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New Bedford Basketball Legend Honored With Ashley Park Dedication
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Mayor Jon Mitchell and others gat at Ashley Park's basketball court for a special dedication ceremony honoring New Bedford native Thomas Barao. Barao was honored as someone who had continuously reflected New Bedford values and always found ways to give back to the city he loved.
Stunning Looks on Full Display at Rhode Island’s StyleWeek
A gorgeous summer evening in Downtown Providence set the tone for a successful STYLE WEEK on Thursday. Rhode Island’s fashion lovers gathered on the patio of Capital Grille as five designers showcased their 2024 Spring and Summer collections on the Sweeney Advisory Runway. The 27th season of STYLEWEEK proved...
Dartmouth Friendly’s is Home to the MrBeast Burger Ghost Kitchen
While driving around Dartmouth, I noticed something intriguing on my phone’s GPS while waiting at a red light. Near Friendly’s Restaurant on Route 6, there was a marker indicating the presence of MrBeast Burger. Despite being familiar with the SouthCoast area, I had never seen or heard of a MrBeast Burger location. However, I soon learned that my understanding of local eateries was about to expand.
New Bedford’s Giant 24-Foot Recycled Rooster is Officially Complete
New Bedford's Downtown District is now home to an awe-inspiring new art installation: a 24-foot rooster made entirely from recycled plastics. This stunning piece, crafted by renowned Portuguese artist Artur Bordalo (Bordalo II) along with his team members João Sobral and João Carvalho, was revealed on June 14th at 10:00 AM. The project, a collaborative effort between the Massachusetts Design Art Technology Institute (DATMA) and the Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School (GNBVT), marks a significant cultural milestone for the community.
30 Stunning Images of Pride Celebrations Around The World
While June is Pride Month in the U.S. several other countries have their own celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year. The first gay pride parade stepped off following the 1969 Stonewall Riots in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan. New York Police Department officers had raided the Stonewall Inn, which History.com notes was "common" at "bars and restaurants where gays and lesbians were known to gather."
Vote For a Winner in the Father’s Day Lookalike Contest
Fun 107's Mommy and Me Lookalike Contest was so popular that we decided we couldn't leave out the dads. Over the past week, Fun 107 has received tons of entries in our Father's Day Lookalike contest. Photos came pouring in almost instantly. The response has been overwhelming. These contests are...
Miley Cyrus Couldn’t Drive for ‘Three Days’ After Smoking Her Mom’s Weed
Miley Cyrus leads a mostly sober life now that she's turned 30, but in her younger years she experimented with drugs and alcohol, especially weed. Now, her mom, Tish Cyrus, has her beat with her "way too strong" weed. "I will randomly take one small puff off my mom's joint,...
Angry Dad Rushes Stage, Punches Comedian After Crude ‘Joke’ About His 3-Month-Old Baby
A comedian was attacked on stage during his set in Madrid, Spain, after he traded nasty words with another man on social media. It all started when Alberto Pugilato, a right-wing activist and musician, shared a photo his 3-month-old baby via X (formerly Twitter), captioning the post, "happy and blessed."
Bride Worried ‘Very Southern’ Family Might Judge Friend’s Clearance Dress at Wedding
A bride warned her friend that the clearance dress she bought to wear to her upcoming wedding in New Orleans might be criticized by the bride's "very Southern" family members. "Ceremony is in church, but she has said it’s okay as long as I wear a shawl for that (also pinning slit for safe measure). She has also OK'd the dress for the reception but warned that some of her more conservative family members might be judgy," the woman wrote on Reddit.
Massachusetts Is the Most Expensive State in America to Raise Kids
The cost of raising children in Massachusetts is astronomical. If you have kids, you already know this. Not only is it expensive to raise children here, but Massachusetts is the most expensive state – by far – in which to raise children. A study by smartasset.com says, "Raising...
Massachusetts Among 17 States That Allow First Cousins to Marry
I love my cousins. I have many of them, and we grew up together. I still count my cousins among my best friends even though we don't see as much of each other as we used to – but I couldn't imagine marrying my cousin. In 17 states, including...
Westport Cow Escapes from Butcher Onto Route 6 [VIDEO]
A large brown cow brought busy Route 6 in Westport to a standstill. The cow, which escaped from Meatworks meat processing plant, was seen trotting across the east and west lanes, causing a significant disruption as it searched for a way back home. Rene Cruz of Westport was traveling with...
New Bedford Native Lands a Role in ‘Bad Boys 4′
Bad Boys: Ride or Die, the fourth installment of the Will Smith and Martin Lawrence-led franchise, pulled in $104.6 million for its worldwide opening weekend, proving that people can’t get enough of Mike Lowry and Marcus Burnett. For Bad Boys 4, a new face graced the big screen. New...
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