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Driver transported to trauma center in serious condition after crash on Route 140
A drive was rushed to a local hospital after an early morning crash. According to the department, the Lakeville Fire Department was sent to Route 140 for a vehicle off the road at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday morning. Responders arrived to find a heavily damaged vehicle off the road and into...
Two transported to New Bedford hospital after early morning crash on Route 79
Multiple people were taken to a trauma center after an early morning crash. According to the Lakeville Fire Department, responders were dispatched for a car versus a utility pole just before 3:30 a.m. Sunday morning on Route 79 (Myricks Street). Ambulance 3 and Engine 1 arrived at the scene within 6 minutes.
Somerset boy, Diman student, with dreams of being a firefighter saves girl at Fall River restaurant
A local teen with dreams of becoming a firefighter showed he is well on his way after springing into action to make a rescue. According to the Dighton Fire Department, Dighton Junior Firefighters candidate Ben Courville, while out to dinner Sunday at the Fall River 99 Restaurant with his mom Christine Courville, noticed that a girl was choking.
The wave of responsibility at Round Hill Beach
Since she was a little girl, Maddie Herliczk, 16, has been going down to the end of the narrow and winding road known as Ray Peck Drive for Round Hill Beach, a popular destination for Dartmouth residents in the summer months with a unique sense of seclusion. However, the beach’s...
New Bedford Police recognize “Gentle Giant” for life-saving actions while off duty
“***NBPD RECOVERY COACH SPRINGS INTO ACTION DURING EMERGENCY***. Haywood Barnes is a valued member of our agency and the living embodiment of a “gentle giant”. He exemplifies compassion and dedication as a recovery coach, supporting individuals grappling with addiction. Haywood’s approach is a testament to the profound impact that compassionate care can have in transforming lives and communities.
Mass. teen saved girl choking at Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub
A Massachusetts teen saved a girl from choking at Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub after he had been trained on the Heimlich Maneuver, the Dighton Fire Department said. Ben Courville was eating dinner with his mom, Christine Courville, at the Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub when he noticed a girl choking, the fire department said.
Gang member sentenced to prison in Fall River Superior Court concerning shooting that struck home
A 26-year-old New Bedford gang member was convicted by a jury of his peers of brazenly firing at least seven shots at a vehicle driving along Court Street in May of 2022, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn announced. After a three-day trial, a Fall River Superior Court jury convicted...
Ex-Berkley treasurer cleared of criminal wrongdoing in bank account closure. What we know
BERKLEY — The Raynham Police Department has cleared former Berkley treasurer and current tax collector Wendy Cochrane of any criminal wrongdoing after she allegedly closed a town bank account when she was no longer treasurer. "After investigating the matter at our request, the Raynham Police Department has determined that...
Wareham Firefighters battle diesel fuel blaze on Tobey Road
“On Friday, June 28, at about 10:50 am, Engine 5 with the on-duty crew, and C-2 (Assistant Chief Haskell) responded to Tobey Road for a spill of over 100 gallons of diesel fuel. A/C Haskell determined that duty crew would be tied up for long period of time, and ordered...
Tree branch knocks out power for hundreds
MATTAPOISETT – A fallen tree branch knocked down a power line near the Knights of Columbus on Route 6, taking out power for hundreds of Mattapoisett residents on Monday, July 1. According to Ross Macedo of the Mattapoisett Fire Department, the downed line started “little grass fires” that quickly...
Middleboro Fire Department responds to house fire on Purchase Street
MIDDLEBORO — A fire broke out at the home located at 273 Purchase St. around 12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, the Middleboro Fire Department reported. No one was injured and the single occupant of the two-story, wooden residence was able to self-extricate, said Middleboro Fire Chief Owen Thompson.
Marion Police warn locals of scam going around after resident bilked out of $8,000
“We recently took a report where the victim lost $8,000 due to scammers pretending to be US Customs and Border Protection. These impostors send you a recorded message saying illegal items were shipped in your name and have been intercepted, or they may say a warrant is out for your arrest. They will demand payment for more information using crypto, gift cards or wire transfers. They will also demand banking account info or your social security number. Do not do it! It’s a scam! If you receive such a call, please keep in mind:
Falmouth Police investigate head-on crash
FALMOUTH – Falmouth Police are investigating a head-on crash around 10:30 AM Tuesday. The collision happened on Scranton Avenue by Salt Sea Lane. Several injuries were reported but none appeared life-threatening. Further details were not immediately available. Cape Wide News was created in 1998 by Provincetown native Tim Caldwell...
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