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Why JD Vance Did an Interview With Kacey Musgraves in 2017
Former President Donald Trump made headlines on July 15 (Monday), after he chose Ohio Sen. JD Vance to be his running mate on the 2024 Republican White House Ticket. Prior to his political career, Vance wrote the New York Times bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, which was adapted into a 2020 Netflix film starring Glenn Close and Amy Adams.
Nathan is All About Giving High Fives, Reading and Playing
Nathan is a happy 12-year-old boy who loves to smile and give high fives. He loves watching Dora the Explorer, Mickey Mouse, and Jake and the Never Land Pirates. He's also a fan of books featuring any of the above-mentioned characters, especially having the books read to him. A talented artist in his own right, he loves to draw and color.
New Bedford Man Identified as Victim in Fatal Assonet Crash
FREETOWN (WBSM) — A New Bedford man has been identified as the person killed in a single-vehicle crash in the Assonet section of Freetown Sunday night. Freetown Police and Fire responded to a 911 report of a serious single-vehicle crash on Copicut Road near the intersection with Bell Rock Road in Assonet at about 11:30 p.m. on July 14.
Taunton Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Woman
TAUNTON (WBSM) — Taunton Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a woman who has been missing for over a month. Chief Edward Walsh said Amanda Brown, 37, is believed to have been missing since at least early June. He said Brown has ties to the Boston,...
Comedian Patton Oswalt’s Playful New Bedford Rant
While on stage in Boston in 2007, comedian Patton Oswalt started chatting with an audience member from New Bedford. Yikes. Let's just say he wasn't talking with the city's tourism director that night. His New Bedford fan painted a rather dark picture of the Whaling City, recounting recent news headlines about drugs and violence.
Simply Grab a Cup and a Coin for This Food Safety Life Hack
Power outages happen when they happen, whether we're out of town or at work, even while winding down and binging a good television series. If we're home then we know when and how long our fridge and freezer are off while our food sits there helplessly. If you're traveling or...
Acushnet Police Investigating After Kittens Allegedly Dumped in Roadway
ACUSHNET (WBSM) — Acushnet Police are searching for a suspect who may have struck several cats in the roadway while letting them out of their vehicle in the middle of South Main Street. WBSM received a report this morning from a person who removed one of the deceased cats,...
Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s VP Pick?
Donald Trump announced that he had chosen Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance to be his running mate on the 2024 Republican White House Ticket. "After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance," Trump posted via Truth Social on July 15 (Monday).
Rochester Girl Battling Lung Disease Needs All the Love on Her Birthday
A Rochester family is asking for the community’s support as a young girl is forced to begin her 4th birthday at the hospital. Rylie Dion suffers from a terrible lung disease and her family had hoped to cheer her up with a community-wide birthday parade on July 16. Meet...
Do Mosquitos Bite You More if You’ve Been Drinking?
Apparently mosquitoes love a good party, too. This most dangerous, deadly animal on earth for humans enjoys alcohol. Yes, they're the bane of our summer existence, and even more so when adult beverages are involved. We all have that friend that can hang outside with us and rarely get bitten...
Shannen Doherty’s Life and Career in Photos
Shannen Doherty had a successful, infamous, long career as an actress, podcast host, speaker and author in Hollywood. From getting her start as Jenny Wilder in Little House on the Prairie on television in 1982 to playing Maggie in the rom-com dance film Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Doherty's early days as an actress were filled with wholesome fun.
Somerset’s Society Coffee Bar Unveils Plans for Cozy New Patio
Society is expanding again, and this time, it’s outside. A coffee shop by day and a cocktail lounge by night, Society Coffee Bar has become a hotspot in Somerset for gathering with friends. Now, Debra and Keith Viveiros look to create an even better atmosphere with a cozy patio...
10-Year-Old TikTok Star Bella Brave Has Died
TikTok star Bella Brave has passed away at the age of 10. Brave, whose real name was Bella Thomson, amassed millions of followers in her short life and was beloved by many. Kyla Thomson, Bella's mom, revealed the heartbreaking news that Bella passed away on July 14 after being in a medically induced coma for several days prior.
Exactly How Much Cocaine and Other Grossness Is on our Money?
Does 90 percent of our money have traces of cocaine on it? What about fecal matter and viruses?. Whether this is the first time you're hearing this or not, these are proven facts that are actually kind of mind-blowing (pardon the pun). We know our money is absolutely filthy and...
Fall River’s Harbour Mall Lives On In Sweet Memories
Decades before Fall River had SouthCoast Marketplace, the site was home to Harbour Mall. Opening its doors in 1971, this shopping hub quickly became a beloved fixture in the community. Anchored by the iconic Bradlees and Grants department stores, Harbour Mall offered everything from electronics and clothing to jewelry and furniture, making it a one-stop destination for many shoppers.
Heroux: $3.8 Million to Fix New Bedford’s Ash Street Jail ‘Money Pit’
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is moving forward with his plan to close New Bedford’s historic but aging Ash Street Jail after the latest structural inspection revealed the building needs over $3.8 million in repairs. In an email to the media Monday, Heroux explained...
Can Hot Leftovers Go Directly in the Fridge or Freezer?
You're absolutely stuffed after enjoying an incredible meal and even though you'd love one more bite of that Chinese take-out, another slice of pizza, or another helping of spaghetti it's not to be. Now it's time to pull out the Tupperware and put those leftovers in the refrigerator. If you're...
Keke Jabbar’s Cause of Death: Friend Claims Reality Star Was Found in Garage
Love & Marriage: Huntsville star Keke Jabbar's friend alleges she died from "carbon monoxide poisoning" after falling asleep in her car. JoAnn Jenkins, a close friend of Jabbar's, shut down rumors regarding the reality TV star's death online. "Keke did not overdose, Keke did not take her own life. Keke...
Boston Hosts 2024 Conference, Uniting School Nutrition Professionals for Education and Innovation
From July 14th to July 16th, the 2024 Annual National Conference (ANC) of the School Nutrition Association (SNA) transformed Boston into a vibrant hub for over 6,000 school lunch service workers. This highly anticipated event offered an all-expense-paid trip for attendees, providing an unparalleled opportunity for education, networking, and, of course, sampling a wide variety of nutritious foods.
Trump Rally Shooter Was in This 2022 Commercial
The Trump rally shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was once in a 2022 BlackRock commercial. According to the New York Post, Crooks was briefly featured in an ad for the world's largest money manager along with other students and teachers at Bethel Park High School. The company has since pulled the...
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