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New Bedford’s Newest and Smallest Bar Subrosa Offers Fancy Drinks in a Familiar Place
A new bar has emerged in downtown New Bedford, and it might be the city's smallest. Tucked under Rose Alley Alehouse, Subrosa offers a unique and intimate drinking experience. Subrosa — Latin for “Under the Rose” — lives up to its name both in location and spirit. Historically, Romans hung roses from the ceilings of banquet halls, symbolizing that conversations held under their influence would remain confidential. At Subrosa, you can sip on finely crafted cocktails and share secrets in a chic, relaxed atmosphere.
Fall River Police Arrest Two in Shots Fired Incident
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — Fall River Police have arrested two 18-year-olds in connection with an incident of shots fired Thursday in the city. Police said officers responded on June 27 at 7:09 p.m. to several calls reporting a shooting in the area of Tremont Street and Pine Street. They were told the suspects had fled the scene in a green SUV.
Two Men Arrested in 2008 Taunton Double Murder
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — Two men were indicted and arrested for murder in a 2008 Taunton double homicide. The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office announced today that Steven Fordham, 38 of Taunton was arrested last night, and Kaylen Scott, 36, of Worcester was arrested early this morning in connection to the killings of Kevin Vargas and Shawn Vargas.
Man Refuses to Marry Girlfriend Until She Gets Child Support From Her Ex
A man on Reddit is refusing to stay with his girlfriend unless she gets a court-arranged agreement for child support from her ex. "My ex gets money every month from her ex. But it isn't a legal agreement. He just gives her money. I love her and I like her kid but there is no way I will marry her and become responsible financially," the man wrote.
FDR Announced His Engagement to Eleanor While Visiting Fairhaven
Most folks in Fairhaven probably watch a little football after dinner on Thanksgiving Day, but most folks aren't Franklin Delano Roosevelt. When the future President of the United States of America found himself in Fairhaven on Thanksgiving 1903, he ate dinner and then announced his engagement to (Anna) Eleanor Roosevelt, his fifth cousin once removed.
New Bedford Owes George F. Swain and William F. Williams For This
They say we might see a new New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge someday. Anyone still holding their breath for South Coast Rail might be skeptical. In the meantime, we wait. Not only do we wait for a replacement bridge, but we also wait in traffic for the current bridge to allow marine traffic through so that we might go on our merry way.
Posty-O-Kee Friday Morning on Michael and Maddie
Looking to end the summer with a bang? How about the hottest concert of the year?. Post Malone is about to kick off his 2024 F-1 Trillion Tour with an outstanding 21-date stadium/festival leg around the U.S and you can be the first to see him in Boston at his Fenway Park show on September 18th.
Bronny James Joins Dad Lebron on the Los Angeles Lakers With 55th Pick in NBA Draft
Bronny James has entered the NBA, and is joining his dad, Lebron James, on the Los Angeles Lakers. Bronny joins his superstar father on the court after not being selected in the first round. However, the 19-year-old was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 55th overall pick during...
Rare Tours of Mattapoisett’s Ned’s Point Lighthouse
For nearly 200 years, Mattapoisett's Ned's Point Lighthouse has been standing guard at the shoreline of Mattapoisett Harbor. In addition to being a landmark and a symbol for the small seaside town, the lighthouse is a piece of living history. In recent years, Ned's Point Lighthouse has seen its share...
New Bedford Gang Member Sentenced for Firing Shots
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — A New Bedford gang member who fired shots at a vehicle driving on Court Street in 2022 was convicted of assault charges this week. After a three-day trial, a Fall River Superior Court jury convicted Rayshond Lewis, 26, of attempted assault and battery by means of a firearm, carrying an illegal firearm-third offense, carrying a loaded illegal firearm and larceny.
New Bedford Actor Shares Next Project After ‘Bad Boys 4′ Success
There is no rest for the wicked. After landing a role as a paramedic in Bad Boys: Ride or Die starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, New Bedford native Alex Joseph Pires is already gearing up for what’s next. This time, his co-worker is a gecko. “I’m shooting a...
Man’s Girlfriend ‘Upset and Sad’ After He Fails to Clean Their Apartment to Her Liking
A man detailed his experience upsetting his girlfriend after he did not clean their shared apartment properly. "I 29M live with my girlfriend 29F. She recently got back from a week long trip and upon arriving deemed the house not clean and proceeded to get mad and cry for the evening," his Reddit post begins.
Oldest U.S. Amusement Park Started With People Viewing Electrical Experiments
If one of your bucket list items is to raise your arms high and scream on rollercoasters around the country then the first and oldest amusement park in United States should be on that list. Welcome to Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut thirty minutes west of Hartford. It not only...
Woman Fuming After Splitting Bills 50/50 With Boyfriend Who Makes More Money Than Her Doing Same Job
A woman is upset after her boyfriend got a job at her company, doing the same thing, and makes more than she does. "Six months ago I (27M) lost my previous job at a software company. I had enough savings to support myself while I found a new job and continued to split bills with my girlfriend of 4 years, Anna (26f)," he wrote on Reddit.
Are Pickles as Sandwich Buns and Bread Sweeping the Nation?
There's nothing like the perfect sandwich. It doesn't matter if you're into the simplicity of a PB&J or going all in with more toppings then you can count, the bread can make or break any sandwich at anytime. Unique sandwiches are nothing new, either, as most of us can find...
Man Criticized for Dating Older Woman With ‘Baggage’
A man is sharing that he has been the subject of criticism from his family after he deiced to date an older woman. The man begins his post by saying that he is 20 and that he is in a relationship with a 33-year-old woman and shares how they met.
Man ‘Offended’ After Wife Laughs Out Loud When Friends Call Him the ‘Perfect Husband’
A man was "offended" after his wife immediately laughed when he told her that friends of his from church told him he was the "perfect husband." "I then started to tell him how I believe he is an amazing husband and I wouldn’t want to be married to anybody else but I know the good, bad, and ugly so perfect is not how I would describe you. I could tell he was still not pleased," the woman wrote on Reddit.
MA Police Warning Public About Disturbing Growing Social Trend
Here's a question for my Massachusetts friends and neighbors: Are you familiar with the drug Rohypnol? Sometimes referred to as "roofies", Rohypnol is one of the "date rape drugs", so called because they are used by people who spike someone's drink in order to sexually assault them. According to WebMD,...
Arizona Iced Tea Keeping 99 Cents Price but Can Stores Still Charge More?
It's still mind-blowing that we can walk into a convenience store and grab one of those super-tall, big cans of Arizona Iced Teas in one of the many flavors. My go-to is the 23- ounce green tea with ginseng and honey. The fact that the price of 99 cents is...
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