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Viral Street Photographer Brought to Tears by Woman’s Kindness
Street photographers are not uncommon. Even social media street photographers with over 310,000 followers on Instagram are not uncommon, but one such artist has set out to do something a bit different when choosing his subjects: boost their confidence. Alex is a UK-based music composer, producer and photographer who discovered...
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Collect Rainwater
Oh, you thought that water falling from the sky was free for the taking? Think again. Not every state is cool with you filling up jugs and barrels with rainwater. Here is a look at which states are cracking down on residents looking for free water. Why People Collect Rainwater.
New Bedford Mayor on ‘Authorized’ Homeless Camp: ‘We’re Not Doing That’
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Mayor Jon Mitchell and Ward 1 Councilor Leo Choquette have responded to Councilor at Large Shane Burgo’s motion to discuss a potential “authorized” homeless encampment in New Bedford. “Yeah, we’re not doing that,” Mitchell said in his weekly appearance on WBSM’s SouthCoast...
New Bedford Police Arrest Man on OUI and Weapons Charges
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — A police chase in New Bedford led to the arrest of a man on weapons and drunk driving charges. On Saturday, May 18, police were called to Morna Lounge on Acushnet Avenue in response to a male who had threatened security staff with a firearm.
Taunton Woman Sentenced on ‘Severe’ Child Abuse Charges
TAUNTON (WBSM) — A Taunton woman was sentenced Friday to serve six to eight years in prison after being convicted of "severe" child abuse, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. Alanna Taylor, 32, was convicted in Fall River Superior Court on indictments charging her with assault and...
Who Wants to Go to the Four Seasons Orlando: Why the Internet Is Obsessed With the ‘Fully Conscious Baby’
We all love a fun TikTok trend, and the internet's new obsession has it all: rich folks, resorts, and even a take on the Succession theme song. My friends, it is time for y'all to meet the Fully Conscious Baby. How Did the 'Fully Conscious Baby' Trend Begin?. We were...
New Bedford Mirasol’s Cafe Set to Re-Open Memorial Day Weekend
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Perk up, coffee lovers; Mirasol's cafe in New Bedford will soon open for the summer season. We all have our favorite spots and know the sadness we sometimes feel for seasonal establishments that close their doors for the winter. Yet at the same time, it gives us something to look forward to as the summer days come back around.
Chunky New Bedford Dog Needs Extra Love from Forever Family [WET NOSE WEDNESDAY]
Happy Wet Nose Wednesday! Let's talk animals. Every Wednesday, it is our goal to unite one adoptable animal with a forever family. There are hundreds of animals waiting for a place to call home, and thanks to the help of local shelters, we share their stories. This week, we head...
Of Course, the Most Unusual Town in Massachusetts Has a Very Haunted History
Massachusetts has so much rich history throughout the state. Among that, there happens to be lots of haunted history. As it turns out, there is something extremely haunting that took place in a town within the Bay State that added to its resume as it earned the title of 'most unusual town in Massachusetts'.
Voters Losing Confidence in Direction of Massachusetts and Gov. Healey
New polling indicates a sharp decline in Massachusetts voters who believe the Commonwealth is heading in the right direction. Voters are also losing confidence in Democrat Governor Maura Healey's leadership, though Healey continues to have the support of a majority of voters. Declining revenues, a housing shortage, a migrant crisis...
Massachusetts Bike-Pedestrian Crashes a ‘Significant’ Issue
As more Massachusetts residents opt for a bike ride rather than a drive in the car, the number of crashes involving bicycles is increasing rapidly. Many of those crashes involve pedestrians who aren't used to dodging bikes in the street. The Berkshire Eagle recently reported, "Mirroring statewide trends, car crashes...
Danvers Town Meeting Approves Bylaw to Save Historic Witch Trials Tavern
DANVERS (WBSM) — The townspeople of Danvers, Massachusetts took the next step Monday night in preserving an historic tavern that played a key role in the Salem Witch Trials 332 years ago. Nathaniel Ingersoll’s Tavern, originally known as Ingersoll’s Ordinary, was built in 1670 and became a tavern in...
Fall River Launches New Public Trolley Service
FALL RIVER (WBSM)—Touring the city of Fall River will be more accessible with the launch of a new public trolley service. The service, which will start on Saturday, June 1, 2024, is expected to bolster tourism with upcoming waterfront activities. The new addition is made possible by a $50,000...
Rhode Island Home Gets a Surprise Visit from a Black Bear
It sounds like a black bear has made itself at home in Warwick, Rhode Island. Reports of a black bear near Tollgate Road were reported to authorities, and while many residents kept an eye out for the black bear, one family came face to face with the animal in their own backyard.
Easton Skeletal Remains Identified As Missing Man
EASTON (WBSM) — The skeletal remains discovered in Easton earlier this month have been identified as those of a young man who went missing from that town in 2021, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. On September 21, 2021, Matthew Yeomans, who was 25 at the time,...
Newport Kite Festival Soaring Through Rhode Island Skies This Summer
Prepare your sunglasses and binoculars because the Newport Kite Festival is returning next month. If you didn't know, the Newport Kite Festival is one of the most beloved summer attractions in Rhode Island. This year, it returns to Brenton Point State Park on July 13 and 14. Located near breezy...
New Bedford City Councilor Wants to Explore ‘Authorized’ Homeless Encampment
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford City Councilor at Large Shane Burgo has placed a motion on Thursday night’s council agenda seeking to take up in committee discussions about creating a more formalized homeless encampment in the city. The motion requests that the Special Committee on Affordable Housing...
WATCH: Dad Wins Playtime With Brilliant Baseball Hack
Playing with your kiddos is a great way to engage and connect with them. It can be tiring though, especially after a long work day. One dad found a hack to make playtime fun for all with minimal parental effort. Anytime we can find a good life hack, we're all...
New Bedford Is Beloved in This Small Irish Town Thanks to ‘Moby Dick’
You haven't experienced New Bedford until you visit a tiny town on Ireland's southern coast. Youghal -- population 8,000 -- doubled as the Whaling City in Moby Dick, the 1956 film starring Gregory Peck. Not much has changed there since Hollywood descended in 1954. Seventy years later, the charming, tight-knit community is still proud of the movie, still proud to be associated with Massachusetts.
Fall River Police Arrest Man for Alleged Armed Robbery
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — Fall River Police arrested a man on multiple charges after he allegedly robbed a man while armed with a knife. Fall River Police said that just after midnight on Sunday, May 19, officers responded to 175 Milliken Boulevard for a reported armed robbery. Officers arrived to find a 34-year-old man who said he was robbed by another man with a knife.
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