and summoned a fourth on Oct. 28, 2026, after a reported check fraud scheme at Citizens Bank. Officers were dispatched to the bank at 815 Grand Army Highway for a report of a female suspect allegedly attempting to commit check fraud.

Somerset, MA · 23h
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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 · 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 · 22h
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Massachusetts State Police respond to multi-vehicle crash with injuries that has shutdown lanes on I-495

A Massachusetts highway crash involving multiple vehicles on Saturday has resulted in injuries and the shutdown of several lanes of traffic. According to Massachusetts State Police, Troopers from the Middleboro Barracks responded just before 8:45 a.m. to a crash on Interstate 495 North near exit 14 in Middleboro. The collision...

Middleborough, MA · 1d
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Fall River Police Department issues warning concerning scam that’s circulating

The Fall River Police Department is warning residents about a scam involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officers, federal investigators, and bank fraud specialists. Here’s how it works:. Scammers contact victims and claim that their money is “bad,” compromised, counterfeit, or connected to criminal activity. They instruct victims...

Fall River, MA · 9h

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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

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RIDOT delays reopening of Interstate 195 in East Providence after bridge removal

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation said cleanup continued Saturday morning after the demolition of a bridge over Interstate 195 in East Providence. It said reopening the highway has been delayed because of the weather. "Due to weather conditions, the 10 a.m. partial lane opening has been adjusted," RIDOT said...

East Providence, RI · 1d

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Fall River native, father of 2 young children, saves lives of others after tragic death

A Fall River native who passed away this week won’t see his 40th birthday, but his final act has given five other people a second chance at life. Carlo Lewis, a beloved husband to Christina and father to their two young sons, Theo, 4, and Chase, just 5 months old, died after a sudden and severe illness.

Fall River, MA · 2d

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Former Fall River bowling alley, car dealership, up for sale

Two long-vacant commercial properties at the busy Globe Four Corners intersection are being offered together as a $1 million package deal. The listing includes 999 Broadway and 508 Globe Street, which together total about 12,811 square feet on 0.44 acres. According to a real estate listing, the properties are zoned industrial, were built around 1950, and carry a combined 2026 tax bill of $5,756. Public water and sewer are available.

Fall River, MA · 7h

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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

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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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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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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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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Fall River Bodycam Video Reveals Moment Gunman Shot Two Officers on Linden Street

Newly obtained body-camera footage shows three different angles of the chaotic February shootout on Linden Street in Fall River that left two police officers wounded and 40-year-old Nigel Vaughn dead. The video captures the encounter from its calm opening moments, when an officer pats Vaughn down beside his SUV, through the violent struggle and gunfire that followed just after midnight.

Fall River, MA · 1d

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Former Swansea used car dealer sentenced to prison on fraud counts

Swansea police and Bristol County prosecutors said Friday that the former owner of a used car dealership was sentenced to prison in a fraud scheme. Officials said Edward Cicciu, 48, of Attleboro, pleaded guilty to 120 criminal counts in Fall River Superior Court. Cicciu was sentenced to to serve four...

Swansea, MA · 1d

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Four-Car Crash in New Bedford Leaves Multiple Injured, Including Child

Multiple people were injured in a four-vehicle crash at the intersection of Acushnet Avenue and Fox Street in New Bedford on the afternoon of Thursday, November 5, 2026. Emergency responders were called to the scene. According to initial accounts citing authorities, one woman suffered facial bleeding and vision problems, while a second woman reported pain in her arm and hip.

New Bedford, MA · 12h

Country Herald

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Rhode Island Weather Alert: 28° Temperature Swing by Saturday Nov 14

Providence faces a 28-degree temperature swing as rain returns and lows approach freezing.

Providence, RI · 15h

Boston

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Man, 74, hit and killed by motorcyle in North Attleborough, DA says

The driver was located near the crash site and transported to a local hospital, the DA's office said. A pedestrian died after being hit by a motorcycle in North Attleborough on Tuesday, the local prosecutor said. Around 5:05 p.m., Frank Yakimowsky, 74, of North Attleborough, was struck by a motorcycle...

North Attleborough, MA · 1h

WPRI 12 News

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Fundraiser held for man recovering from heart transplant

WARREN, R.I. (WPRI)— Friends and family of a former firefighter and father of four who had been waiting for a heart transplant gathered on Saturday for a benefit fundraiser. 12 News first told you about Bobby Larisa last month. Since then, according to his family, he has received the transplant, and is recovering in the […]

Warren, RI · 11h