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Massachusetts Grocery Chain Plans on Shutting Down Underperforming Stores
The past few years have been tough for businesses. With the change in shopping habits and consumers tightening their belts, many companies have either closed or had to trim the fat. Massachusetts is no stranger to this as various retail chains, banks, and drugstores have all closed their doors to some degree.
Donald Trump Found Guilty On All Felony Counts in Hush Money Trial
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts of falsifying business records by a jury Thursday at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse. In all, Trump was charged with 34 state felony counts of falsifying business records in the first degree. The charges were connected to alleged money paid to Trump attorney Michael Cohen to be used as hush money payments to two different women.
Westport Is Demolishing Its Playground and Here’s How You Can Get Its Dinosaur
WESTPORT (WBSM) — You might have heard that Westport's Annex Playground on Main Road is being replaced with a brand-new playground. In the midst of the exciting news about the upcoming construction, residents may also get the chance to take home some of its old equipment – including its beloved green dinosaur.
Don’t Worry, the Cape Cod Cicadas Aren’t Coming Just Yet
You’ve probably heard a lot about the cicada invasion happening this summer, but don’t worry, they’re not the ones that take over a portion of Cape Cod. At least, not yet. Those ones are coming next year. This year, 15 states and Washington, D.C. are expected to...
20 Jarring Photos Showing Massive Cicada Pile in Residential Neighborhood
The cicada invasion of 2024 was predicted to be bad, but did you expect piles of the insects in your neighborhood?. A photographer has captured images of cicadas taking over a neighborhood in Park Ridge, Illinois. The suburb is approximately 20 miles outside of downtown Chicago. For those that have...
The Massachusetts Activist Who Helped Give Birth to the Lobster Roll
The lobster roll has become the unofficial sandwich of all of New England. From Maine to Connecticut and everywhere in between, you could throw a quahog shell and hit a spot that offers them up (and likely claims theirs is the best). Whether you love your lobster roll hot and...
Fall River Restaurant Serves Up Puerto Rican Cuisine Once Again
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — El Jibarito Restaurant closed last December and will reopen next month, bringing back its mouthwatering Puerto Rican flavors. Once located on Rhode Island Avenue, El Jibarito is opening its new doors on Bedford Street. It first opened in 2020 but was permanently closed just after three years. Now, customers can re-experience its authentic dishes.
Do Chipotle Workers Give Larger Portions When Being Recorded? The Restaurant Chain Responds
What started as a "hack" to get more food at Chipotle has turned into an online battle between the burrito joint, its employees and customers. This all started when chatter on TikTok and other social media platforms started to focus on Chipotle's portion sizes. Posts using #chipotlewalkout alleged the restaurant had been cutting back on portion sizes in recent months and encouraged customers to leave if they felt they were being underserved.
New Bedford Schools, Ice Rink Were Built on a Former Toxic Waste Dump
When I shipped up to New Bedford High School from Normandin Junior High in 1973, the "new" high school on Hathaway Boulevard had only been open a year. That was more than 50 years ago. Like many dopey kids just starting high school, I knew everything. At least, I thought...
The Strongest Winds Ever Recorded in Massachusetts
The winter of 2023-2024 was wet and windy, with much flooding and wind damage throughout the New Bedford area and statewide. One storm in particular on Monday, December 18, 2023 sent meteorologists scrambling for the record books but alas, as windy as it was, records were never in jeopardy of falling.
Attleboro Man Faces Murder Charge for Allegedly Stabbing Brother
ATTLEBORO (WBSM) — The Attleboro man accused of stabbing his brother on Memorial Day is now facing an upgraded murder charge, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. The new charge was officially filed this afternoon with the Attleboro District Court. James McCormick, 51, will be arraigned on...
This Genius Airport Hack Just Made Us Feel All Kinds of Silly
Seriously, why have you all been holding out on telling the rest of us this info?. An airline industry employee recently took to TikTok to reveal how not to be one of those people staring at the screen with all of the flights and gate numbers. How The Airline Hack...
Set Sail for Two Weekends at Cape Cod’s Pirate Festival in Yarmouth
YARMOUTH (WBSM) — Arrrrgh you ready to immerse yourself in a land where pirates once ruled?. Set sail and drop your anchors in Cape Cod for the annual Pirate Festival. For two weekends, the Joshua Sears Memorial Field in Yarmouth will transform into a pirate village filled with costumes, fairies and entertainment.
Report: ‘Several Errors’ During New Bedford Presidential Primary Election
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — The New Bedford City Solicitor’s Office has completed its investigation into complaints surrounding this year’s presidential primary election in the city that included malfunctioning ballot machines and a lack of Republican ballots at two precincts. The investigation, conducted by Acting First Assistant City...
New Bedford City Council Decries Military Museum Rental Agreement
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — The New Bedford City Council is up in arms about a proposed contract between the City of New Bedford and the operators of the Fort Taber/Fort Rodman Military Museum, which calls for the museum to pay $32,000 in annual rent for the city-owned building that houses it as well as provides the City the right to sell or destroy any items contained within the museum should that rent not be paid.
When New Bedford’s Bus Terminal Was Little More Than a Trailer
Years ago, the New Bedford Municipal Parking Lot occupied the spot north of City Hall where the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority bus terminal is now. In the middle of the last century, the Union Street Railway Company operated a bus terminal at Purchase and Middle Streets. Greyhound also used the terminal.
When New Bedford and Fairhaven Had Mammoth Mart Stores
The area has had its share of department stores over the years. Who can forget Star Store, Arlens and Mars Bargailand? How about Bradlees, Cove Discount, K-Mart, Atlantic Thrift, Zayre and other stores that came and went?. One department store I recall, perhaps because of its mascot, was Mammoth Mart....
Crafty Dad Makes Spot-On Replica Gun Safe For Kids’ Nerf Weapons
A dad is being celebrated on social media for his crafty attempt to keep his kids organized and safe. A gun safe can not only keep your firearms safe, but also your family and others safe from your firearms. Gun safes are heavy-duty storage options for firearms. In order for...
Enter to Win Tickets to See Alanis Morrissette and Joan Jett in Mansfield
Alanis Morrissette is bringing The Triple Moon Tour to Xfinity Center in Mansfield and we have your chance to enter to win tickets. You oughta know that Alanis, along with special guests Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and Morgan Wade, will be rocking Xfinity on Tuesday, July 9. You can...
The Complete SouthCoast Outdoor Dining Guide for 2024
Who doesn't love an outdoor dining experience? As the weather gets nicer, the options to enjoy a dinner with a view become more appealing. There's nothing better than sitting outside in front of a delicious meal on a warm summer night or day. Although summer will not fully arrive until June 20, many local establishments are preparing to welcome outdoor diners as the summer season slowly approaches.
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