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Plymouth man wins state lottery prize after dream about buying a ticket
Dreams come true for one Plymouth man, as Howard Kendall Jr. became the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000 Diamonds” $10 instant ticket game. Kendall said the night before he won, he had a dream that he bought a “Diamonds” ticket. Kendall chose to receive a one-time payment of $650,000 before taxes. He said he plans to help his kids and grandchildren with the winnings. Kendall purchased the winning ticket at the 7-Eleven on State Road in Plymouth. The store receives a $10,000 bonus for its sale of this ticket.
New Bedford Welcomes New Pizza Hut with Iconic ’90s Buffet
Get ready New Bedford, there's a new Pizza Hut coming to the city and is gearing up for something nostalgic. Coming soon to 914 Mount Pleasant Street by Kings Highway, Pizza Hut promises to bring back the beloved '90s style buffet and salad bar that many have been missed and been craving.
Dartmouth’s Padanaram Summer Festival Is an Experience For the Whole Family
DARTMOUTH (WBSM) — Dartmouth's Summer Festival returns this month, featuring fun activities for the whole family. On Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p,.m. Elm Street will be filled with entertainment from vendors, food trucks, artisan stands and more to celebrate the annual summer festival. Many of...
Nine decades of fishing memories for Al Doucette
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Al Doucette has worked most of his 93 years as a fisherman, following in the footsteps of his father, Capt. Louis Doucette, and his grandfather. He was a 15-year-old boy living through the end of the Great Depression when he began and remembers it...
Popular Dartmouth Portuguese catering, takeout, and delivery eatery up for sale
A popular local catering, takeout, and delivery eatery known for its Portuguese cuisine is up for sale. Owner Caite Fontes announced on social media that she has decided to sell Two Sisters at 743 Dartmouth Street in Dartmouth. “For the past ten beautiful years, I have been blessed beyond measure...
Music from Land’s End to offer ‘timeless’ songs
As the Music from Land’s End concert series enters its fifth season of bringing world-class classical music to the South Coast, artistic director Ariadne Daskalakis said the series feels great “appreciation” from its audiences. Classical music is a very “specialized” form of art, Daskalakis said, adding that...
Celebrities visiting New Bedford caught Standard Times readers' attention
As we head into a new week, let's take a look at the news from this past week. Foss Marine Terminal's proposal to expand its warehouse operation and develop a training center is one of seven under consideration by MassDevelopment. PACE will work in coordination with Foss to provide a training center that will give people an opportunity for careers in offshore wind. ...
2024 New Bedford’s Portuguese Feast Survival Guide (Aug 1-4)
Malasadas, carne de espeto and Madeira wine, oh my!. The New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, a.k.a. the Portuguese Feast, a.k.a. Madeira Feast is the largest event New Bedford has every year. More than that, it is the largest Portuguese feast in the world and the largest ethnic festival in New England. The feast was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrants who wanted to recreate the festivities of their home island.
A playground parlay: Captain Jack Sparrow sets sail for Swifts Beach
The ship-shaped playground of Swifts Beach inspires the seafaring spirit in children of all ages — and on Sunday, July 21, that spirit was led by the visiting Captain Jack Sparrow. The good captain posed for pictures, led children around on a hunt for bounty and defended the ship...
See this Massachusetts beach house makeover with breezy coastal vibes
Ironwood Studio Co. has reimagined this family beach house in Westport, Massachusetts, transforming it into a classic yet whimsical and fun vacation home. The goal of this project was to turn an outdated property into a highly functional, welcoming, and relaxing retreat that meets the lifestyle needs of a family of five.
New Bedford artist is creating hand made memories for Southcoast residents
Ray Genereux, a talented collage artist based in New Bedford, MA, creates unique pieces that are perfect for weddings, birthdays, and other special occasions. Ray’s artistic journey began with photography, but he soon expanded into creating intricate collages, incorporating his photographs and experimenting with various techniques. Ray’s diverse array...
BBQ to gourmet grilled cheese, Buzzards Bay Brewing invites food trucks every night.
WESTPORT — As summer kicks into full swing, Buzzards Bay Brewing is the perfect spot to enjoy unique brews and delicious food from a rotation of local food trucks during Food Truck Month. Each night of the week at Buzzards Bay Brewing, 98 Horseneck Road, features a different food truck with mouth-watering options. From BBQ to gourmet grilled cheese to Brazilian American cuisine, there is something for every palate. ...
The Friends of Jack Foundation’s short-film, “The Hero In Us”, set to debut September 28
From rising Director and Writer Alex Stulac comes a short-film, “The Hero In Us”, exploring the origins of the Friends of Jack Foundation. The upcoming release will make its world premiere at the Friends of Jack Foundation’s Annual Celebration on September 28 at Arch of the Meadow in Rochester, Massachusetts.
New Bedford, MA Seaport Art Walk Is a Chance to Enjoy Public Art
This year marks the 12th annual Seaport Art Walk in New Bedford, with this year's exhibits featuring the work of seven artists. The artwork was unveiled earlier this month. Project Manager Zane Cox and artist Brooke Mullins Doherty visited Townsquare Sunday to talk about the Art Walk and what makes it special.
Recycled art to be put on display at Mattapoisett Public Library
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett sustainability partnership will host its third annual RE-ART show from Aug. 27 to Aug. 31 at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. “Recycling has led to the emergence of an artistic movement inspiring many artists to transform waste such as paper, cardboard, wood, glass, bottle caps, plastics, cloth, metals and rubber into works of art,” read a press release.
Childhood friends hit the bullseye with new Middleboro axe-throwing bar
MIDDLEBORO — Faris Ojjeh always dreamed of owning his own business. After a few attempts, he believes his newest venture will be the one that sticks. Ojjeh and his business partner and best friend Jacob Chartier opened Hatchet in Hand Axe Throwing Bar in Middleboro on Wednesday, July 17.
Best ice cream in the Fall River area? One shop stood out as the cream of the crop
We all scream for ice cream — that's especially true this scorching summer. But which ice cream shop do we scream for the loudest?. Ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 21, we asked our readers to weigh in on their favorite local frozen treat stop, with a list of 10 popular places to pick from.
New Bedford, Massachusetts Fire Museum Honors Fire Service History
New Bedford has a host of museums, historic buildings and locations that provide visitors with a look-back at the city's memorable past. One of those places is the New Bedford Fire Museum, located at 51 Bedford Street. Lead volunteer Larry Roy has been the man behind the museum since its...
Eufemia Reis, a New Bedford versatile artist inspired by her African and Portuguese roots
NEW BEDFORD – Self-taught New Bedford artist Eufemia Reis mostly draws inspiration from her ethnic roots and own experiences, and particularly enjoys painting the beauty and strength of African women. Born in Angola to Cape Verdean parents, her most prominent works are infused with spiritual and cultural aspects of...
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