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Woman Ends Friendship Over $20
A woman on Reddit is sharing why she decided to end one of her friendships over $20. "So I(20f) was invited out to hang out with my friend(19f) and her friends. The plans were pretty simple, drink, see a parade and watch some fireworks. Those plans however didn’t happen as we expected," she begins.
Woman Wants Boyfriend to Pay His Half of the Rent: ‘He Pretty Much Lives With Me’
A woman is asking if she is wrong for wanting her boyfriend to pay his half of the rent after he deiced to live with her the majority of the time. "My bf and I are in university right now but we are working in an internship for the past year. We are paid the same amount as interns but he lives with his family and since I am studying in a different city from my family, I live alone," she begins her Reddit post.
New Bedford Kid Artist Starts His Own Business (But Didn’t Tell Mom)
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Anyone who thinks the younger generation isn’t motivated to become successful has never met 10-year-old Kelven DosSantos of New Bedford. A recent Facebook post spotlighted a boy who was going door to door on his bicycle, asking neighbors if they’d like to buy some of his hand-drawn artwork.
Here’s What Taylor Swift Had to Say About Sabrina Carpenter’s Big Year
Taylor Swift is cheering on her friend Sabrina Carpenter. Taking to her Instagram on July 4, Carpenter shared that her upcoming Short 'n Sweet Tour has officially sold out and that her song "Espresso" has gone to No. 1 on pop radio. "And just like that you guys sold out...
‘Hocus Pocus’ and ‘Dumb & Dumber’ Actor Got Married on a Fall River Landmark
The USS Massachusetts is an icon. It's hard to imagine the Fall River waterfront without that World War II battleship parked beneath the Braga Bridge, where it has been since the 1960s. There's no question about it: The ship is a star. Occasionally, the ship hosts other stars. Most notably,...
Popular YouTuber Pretty Pastel Please Dead at 30
Popular YouTuber Pretty Pastel Please has died. She was 30. The news of her passing was announced in an Instagram post that was shared to her page on July 5. "We come to you today with a devastating announcement. It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that Alex, known to many as Pretty Pastel Please, has passed away. Her passing was sudden, unexpected and devastating to all who knew her," the post began.
Wareham Walmart Has No Shopping Bags
WAREHAM (WBSM) — If you’re headed to the Walmart Supercenter in Wareham to do some shopping, you’d better bring your own bags, at least for the time being. Of course, reusable bags are the environmentally-responsible way to shop, but this request has nothing to do with saving the planet – the store just ran out of bags.
Rent This New Bedford Private Pond for a Close-to-Home Getaway
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Today, many sites allow us to rent homes for short or long-term accommodations. Recently, access to pool rentals has also been available on the marketplace, but did you know you can also rent out a pond to enjoy?. The site Swimply.com is a hidden gem...
East Bridgewater Shooting Leaves Juvenile Injured
EAST BRIDGEWATER (WBSM) — The East Bridgewater Police Department is actively investigating after a juvenile male was shot in the parking lot of a condominium complex Thursday night. Shortly before 9 p.m. on July 4, East Bridgewater Police received a 911 call reporting that a person was shot on...
Massive Middletown Mansion With Old-World Castle Vibes For Sale
If courtyards, iron gates and stone walls are all part of your historical dream house, then this Middletown, Rhode Island, mansion is a must-see. This 10,263-square-foot home nestled on a 77-acre estate on Gray Craig Road recently hit the market for a surprising $5.4 million and could be the new home that brings you back in time.
Will Joe Biden Drop Out of the 2024 Presidential Race?
Calls for President Joe Biden, 81, to drop out of the 2024 presidential race have been mounting after a poor debate performance last week against convicted former president Donald Trump, 78. According to The New York Times, Biden told an unnamed source that he is contemplating his political future. "He...
Groom Refuses to Invite Mom to Wedding After Cheated on His Dad 14 Years Ago: ‘Haven’t Forgiven Her’
A groom on Reddit has decided to not invite his mother to his wedding after she cheated on his dad and upended their lives nearly 15 years ago. "I have been no contact with my mother ever since I turned 18. She cheated on my father 14 years ago and broke his heart. My mother has been trying to connect with me for the last 14 years, she’s sent numerous apology messages, numerous voicemails, she’s even sent emails," the groom-to-be wrote.
Enter to Win Tickets to AJR in Boston
The "Fun107 Ticket Window” is open! Your chance to win concert tickets happens all summer long thanks to Revitalize RX Dartmouth. AJR is coming to Boston and we have your chance to win tickets. AJR is playing at TD Garden on Saturday, August 3. You can purchase tickets HERE,...
Enter to Win Tickets to P!nk in Foxboro
The "Fun107 Ticket Window” is open! Your chance to win concert tickets happens all summer long thanks to Dash Laundromat and Revitalize RX Dartmouth. P!nk is coming to Foxboro and Nancy Hall has your chance to win tickets. P!nk is playing at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday, August 21. You...
Tom Brady and Elton John Were Surprise Guests On The Cape Last Weekend
If you've heard the rumors about Tom Brady and Elton John being on Cape Cod last weekend, turns out they are true. Both superstars were apparently surprise guests at a high end birthday party for Anna Brown, wife of Motorola Solutions CEO Greg Brown. The Browns threw a massive shindig...
New Bedford Lost 22 Whaleships in the Whaling Disaster of 1871
September 1871 brought disaster to the already declining American whaling industry. A fleet of 33 whaleships, including 22 from the Port of New Bedford, became trapped in the Arctic ice off the northern coast of Alaska. Several whaling industry publications report forty whaleships searching for Bowhead whales passed north through...
The Evolution of the New Bedford Whaling National Park Visitor Center
You've probably visited the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center during AHA!, Nights or have experienced a concert in the courtyard outside during a summer festival. Nestled at 33 William Street at the corner of South Second Street in New Bedford's Historic District, the red brick building has...
Yes, You Do Have to Actually Wash Your Dishwasher
You know when you're washing your hair and the shampoo runs down your back? Meanwhile, your feet are standing in all the shampoo lather and soapy bubbles as it all flows down the drain. Just like we still wash our feet, our back, and our legs (at least I hope...
What’s That Kiddie Slide Thing Underneath Semi-Trucks?
It's cool to see 18-wheelers driving down the highway filled with lights dotting the entire trailer or huge sleeping quarters. As long as we're not stuck behind one, the fancier or more unique, whether it's the trucks colors or design, that double-take comes naturally. Those plain semi-trucks are so boring...
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