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Brief power outage affects thousands in Bourne, Sandwich. What was the cause?
An issue with power transmission equipment was the culprit behind a brief, but widespread power outage affecting hundreds of Eversource customers in Sandwich and Bourne on Tuesday afternoon. About 7,500 customers — approximately 5,500 in Bourne and 1,500 in Sandwich — lost power, according to the company. The outage was...
New Bedford Police Department warns residents of hoax post making the rounds
It has come to our attention that the attached image is being shared on social media. Please be advised that we have NO knowledge of any such event and have not been involved in any planning discussions for one of this nature. Further, it does not appear that the CMA...
Sorry seafood lovers: Dartmouth’s “Dicky’s Clam Shack” will not open this year
“We know you’ve all been waiting for us to post our opening date but unfortunately we have to let you know that we will not be opening for the season this year in Dartmouth. Between the current economy and unpredictable weather, it just isn’t in our best interest to...
Big Dan's rape case focused national attention on New Bedford in 1984
One of the biggest trials that WJAR covered in the 1980s also grabbed national headlines and the attention of Hollywood. Six men were charged in the sexual assault of a woman at a New Bedford bar, Big Dan's. They faced separate but simultaneous trials in 1984. The trial created some...
MassDOT Updates Residents On Bourne, Sagamore Bridges Replacement Project
BOURNE, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation held informational meetings on Monday to give updates on the Cape Cod Bridges Program. Work is scheduled to begin in 2026 to replace the Sagamore and Bourne Bridges, and the project is funded by both state and federal governments.
NBPD has stayed ahead of the new Xylazine problem, outreach workers say. Here's how.
NEW BEDFORD — When police encounter someone who's gotten themselves into a bad situation due to drug addiction, arrest is no longer the only answer. It's a culture change in policing that's made its way to New Bedford, where those who help NBPD facilitate alternative approaches say it's been a success.
Paper Shredding Day in Dartmouth to destroy outdated, confidential documents
“Dartmouth, Massachusetts – Paper Shredding Day is on June 1, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, or until the shred truck fills up. All are welcome; there is no residency requirement. Individuals may bring up to two boxes of paper. The event is at the Dartmouth Highway Department, 976 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth.
Four pulled from water in Plymouth County. One reported dead
HALIFAX, MASS. (WJAR) — Four people were taken from the water after a small boat overturned on Monponsett Pond in Halifax, Massachusetts this morning. According to reports only three survived. Halifax Fire Chief Mike Witham says first responders from Halifax and Hanson were able to get three people out...
Only one slot opened for school choice in Middleboro
MIDDLEBORO — Only one slot, in kindergarten, will be available next year through school choice, Middleboro School Committee members agreed at their May 9 meeting. The position was selected because the family of a current school choice student has expressed interest in enrolling the child in the Middleboro schools, Superintendent of Schools Carolyn Lyons said.
Wooly big day ahead at Soule Homestead Sheep Day
MIDDLEBORO — Shear excitement is on the agenda at the annual Sheep Day, to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule St., Middleboro. Sheep will be the star of the day but plenty of other activities and attractions...
Women and Infants nurses picket over ER staffing shortages
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Nurses at Women and Infants Hospital said this is the first time many of them are serving men and children due to a staffing shortage in the Emergency Room. The union that represents nurses at Women and Infants said, if this change is going to...
How a nearly 30-year-old Brockton boxing gym is keeping the City of Champions name going
BROCKTON — Right in the heart of Brockton is a place where people can let go of their anguish from life, be free of judgment and work out and build community. Cappiello Boxing Gym has been in the city for the last three decades, spreading positivity and family vibes throughout Brockton.
Marvelous Marvin Hagler statue unveiling: What to know if you go
That's when the city plans to unveil a new life-size bronze sculpture of Marvelous Marvin Hagler. City officials say it captures Hagler "in an action stance familiar to all of his fans." The new public art will stand in a small park next to the site of Petronelli's Gym, where Pat and Goody Petronelli trained champions like Hagler and Kevin McBride. The building has been turned into apartments but the renovation paid homage to the building's pugilistic heritage.
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