North Carver
LATEST NEWS
South Shore man find's beginner's luck with new Lottery scratch ticket. $4M worth of luck
DORCHESTER – Call it beginner's luck. The Lottery's “$4,000,000 Lion’s Share” $10 instant ticket game started April 16, and not long after that, Jason Coulstring, of Whitman, bought a ticket on a visit to Route 18 Super Store in Abington. ...
Former Marshfield fire chief won more than $1.5 million in retaliation lawsuit against town
Kevin Robinson, chief of the fire department from 2003, was allegedly forced to retire from the department in 2015 when he spoke up for a female family member in the department facing discrimination. The former Marshfield fire chief won more than $1.5 million after a years-long legal battle fighting his...
New Bedford Police SRO ventures into realm of “Hollywood” fame by starring in several movies
“Despite all of our officers shining like stars, one in particular has ventured into the realm of “Hollywood” fame. Recently, news broke out about the NBPD’s very own School Resource Officer Shane Harris starring in the new “Challengers” movie, which hit theaters in April. While...
Woman says she was raped by Brockton killer who's been on the loose for 10 years
BROCKTON - For more than 10 years, investigators have been looking for a man they say raped at least three women and killed two others in Brockton.A woman, who wants to be identified only as "Essi," recently told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by the same man just weeks before the two bodies were discovered in 2014."I'm pretty sure he was planning on killing me," she said.Essi's storyIt was November 26, 2013. Essi had just been released from a drug treatment program. She was 22 years old, homeless and struggling with addiction. She needed money for her habit and...
Free movies at Star Drive-In; buy a veteran a beer at Crue Brew Brewery: Taunton Eats
Not sure where to grab a bite to eat? With lots of options around the Taunton area, it can be difficult to choose. If you’re having a hard time, we’re here to help you narrow it down. We've compiled a list of meal deals, special events, and mouth-watering...
Brockton man accused of hitting pedestrian, beating him with a brick to appear in court
BROCKTON, Mass. (WLNE) — A Brockton man accused of murder will face a judge Tuesday. Plymouth district attorney Timothy Cruz says on April 6th, 45-year-old Vasco Semedo was driving on North Main Street, when he allegedly hit a pedestrian. Semedo then allegedly backed up over the pedestrian, got out,...
Weather alert for heavy rain in Bristol and Plymouth counties Thursday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 5:35 a.m. on Thursday for heavy rain until 7 a.m. for Bristol and Plymouth counties. "At 5:30 a.m., Doppler radar tracked an area of heavy downpours from Killingly CT to East Greenwich to Mattapoisett, moving slowly to the northwest," states the weather service. "Minor nuisance flooding of typically flood prone areas. Difficult travel during the Thursday morning commute, especially in Providence, Fall River and New Bedford."
New Bedford Police recruit officially sworn in: welcome to the force, Officer Anthony Lopes!
“Help us welcome Ofc. Anthony Lopes! Ofc. Lopes took his oath of office early on Wednesday. Thank you for your commitment to serving and protecting our City. We wish you all the best on your journey, and welcome to the NBPD!”-City of New Bedford Police Department.
Taunton man killed in motorcycle crash identified
LAKEVILLE, Mass. (WLNE) — A Taunton man who was killed in a motorcycle crash in Lakeville on May 10 has been identified by authorities. Christopher Walker , 32, died from injuries he sustained in a two-vehicle crash. The accident happened at approximately 7 p.m. Friday at the intersection of...
Lapping the competition: The 2023-24 Taunton Daily Gazette Swimming All-Scholastics
Another high school swim season has come and gone in the Greater Taunton area. On the boys side, Bridgewater-Raynham (3-1, 2-1 Southeast Conference) led the way locally, finishing runner up in the SEC while Taunton (0-7, 0-5 Hockomock League) had some solid performances. On the girls side, Taunton (5-2, 3-2 Hockomock) put up a...
Dartmouth Fire Department announces passing of New Bedford native, former Lt. Michael Dumont
“We regret to announce the passing of former Lieut. Michael Dumont, son of retired Chief Marcel Dumont and brother of former Lieut. Marc Dumont. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”-Dartmouth Fire District 1. His funeral will be held on Monday, May 20,...
Arrest warrant issued for worker accused in stolen $3M lottery ticket case
An arrest warrant was issued for a Massachusetts man facing charges for his role in a scheme to steal a $3 million lottery prize last year after he didn’t show up to court on Monday. Joseph Reddem, of Raynham, was not in the courtroom at Plymouth County Superior Court...
Things to do: Hear 100 years of music with bands at RJD House, secret garden tour
If you need an answer to this age-old question for making plans, we’ve got you covered. In Things To Do, we take a look at, well, things to do, happening every week in the Greater Fall River area and around the SouthCoast. From weekdays to weekends, there’s always plenty...
Route 24 Northbound Near Bridgewater Snarled by Early Morning Crash, Exit Ramp Closed
Chaos ensued on Route 24 Northbound near Bridgewater early this morning when two vehicles went barreling into a ditch by Exit 24, causing traffic snarls and headaches for morning commuters. Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) confirmed the incident, announcing the closure of the exit ramp in a post on X. Details on the cause of the crash or the condition of those involved were not immediately available.
Teamsters rally to support UPS shop steward who was allegedly assaulted
FRANKLIN, Mass. (WLNE) — Teamsters Local 25 rallied in Franklin on May 16 in support of a UPS shop steward who was allegedly assaulted on the job. A spokesperson for the union said that Carlos Pina, of New Bedford, needed medical attention after being assaulted by a supervisor in April,
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.