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Dogs rescued from New Bedford home available for adoption
(WJAR) — Forever Paws Animal Shelter announced that dogs rescued from a New Bedford residence earlier this month are available for adoption. The shelter said applications are now open, and that they plan to be strict in the process in housing these dogs. “You must own your own home...
Savoring memories of savord in North Plymouth
The unrelenting heat and humidity of July reminded me of many an August from my youth. It also reminded me of a North Plymouth tradition that has fallen away for my family. When I was growing up, August meant the fresh fruit of New England was coming into season and filling the grocery stores.
Sweet, loving ‘Noodles’ dumped in Acushnet wants to spend her last days of life happy
Pleas read and pass along. I need help! The ACO and some local rescues are aware and this will be cross posted. NO MICROCHIP. Stray 12+-year-old kitty presumed to be dumped at Acushnet mobile home park 5 days ago. She is not one of our resident feral cats. The tenant who found her calls her ‘Angel’ but dubbed ‘Noodle’ by my 8-year-old.
Popular South Shore barbecue spot is shutting down
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. A South Shore spot known for its barbecue is in the process of shutting down. According to a source, Fetch BBQ and Catering in Marshfield has closed the walk-in/takeout part of its business, while its catering operation will shutter next month. A Facebook post from the Ocean Street spot mentions the following:
Need Something New To Drink? Try a Boston Cooler
It's a refreshing drink with a seemingly local name and yet the Boston Cooler has nothing to do with Massachusetts. Many ice cream drink lovers call the Boston Cooler better than a root beer float, but it's ingredients aren't too far off. So if you want something a little different...
Marion says no to coffee-camper at Silvershell Beach
MARION — A request by a mobile coffee shop to operate for just over a month at Silvershell Beach was met with unanimous denial from the Marion Select Board. The board turned down an appeal made Tuesday, July 16 by New Creations Coffee owner Liz Gummow for permission to set up shop in the beach’s parking lot.
The Canine City dog training program creates happy, obedient dogs one command at a time
TAUNTON – Prior to the birth of his daughter, Andy Delgado sought out the help of a professional dog trainer for his pit bull so that both could co-exist in the family without worry. This positive experience moved Delgado to become a dog trainer himself. Now Delgado is educating and elevating the experience for dogs and their owners across Brockton and Taunton. ...
Best South Shore bar-style pizza in Brockton area? Our poll will find out
BROCKTON — The South Shore is widely known for its bar-style pizza with sauce and cheese oozing to the edge. This area is super competitive about who has the best pizza around, but we will find an answer soon. The Enterprise wants to hear from you to see who has the mouth-watering, cheesiest pizzas that will give you a run for your money. ...
New Bedford Welcomes New Pizza Hut with Iconic ’90s Buffet
Get ready New Bedford, there's a new Pizza Hut coming to the city and is gearing up for something nostalgic. Coming soon to 914 Mount Pleasant Street by Kings Highway, Pizza Hut promises to bring back the beloved '90s style buffet and salad bar that many have been missed and been craving.
Boston Light by Sally Snowman
Mon., 7/29, 6 p.m., at the Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Rd. Join us for a power point presentation of Boston Lights’ 307 years of history and a few anecdotes of Sally’s experiences as a 21st Century Keeper. Boston Light, the first established light station in colonial America,...
Learn about Sharks at the Middleboro Public Library
The Middleboro Public Library will kick off its Shark Week program with a presentation on different types of sharks on Wednesday, July 24 at 2 p.m. Join marine biologist and president of New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance Carol “Krill” Carson, for a family program on the different sharks that can be found in the waters off New England. Learn about basking sharks, white sharks, mako sharks, and many more.
The Friends of Jack Foundation’s short-film, “The Hero In Us”, set to debut September 28
From rising Director and Writer Alex Stulac comes a short-film, “The Hero In Us”, exploring the origins of the Friends of Jack Foundation. The upcoming release will make its world premiere at the Friends of Jack Foundation’s Annual Celebration on September 28 at Arch of the Meadow in Rochester, Massachusetts.
Music Night livens up Benoit Square
Benoit Square filled up with music, dancing and people just sitting enjoying the show at the North Fairhaven Improvement Association’s annual Music Night on 7/21/24. Eddie and the Exciters played the oldies, and a few classic and antique cars lined Adams Street in front of the old fire station that the NFIA uses as a headquarters while NFIA members dished out burgers, dogs and popcorn.
Nine decades of fishing memories for Al Doucette
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Al Doucette has worked most of his 93 years as a fisherman, following in the footsteps of his father, Capt. Louis Doucette, and his grandfather. He was a 15-year-old boy living through the end of the Great Depression when he began and remembers it...
2024 New Bedford’s Portuguese Feast Survival Guide (Aug 1-4)
Malasadas, carne de espeto and Madeira wine, oh my!. The New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, a.k.a. the Portuguese Feast, a.k.a. Madeira Feast is the largest event New Bedford has every year. More than that, it is the largest Portuguese feast in the world and the largest ethnic festival in New England. The feast was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrants who wanted to recreate the festivities of their home island.
Land trust preserves to be focus of video series
MATTAPOISETT — The marshlands and preserves of the Mattapoisett Land Trust will be making their big screen debut. To celebrate the land trust’s 50th anniversary, six videos that show footage of different properties have been created and will be released in coming weeks. The videos are narrated by...
Steeple Playhouse has “phenomenal opening season”
After a phenomenal opening season, The Steeple Playhouse at 159 William Street is up to speed and ready to step into its role as New Bedford’s newest community arts center with an exciting 2024-2025 season. To recap: Opening less than a year ago, in November 2023, the Steeple Playhouse...
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