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Fairhaven Select Board presents proclamation to Chief Myers
At its meeting on 7/15/24, the Fairhaven Select Board presented retiring police chief, Michael Myers, with a proclamation noting some of the accomplishments of his and the department’s during his 31 years as a police officer, including 15 as chief. During his tenure the department made “great strides in...
Neighbors support Nellie in her kidney search
The West Island Improvement Association held a community breakfast on Sunday 7/7/24 and raised awareness for Nellie Zygiel’s quest to find a living kidney donor. Island residents donated seven baskets that were raffled off, and an information table was set up where Nellie and her family could discuss how people could become a living donor candidate.
Authorities say head-on crash on Route 44 results in two injured, one charged
TAUNTON — Police Chief Edward J. Walsh reports that the Taunton Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash on Wednesday night which resulted in two parties being injured. At just before 9:30 p.m., the Taunton Police Department received reports of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Burt...
Coast Guard crews suspend search for possible missing swimmer near East Matunuck beach
(WJAR) — The U.S. Coast Guard announced it is suspending a searching for a swimmer reported missing near East Matunuck State Beach. Coast Guard crews said the report came in at 10:40 a.m. from the Department of Environmental Management. The initial report came from a concerned beachgoer who said...
New Bedford Day in Fort Myers, Florida Faces Big Changes
For 20 years, New Bedford snowbirds who winter in sunny Florida and those who've moved there permanently have gathered in Fort Myers to celebrate their hometown. New Bedford Day was founded in 2004 by former New Bedford Mayor Brian J. Lawler and his wife Johan. The Lawlers, recognizing the benefits of bringing hundreds of former New Bedfordites together to reminisce and renew old acquaintances, designated the second Tuesday in March as New Bedford Day.
Hellenic Fest to the Newport Dance Festival: Check out 5 weekend Newport County events
Summer is in full swing and there is plenty happening across Newport County to keep is busy. On top of events such as the Infosys Hall of Fame Open at the International Tennis Hall of Fame taking place all week and the Newport Classical Music Festival happening throughout July, and of course free summer concerts happening all week long through the summer, there are events happening this week offering everything celebrating Greece to live dance and even a chance to relax.
Dartmouth 12U and Fairhaven 10U capture tournament titles at 2024 Summer Blast
The Dartmouth Dynamites Gold team captured its home tournament, winning the 2024 Summer Blast 12 championship on Sunday at Quinn Elementary for the first time. “These girls have been together for the past four seasons and this is the first time they have won Summer Blast and that was a main goal this...
Dartmouth football seasoned for more success: 2024 schedule
Last year was a memorable one for Dartmouth High football as the team went undefeated during the regular season and reached the Div. 3 Elite 8. Don’t be surprised if Dartmouth has similar success this fall with the return of several key players, including quarterback Jackson Hart, running back Ray Gramlich and receiver...
New Bedford’s Feast of the Blessed Sacrament 2024: Guide to music, parking, food plus more
NEW BEDFORD – The 108th Feast of the Blessed Sacrament promises to be a momentous occasion as women will serve as festeiras (committee members) for the first time in the Madeiran celebration’s history and organizers are invested in enhancing feast-goers’ cultural experience by introducing new ethnic foods and drinks and boosting Portuguese entertainment.
VOTE: Select the 2023-24 Herald News Female Athlete of the Year
FALL RIVER — Twenty-three athletes from the Fall River area area have been selected to the 2024 Herald News Female Athlete of the Year ballot. This poll is for athletes from six different high schools — Atlantis Charter, Case, Diman, Durfee, Somerset Berkley and Westport — this past school calender year. Supporters...
Building housing Brick Alley Pub sold: Latest Newport County real estate transactions
94 Columbia Ave, $2,005,000, B: Derek W. Hansen & Mary E. Murphy, S: Edward J. Zimmermann. 53 Conanicus Ave Unit 5C, $1,025,000, B: Hart Ft & Roderick P. Hart Tr, S: Lori A. Cervone. 589 E Shore Rd, $1,165,000, B: Michael E. Thomas & Maryjo Thomas, S: Aram Manyan. 29...
A grant will make Salve Regina University more accessible to some students. How it works
NEWPORT – When people think of Salve Regina University, they often think of ocean views and affluence, but there’s more to it than that – according to associate biology professor Belinda Barbagallo. There are students at Salve who come from struggling families and struggle both financially and...
With Eastside Marketplace closing, Mark Patinkin finds a replacement. Could it happen?
I have an embarrassing admission for a 401 longtimer. I’ve never been to Dave’s. You know, the grocery everyone adores – officially called Dave’s Fresh Marketplace. ...
PCHC’s Olneyville Health Center to close at end of July. What's behind the decision
PROVIDENCE – The Olneyville Health Center at 100 Curtis St. will close its doors July 31, cutting off a source of primary health care for thousands in one of Providence’s poorest neighborhoods. The news comes as the center's owner, Providence Community Health Centers – the only federally qualified...
Pawtucket Police Seek Suspects In Early Morning Shooting
An 18-year-old man in Pawtucket shot and killed and now police are looking for a killer. Police were called to the area of School and Rosewood Streets where they found the victim in the street. No arrests. No motive, or other details. (Pawtucket Police Department Photo)
Dublin Rose pub in Seekonk closing to make room for Whole Foods Market
SEEKONK, Mass. (WJAR) — Seekonk is losing another restaurant. The Dublin Rose pub announced it will close to make way for a supermarket. Like a rose, the Dublin Rose was planted on Fall River Avenue in Seekonk 11 years ago. Now, it is being plucked out by its roots....
Things to do: Week of July 18
One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Find a previously-owned treasure at the Smith Neck Friends Meeting annual flea market. The market will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 594 Smith Neck Rd. The flea market was rescheduled from Saturday, July 13 due to rain.
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