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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.
Joe Kennedy Since Giving Up Massachusetts Congressional Seat
Not long ago, it appeared that young Joe Kennedy III would be the future of Massachusetts, and perhaps American politics. Joseph Patrick Kennedy III was born in Brighton, Massachusetts, on October 4, 1980 to Sheila Brewster (Rauch) and Joseph P. Kennedy II. Kennedy arrived eight minutes after his fraternal twin brother, Matthew Rauch Kennedy.
Heroic Priests Pitched In After 1957 New Bedford Plane Crash
I recall as a child my mother telling me about the crash of Northeast Airlines Flight 285 in the Apponagansett Swamp, about 4,000 feet short of the runway at the New Bedford Regional Airport. It was a scheduled domestic passenger flight from Boston Logan International Airport to New York's Laguardia...
Former Middleboro Benny’s Will Soon Be an Axe-Throwing Bar
MIDDLEBORO (WBSM) — A couple of friends are about to do a hatchet job on an iconic downtown Middleboro property – but in a good way. Faris Ojjeh and his friend and business partner Jacob Chartier are both EMTs by day, but are looking for a fun career change. The two will soon open Hatchet in Hand, a new axe-throwing bar in the former Benny’s location on Centre Street in Middleboro.
Iconic Massachusetts Restaurant Named Most Romantic in the U.S.
Massachusetts is known for a lot of things. Its pivotal role in the country's history, some of the best colleges and universities in the world, spectacular landscapes from mountains to beaches, and in recent years the culinary scene has emerged as one of the best in the country. Boston, Massachusetts...
New Bedford Installs Air Quality Sensors to Monitor What We Breathe
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New devices are being installed on poles around the City of New Bedford, and you may wonder exactly what they are all about. They’re air quality monitors, designed to test the cleanliness of the air throughout the city. How exactly do they do it,...
CAUTION: Think Twice Before Trying to Save That ‘Injured’ Baby Bird
It's a moment that makes your heart skip a beat. You're doing some yard maintenance and you see something move out of the corner of your eye: it's an injured baby bird that has fallen out of its nest. Now what do you do?. Welcome to Fledgling Season. The Center...
Scary Pet Food Recall Sends Owners of Furry Friends Scrambling
A pet food recall in multiple U.S. states has owners checking their supplies and their dogs' safety. The latest pet food recall only seems to include dog food. The recall centers on 44-pound bags of dry food. Details released by the FDA explained there is a potential for "loose metal...
Wareham Officer Struck By Alleged Drunk Driver Sent to Hospital
WAREHAM (WBSM) — A car that struck a Wareham Police cruiser during a traffic stop has sent an officer to the hospital. The incident happened on Sunday night at approximately 9 p.m. when an officer was conducting a motor vehicle stop on Cranberry Highway. Police said the officer’s vehicle...
Having a Raffle in Massachusetts Can Land You in Trouble
Have you ever been to an event and someone breaks out a roll of tickets and proceeds to raffle something off? I've seen this done at fundraisers. You can purchase a roll of raffle tickets at a party or other similar store with no difficulty and sell tickets to your heart's content – but is it legal?
Why Providence’s Dancing Cop Was Fired
Remember the "Dancing Cop" of Providence, Rhode Island?. Born on October 17, 1947, Tony Lepore grew up in the west end of Providence, the son of Italian immigrants. Lepore graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School, attended business school to learn about computers, and studied Administration Justice at Roger Williams University.
Massachusetts Has 5 of the Absolute Most Picturesque Small Towns in America
There's a lot of reasons why New England is such a sought out destination for vacationers and tourists alike. And with such a rich history, as well as so many pleasing aesthetics, Massachusetts is at the heart of all those potential destinations. And it's not just the big cities in the Bay State that people are flocking to either. There are definitely a plethora of small towns that have a certain look about them that make for quite the picturesque destination. In fact, Massachusetts is where you can find five of the "most picturesque small towns in America".
Dartmouth Schwartz School ‘Endless Summer’ Fundraiser Is June 8
Students and staff at the Schwartz School in Dartmouth are asking for your help to continue their year-round special education programs for young people from age three to age 22. You can help by supporting their "Endless Summer" fundraiser on June 8 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Kilburn...
Terrifying Dashcam Footage Released of Louisville Bridge Accident
Back on March 1st, the world watched intently as an 18-wheeler dangled off the Clark Memorial Bridge in Louisville after being struck by a pickup truck. We were captivated by the images and by the daring rescue of the driver. Trevor Branham, 33, was arrested later that month in connection...
New Bedford High School JROTC Cadets Are Raider Challenge Champions
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — New Bedford High School's JROTC is celebrating after a weekend of competitive skills. Each year, Army JROTC programs across the U.S. compete in the Fort Devens, Massachusetts Raider Challenge competition. On May 11, New Bedford High JROTC Cadets swept the competition and took home the...
Why Does This Bird’s Call Make People Nostalgic for Their Childhood?
Not too long ago, a curious trend swept across the internet. People were going on about how a single sound was somehow triggering a wave of nostalgia for them and transporting them back to the simple days of their childhoods. This was particularly resonating with '90s kids. Nostalgia triggers like...
Taunton Police Search for Missing Man Last Seen at Day Program
TAUNTON (WBSM)—The Taunton Police Department is continuing its search for a missing person who wandered away from a day program at 72 Church Green. Thomas Cassidy, 66, was last seen Thursday, May 16 at approximately 1:45 p.m. at 72 Church Green. Cassidy reportedly wore a dark green jacket, a...
New Bedford Police Address Disorderly Behavior With 14 Arrests
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM)—Since the beginning of May, New Bedford Police have made 14 arrests in the downtown area in response to disorderly behaviors. Based on multiple complaints, 14 arrests have been made in the area of the Serta Bus Terminal, Mechanics Lane, and Main Library. These arrests were made...
Win a Trip to San Antonio to Experience Def Leppard’s ‘Summer Stadium Rock’ Tour with Journey and Steve Miller Band
Pack your bags-- we want to send you and a guest to experience the magic of Def Leppard's 'Summer Stadium Rock' tour this August. We want to fly you to San Antonio, Texas where you'll see Def Leppard, Journey, and Steve Miller Band in concert at the one and only Alamodome--talk about an experience you'll never forget.
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