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Mother of 'Baby Doe' pleads guilty to leaving dead newborn in New Bedford park
NEW BEDFORD — A 22-year-old woman who gave birth on her own and left her dead newborn's remains near a public park trail pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges in New Bedford District Court this week. Daniela Escobar-Mejia was sentenced to two years of probation Tuesday. She must also comply with state Department of Children and Family Services orders, which include taking parental classes and receiving counseling, according to court records. ...
Fire at Sweet Ginger causes minimal damage
On Wednesday, 10/9/24, at 12:48 a.m. the Fairhaven Fire Department responded to a commercial fire alarm with multiple dining room alarms activated at Sweet Ginger, 181 Huttleston Avenue. Engine 2, Ladder 1, and Engine 4 responded. The first engine company on scene noted a light smoke condition from a roof...